WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
The techniques in this book are proven easy to learn self defense techniques designed to keep a person safe in almost all situations.
-Attire and Equipment for Training
-Types of Defensive Tactics schools
-Getting into Physical Condition
-Defensive moves and counters
-Punching and kicking techniques
-Take Downs
-Escapes and Counters from Side, Front, and Rear Attacks

"Martial Arts Basics" is the most comprehensive book on martial arts that has been published, and a must read for every martial arts practitioner and anyone contemplating learning a martial art. There is a plethora of books on each of the different martial arts, but "Martial Arts Basics" brings this mountain of information into one readable textbook. Dr. Gotay integrates history, training protocols, sporting vs. self defense aspects, and philosophies that serve as the bedrock many of the martial arts presented in each chapter. He does this for each of the eighteen martial arts from around the...