Shotokan
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SKIF Grading Syllabus

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Shihan Kanazawa's SKIF Grading Syllabus by Andrew Kendall

With this Book Mr. Kendall guides the student from the first tentative steps as a Karate-ka through to the heights of Shodan while at all times emphasizing proper attitude and etiquette.It will be invaluable as a reference for all those who study the way of Karate. The beginner will find it absorbing and demanding, those nearing Black belt will find it useful to continue reminding themselves of the ground they have already covered. Those who have reached the level of becoming instructors themselves will have a ready tool with which to assist and guide them.

Shotokan Karate International Kata vol 1

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Shotokan Karate International Kata Volume One
Written by Hirokazu Kanazawa

Shotokan Karate International Kata vol 2

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Shotokan Karate International Kata Volume Two
written by Hirokazu Kanazawa


S.K.I. Kumite Kyohan

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S.K.I. Kumite Kyohan
written by Hirokazu Kanazawa

Karate-do Kyohan - The Master Text by Gichin Funakoshi

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Nineteen Katas of Karate the art of self defense without weapons are shown here in complete detail, selected by the great master Gichin Funakoshi to give comprehensive training in Karate Do, the way of Karate

Karate-Do Nyumon by Gichin Funakoshi

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An introduction to the world of Karate. Karate Do Nyumon is the result of master Funakoshi's wish to clarify Karate thought and practice for those who know nothing about it.

Karate-Do My Way of Life by Gichin Funakoshi

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The fascinating life story of Gichin Funakoshi - founder of Shotokan Karate-do, covering his childhood and young manhood in Okinawa.

Moving Zen by C.W. Nicol

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On one level Moving Zen is an account of the author's hard-won progress from white belt to black belt. But on a deeper level, it is the story of a tough, violent-tempered young man whose spirit is disciplined and schooled until, through strength, he learns gentleness, for "the paths of all the martial arts leads to the same goal: tranquility". Dedicated to Hirokazu Kanazawa, who strongly influenced C.W. Nicol during his "journey" in the 1960's. A strongly recommended book for all serious karate students.

Dynamic Karate by Masatoshi Nakayama

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As the book introduction says: If you want to be really outstanding at karate, you are just the person for whom this book is intended. If you are determined to master the blindingly fast, powerful and potentially devastating punches and kicks that make karate the most respected form of self-defence, you can do it through the hundreds of excellent photographs and descriptions provided. Fundamental techniques and movements are thoroughly analysed, categorised and arranged systematically to serve as a complete guide." An excellent reference book for karate-ka of all levels.

Best Karate Vol 1

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Best Karate Volume 1 by Masatoshi Nakayama
COMPREHENSIVE
Written by M. Nakayama all the basic points of karate arranged systermatically for effective learning, parts of the body used the stances how to block, how to attack, introduction to kata and kumite