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Overview"Isshin-Ryu is an Okinawan karate style that was established in 1956 by Tatsuo Shimabuku. ""Isshin-Ryu"" is the literal translation of ""One Heart Way."" Its distinctiveness originates from the incorporation of strategies from various traditional Okinawan combat systems, such as Kobudo, Shorin-Ryu, and Goju-Ryu. The approach prioritizes pragmatic methods of self-defense, with an emphasis on formidable strikes, kicks, blocks, and grappling techniques. Traditional Okinawan weapons training is also incorporated into Isshin-Ryu, including the bo (staff), sai (metal truncheon), tonfa (handled club), and nunchaku (flail). Isshin-Ryu is characterized by its emphasis on fluid transitions between techniques and natural body movements, which enables practitioners to rapidly adapt to a variety of combat situations. In addition, the cultivation of mental discipline and physical fortitude is emphasized. In its entirety, Isshin-Ryu is considered an all-encompassing system of martial arts that fosters individual growth, physical fitness, and self-defense. It maintains an international presence with schools and practitioners, and it undergoes ongoing development as a result of diverse interpretations and adaptations by instructors and practitioners." Full Product DetailsAuthor: Y�ch�n Ch�ngPublisher: Independently Published Imprint: Independently Published Dimensions: Width: 12.70cm , Height: 0.40cm , Length: 20.30cm Weight: 0.082kg ISBN: 9798320679129Pages: 74 Publication Date: 23 March 2024 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |