Böcker av 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.