Description
Examines the history, philosophy, and techniques of the martial art known as kempo, or kung fu, and describes how it may be used for self-defense.
Library's review
This book is the easy to learn
history of kempo
philosophy of kempo
physical conditioning
training suggestions
hand positions
stances and movement
punches and strikes
dodging and blocking
kicking
sticking hands techiques
effective combinations
strategy: confusing the opponent; planning your attack; handling
Fred Neff has held a fifth-degree black belt in karate since 1974. He is also proficient in judo, jujitsu and kempo and continues to work in perfecting his skill in the martial arts.
'The black-and-white pictueres are clear and easy to follow, and the instructions are well organized. Neff covers problems often left unresolved by other karate manuals...Contains excellent information on various kicks, stances, and punches used not only in kempo but in karate and other martial arts.'-School Library Journal
Contents
Preface
Introduction
1 History
2 Philosophy
3 Exercises
4 Meditation
5 Common questions
6 Body positions and movement
7 Sensitive spots on the body
8 Hand techniques
9 Kicks
10 Dodges and blocks
11 Combinations
12 Effective kempo strategy
13 Safety tips
Index
history of kempo
philosophy of kempo
physical conditioning
training suggestions
hand positions
stances and movement
punches and strikes
dodging and blocking
kicking
sticking hands techiques
effective combinations
strategy: confusing the opponent; planning your attack; handling
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all kinds of fightersFred Neff has held a fifth-degree black belt in karate since 1974. He is also proficient in judo, jujitsu and kempo and continues to work in perfecting his skill in the martial arts.
'The black-and-white pictueres are clear and easy to follow, and the instructions are well organized. Neff covers problems often left unresolved by other karate manuals...Contains excellent information on various kicks, stances, and punches used not only in kempo but in karate and other martial arts.'-School Library Journal
Contents
Preface
Introduction
1 History
2 Philosophy
3 Exercises
4 Meditation
5 Common questions
6 Body positions and movement
7 Sensitive spots on the body
8 Hand techniques
9 Kicks
10 Dodges and blocks
11 Combinations
12 Effective kempo strategy
13 Safety tips
Index
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ISBN
822511606
Publication
Lerner Publications Company Minneapolis