This comprehensive sourcebook is the ultimate resource for the martial arts enthusiast, or those taking their first steps into self-defense training. The journey into martial arts begins with an exploration of each discipline, focusing on the history, philosophy and basic etiquette and offering practical step-by-step instruction in the exercises and techniques which make each art form unique. This overview is followed by step-by-step teaching plans for two of the most respected martial arts, t'ai chi and aikido. This history and theory behind each discipline are examined, emphasizing a spiritual approach as well as a physical commitment. Information on preparation and warm-up sequences is given, and guides to the basic postures, movements, techniques and applications of t'ai chi and aikido are demonstrated by expert practitioners.

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Fay Goodman is a leading exponent of shinto ryu and iaido. She is a coach with the British Kendo Association and of various other marital arts. Her previous publications including Beating Crime in Your Business and Be Streetwise. Andrew Popovic runs a London-based organization offering courses on all levels in t'ai chi, chi gung and meditation, and treats patients with acupuncture, herbs and chi gung healing therapy at his clinic. Peter Brady holds the position of Senior Coach and Children's Coach within the British Aikido Board and is the chief instructor for five independently run clubs around the UK.

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Goodman, Fay, Popovic, Andrew, Brady, Peter

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