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The hanbo is a modern defensive weapon offering a practical method of self-defense. Using a Hanbo, one can render an attacker powerless, through proven self-defense techniques designed for maximum effectiveness. With practice, Hanbo can be mastered by anyone, regardless of age, sex, or physical
The techniques outlined in this book were influenced from a number of martial arts disciplines. They incorporate the fluidity and connective energy of Aikido, and the dynamics of Okinawan Karate's Kobu-jutsu.
John C. Goss Jr. has been a martial arts pracitioner for over 35 years. He holds the rank of Rokudan (6th degree black belt) and Shihan in Korindo Aikido. He is currently recognized as the highest raning and only active Korindo Aikido instructor in the United States.
Mr. Goss was introduced to the Hanbo-jutsu in 1968. He began his training in Hanbo-jutsu through Okinawan Karate's Kobu-jutsu. In 1974 he was introduced to a different system of Hanbo through the weapons work of Korindo Aikido. In 1991 he received his teaching certification from Mr. Dennis Mikata Sensei of Korindo.
Contents
Biography
Introduction
Hanbo: The aiki way
Stances, guards, parries, and strikes-Stances (Kamae); Guards; Parries; Strikes
Tactics against open-hand attacks
Tactic 1: Against a punch
Tactic 2: Against a front kick
Tactic 3: Against an attempt to disarm
Tactic 4: Against an attempt to disarm
Tactic 5: Against a two-handed wrist grab
Tactic 6: Against an attack from the rear
Tactic 7: Against an attack from the rear
Tactic 8: Againt a side strike to teh head
Tactics against knife attacks
Tactic 9: Against a side slash
Tactic 10: Against a knife to the throat
Tactic 11: Against a thrust to the middle
Tactic 12: Against an overhead strike
Taactic 13: Against a thrust to the middle
Tactic 14: Against a side slash to the head
Tactic 15 & 16: Against an attack from the rear
Tactics with umbrella and cane
Tactic for woman with straight umbrella
Tactic for the physically challenged with a cane
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condition. These techniques can be performed using a walking stick or umbrella, making this an effective means of self-defense in any setting.The techniques outlined in this book were influenced from a number of martial arts disciplines. They incorporate the fluidity and connective energy of Aikido, and the dynamics of Okinawan Karate's Kobu-jutsu.
John C. Goss Jr. has been a martial arts pracitioner for over 35 years. He holds the rank of Rokudan (6th degree black belt) and Shihan in Korindo Aikido. He is currently recognized as the highest raning and only active Korindo Aikido instructor in the United States.
Mr. Goss was introduced to the Hanbo-jutsu in 1968. He began his training in Hanbo-jutsu through Okinawan Karate's Kobu-jutsu. In 1974 he was introduced to a different system of Hanbo through the weapons work of Korindo Aikido. In 1991 he received his teaching certification from Mr. Dennis Mikata Sensei of Korindo.
Contents
Biography
Introduction
Hanbo: The aiki way
Stances, guards, parries, and strikes-Stances (Kamae); Guards; Parries; Strikes
Tactics against open-hand attacks
Tactic 1: Against a punch
Tactic 2: Against a front kick
Tactic 3: Against an attempt to disarm
Tactic 4: Against an attempt to disarm
Tactic 5: Against a two-handed wrist grab
Tactic 6: Against an attack from the rear
Tactic 7: Against an attack from the rear
Tactic 8: Againt a side strike to teh head
Tactics against knife attacks
Tactic 9: Against a side slash
Tactic 10: Against a knife to the throat
Tactic 11: Against a thrust to the middle
Tactic 12: Against an overhead strike
Taactic 13: Against a thrust to the middle
Tactic 14: Against a side slash to the head
Tactic 15 & 16: Against an attack from the rear
Tactics with umbrella and cane
Tactic for woman with straight umbrella
Tactic for the physically challenged with a cane
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ISBN
974560308
Publication
Imaginator Press Baltimore, MD