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Title: Sabaki Method: Karate in the Inner Circle by Kancho Joko Ninomiya, Ed Zorensky, Shihan Joko Ninomiya ISBN: 1-883319-74-9 Publisher: Frog Ltd Pub. Date: October, 1998 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $18.95 |
Average Customer Rating: 5 (6 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: 220 pages packed with information...
Comment: This 1998 paperback version is filled with techniques, principles explaining WHY the presented techniques work, and strategy. Content is well organized; from the basics to more advanced techniques and topics. As with any Martial Art "how-to" book, it is extremely difficult to get into the intricate details of describing motion on paper without confounding the key elements.
The black and white sequential photos allow you to "scan" the sequences from left to right, and with some diligent study, begin to visualize the complete technique. The authors also add
a "second angle";(overhead) sketches which are unique and very helpful. Straight line and angular arrows provide yet another way to clarify the motions and positions which make up the techniques. The contrast on the photos and sketches are very good - Mr. Ninomiya and his Uke are clearly distinguished from one another. This book deserves serious praise for it's technical presentation. To get more, you'd need a video or DVD(available?).
The predominant composition of the book involves Kumite, but there are some basic solo exercises and techniques covered in detail.
This will be a valued addition to my collection, but not one which will collect dust!
Rating: 5
Summary: This the best book on true fighting karate!
Comment: Most of the martial arts books in print are tired reproductions of each other. This is something totally different! The only other books like it (in English, that I know of) are out of print (Fighting Karate & More Fighting Karate by Ashihara). Based upon what has proven to be effective in bare-knuckle full-contact karate competion, this book is not theoretical. There is a wealth of information that would take years to digest. The companion video, Sabaki Method II is the #1 selling instructional martial arts video in Japan. True fighting karate at its best!
Rating: 5
Summary: An Outstanding Martial Arts Text
Comment: Kancho Joko Ninomiya (founder of Sabaki Method-Enshin Karate) and Ed Zorensky have produced an outstanding text in martial arts sparring and fighting strategies.
Though this book quickly goes over basic punches and kicks, it is not a primer on the subject. These techniques are more of an introduction to prepare the practiciner for the rest of the book. It is filled with much information on distancing, takedowns and follow-ups, offensive and defensive strategies.
The still photos gives you a visual assessemnt of what is being discussed and drills you can use to train with. There is a short section on self-defense training and kata that is somewhat out of place; However, this book is so good compared to most martial arts instruction books, that these sections are easily overlooked. The authers probably should devote another book to those topics, especially self-defense.
A highley regarded text that every karateka who is serious about either sparring or "real" fighting should own. The only other book comparable to this on the subject of sparring is "American Freestyle Karate" by Dan Anderson.
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Title: My Journey in Karate: The Sabaki Way by Ed Zorensky, Kancho Joko Ninomiya ISBN: 1583940170 Publisher: Frog Ltd Pub. Date: 28 August, 2000 List Price(USD): $16.95 |
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Title: Karate: Technique and Spirit by Tadashi Nakamura, Tom Grill ISBN: 080483282X Publisher: Periplus Editions Pub. Date: November, 2001 List Price(USD): $19.95 |
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Title: Black Belt Karate by Jordan Roth ISBN: 0804818517 Publisher: Charles E Tuttle Co Pub. Date: September, 1992 List Price(USD): $24.95 |
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Title: Mastering Jujitsu by Renzo Gracie, John Danaher ISBN: 0736044043 Publisher: Human Kinetics (T) Pub. Date: May, 2003 List Price(USD): $19.95 |
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Title: Notes on Training by Tsutomu Ohshima ISBN: 0937663328 Publisher: Geriatric Educational Pub. Date: December, 1999 List Price(USD): $40.00 |
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