Bøger af Andreas Quast

This is Volume II sporting Hanshi Leif Hermansson, 10th Dan Karate and Okinawa Kobudo and his extensive Kobudo curriculum. Okinawa Kobudo Volume II - 3rd Kyu to 1st Dan black belt - features the basic techniques (Kihon) of three weapons: Nunchaku, Kama and Tekko. The Bo-Kata featured in this volume are Ufugushiku no Kon, Shushi no Kon Koshiki (old style), Sakugawa no Kon Dai, and Sueyoshi no Kon. The two Sai-Kata are Chatan Yara no Sai, Hamahiga no Sai, and furthermore the volume contains the Kata Nunchaku Sho, Tozan no Nichogama, Maezato no Tekko, and Yaraguwa no Tonfa. More than thirty Kumite are illustrated and described in detail for Nunchaku, Kama, and Tekko. Soke Leif Hermansson from Sweden is a 10th Dan Hanshi in Karate and Okinawa Kobudo. After more than fifty years of training, with the last thirty-five years mostly in Japan and Okinawa, Soke Leif Hermansson is a highly qualitative and qualified teacher of Karate, Iaido and especially Okinawa Kobudo.

This is the first volume sporting Hanshi Leif Hermansson, 10th Dan Karate and Okinawa Kobudo and his extensive Kobudo curriculum. Okinawa Kobudo Volume I - 6th to 4th Kyu - features the basic techniques (Kihon) of three weapons: Bo, Sai and Tonfa. The Bo-Kata featured in this volume are Shushi no Kon Sho, Shushi no Kon Dai, and Sakugawa no Kon Sho. The two other Kata are Tsuken Shitahaku no Sai and Hamahiga no Tonf¿. Basic and continuous Kumite are are illustrated and described in detail each for Bo, Sai, and Tonfa. This provides the student with already fifty fighting scenarios, which incorporate the principles of martial arts. Soke Leif Hermansson from Sweden is a 10th Dan Hanshi in Karate and Okinawa Kobudo. After more than fifty years of training, with the last thirty-five years mostly in Japan and Okinawa, Soke Leif Hermansson is a highly qualitative and qualified teacher of Karate, Iaido and especially Okinawa Kobudo.

Ancient bōjutsu, bō-odori, bō-furi, or village bō received much less attention than its famous sister discipline of Okinawa Kobudō. However, to understand Okinawa Kobudō, and to understand Okinawan martial arts in general, these old traditions are a mirror of the past that must not be ignored. They represent a captivating realm of Okinawan culture, where the ancient art of the bō takes center stage in a dazzling array of performances. From the graceful finesse of bōjutsu to the rhythmic energy of lion dance bō, the island proudly boasts a rich tapestry of traditions. But within the fabric of these performances lies a hidden world-the realm of "The Last Secrets of Okinawan Martial Arts with Weaponry."Embark on a groundbreaking journey as the mysteries surrounding a hundred ancient stick fighting techniques unravel, meticulously preserved in the sands of Okinawa. Explore the intricacies of mura-bō, the artistry of mēkata-bō, and the dynamic thrill of tug-of-war bō. Immerse yourself in the southern island dance (fēnushima) and witness the mesmerizing troupe rotation (sūmachi).But this isn't just a mere exploration-it's an unprecedented revelation. This definitive guide not only brings these ancient techniques to light but also bridges the gap between past and present with almost two hundred QR Codes. As you delve into the pages, these codes seamlessly connect you to a trove of related footage, breathing life into the words on the page. Brace yourself for a vivid reading experience like never before, where the ancient whispers of Okinawan Kobudō echo through the digital corridors, waiting for you to uncover their secrets. Step into a world where tradition meets technology, and let the journey begin.

Based on his acclaimed previous studies, the author here presents a synopsis of the development of Ryukyu martial arts. The events described herein are all real, that is, they are all historical. Strolling along the chronology of martial arts of Ryukyu provenance, a large number of verified events are not only detailed, but also decorated with dozens of precious illustrations. As such "A Stroll Along Ryukyu Martial Arts History" is for martial arts practitioners as much as it is for aficionados of history and Asia. It simply provides a pristine ground to stand on for the practitioner who wishes to understand the primordial origins of Ryukyu martial arts. For those who read "Karate 1.0" this new book here provides a synopsis of Karate 1.0 plus the "chronology (Part VII)" without significant changes. It is an easier read without all the reasoning and footnotes, but instead with 80 illustrations to make it more suitable for the general public, and not only academic people.

IN THE ERA OF OLD RYUKYU, a legendary warrior of Okinawan martial arts appeared on the center stage of the historical theatre. Due to his unique appearance and powerful physique-reminiscent of a wolf or a tiger-the people of that time called him Oni Oshiro, or Oshiro the Demon. Also known as Uni Ufugushiku in the Okinawan pronunciation of his name, he had been variously described as the originator of the original Okinawan martial art Ti as well as the actual ancestor of a number of famous Okinawan karate masters, such as Mabuni Kenwa and others.This is his narrative. Gleaned from the few primary sources available, which for the first time are presented here in the English language, the original heroic flavor of the source texts kept intact.I invoke the Gods, To quake heaven and earth, To let the firmament resound, And to rescue the divine woman-Momoto Fumiagari.

Considered the primary source-text of old-style Okinawan martial arts, the "Seven Virtues of Martial Arts" are admired for their straightforward advice. Handwritten in the late 19th century by Matsumura Sokon, the most celebrated ancestor of karate, they are considered the ethical fountain and technical key to understand what can't be seen.Matsumura himself pointed out that the "Seven Virtues of Martial Arts" were praised by a wise man in an ancient manuscript, a manuscript that has remained obscure and undiscovered ever since. Now the source of this wondrous composition has been discovered and verified. Presented and explained here for the first time, it is not only the source of Matsumura's "Seven Virtues of Martial Arts". In fact: it is the original meaning of martial arts per se.NOTE: This is the updated version of "King Wu Once Buckled on his Armor," with a new title and the text spelling overworked.