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Its curriculum is streamlined and divided into nine logical stages of training that allow the reader to quickly and methodically learn and develop the skills needed for fighting with the stick. Whether you are just starting out, or have been practicing stick fighting for years, there is something for everyone in this book. Also included are systematic workouts and descriptions of how to make and use specific training equipment as you learn and master \u003ci\u003eThe Art and Science of Stick Fighting\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art and Science of Stick Fighting\u003c\/i\u003e features\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNine levels of instruction, progressing from easy to expert\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 700 photos with motion arrows\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \"nondenominational\" approach to the stick, utilizing the best of Eastern and Western arts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA comprehensive, methodical approach to building stick fighting skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book stands apart from other stick fighting training manuals because it emphasizes the dynamics of combat. Many other books focus on forms and twirling. The author draws on thirty years of martial experience, presenting the best of both Eastern and Western traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art and Science of Stick Fighting\u003c\/i\u003e begins with the basics, upon which everything else relies. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA stable stance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBasic footwork\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn effective guard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom there you learn different types of strikes and how to practice them in helpful, easy-to-learn patterns. The aim is to grow so comfortable wielding a stick that it is as though the stick has become an extension of your body.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce the basics are in place, you learn the strategies and tactics of fighting with the stick at long, middle, and close range. By controlling the distance, you control the fight! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn important guidelines for sparring, from light contact up to full-contact training. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to construct your own padded weapons. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn effective fighting tips that will rev up your game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlso included are chapters on advanced techniques; combating short ranged weapons such as a knife to long range weapons like the staff. Even detailed techniques to use when your opponent is armed but you are not!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you already study the stick or are just starting out, if you want to learn how to get an edge, \u003ci\u003eThe Art and Science of Stick Fighting\u003c\/i\u003e is for you!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 272\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.69 x 9.25 x 7.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 04, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51759423455520,"sku":"9781594398988","price":51.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/b86adfd0cd3ea6a4e0d160cc6f571435.webp?v=1780152223","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-art-and-science-of-stick-fighting-complete-instructional-guide-hardcover","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}