Play and Learn Karate

Contents: 1. Introduction. 2. Skills and techniques of Karate: i. Punches. ii. Kicks. iii. Stances. iv. Precepts (Dojokun). v. Training considering your physical strength. vi. Basic techniques. 3. Common errors in Karate. 4. Training in Karate. 5. Important information about karate. 6. Facts related to Karate (in question-answer form). 7. Karate - terms.

"It is extremely difficult to define Karate. It is linked in the public mind with Judo but no doubt this is because both developed in Japan and both are practised in similar garments. In fact the Karate jacket, not having to take much strain from pulling and tugging, is much lighter in weight but this is not obvious on a casual inspection. In both, participants work in bare feet. Not so long ago Judo men, on attaining the distinction of black belt, were introduced to atemi which is the art of disabling opponents by striking at nerve centres and other vital part of the body. Karate is a further development of this form of fighting.

Play and Learn Karate is a complete handbook of Karate for all the young learners. It is consisted of all the basic and advanced skills and techniques of Karate with illustrations wherever necessary. All Karate tips are explained in a lucid form in order to better understand the readers.

By going through it, one may become familiar with the Karate and able to appreciate its matches and play. It is hoped that this book will prove very useful for the students of physical education and sports, teachers and sports enthusiasts etc." (jacket)