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Great Courses volume 2
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Step into what may seem like the quintessential Japanese martial art, with its emphasis on powerful physical techniques, from punches and chops to how to train your legs. Join U.S. Olymic team coach, Sensei Akira Fukuda in this introduction to karate and its history. Learn the fighting stance, the front kick, and a series of punches.
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Great Courses volume 9
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Qi is the Chinese word for "energy of life," and qigong is the science of understanding the flow of Qi. Because the ability to manipulate Qi is at the heart of many Asian martial arts, this lesson takes a break from the physical systems of martial arts and explores the history and mental practice of qigong. Learn a variety of meditation techniques that complement your physical study.
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Great Courses volume 19
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Continue your study of Muay Thai, which (unlike many other martial arts) includes knees and elbows as distinct weapons in the arsenal. Survey combinations and variations of jabs, crosses, hooks, uppercuts, and other hand and foot techniques, and then examine the "why" of different combos.
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Great Courses volume 15
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Known for its grappling, flipping, and throwing techniques, judo is best summed up by a Japanese phrase translating to "maximum efficiency, minimum effort." After a review of the history and introductory concepts of judo, Sensei Fukuda takes you through a series of exercises and drills. Master Ross returns to offer additional insight.
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Great Courses volume 12
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Begin to bridge the gap between individual practice and sparring with a partner by learning how to combine forms and anticipate your opponent's responses. Coach Chang explains the "trigram" of defense and demonstrates basic blocks and kicks, showing you how to "follow the limbs in" to find openings in an opponent's defenses.
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Great Courses volume 16
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In this second lesson on judo, Master Ross and Sensei Fukuda practice "uchikomi," or repetition training. You're invited to join in with a partner to participate in a series of judo drills that include gripping, throwing, and "kuzushi," the Japanese term for unbalancing your opponent.
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Great Courses volume 3
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Reflect on karate's philosophy of "never strike first" and the implication that you must be able to anticipate and counter your opponent's move. After a survey of defense and counter-attack concepts, Sensei Fukuda teaches a class around the anticipatory skill levels of "Sen no Sen," "Go no Sen," and "Sen Sen no Sen."
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Great Courses volume 20
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Taking as her premise that fights are seldom won by a single technique, virtually undefeated champion Kathy Long focuses her final lesson on combinations that utilze the Muay Thai "clinch" - a move that allows you to take control of the action, and your opponent. After learning how to perform the clinch, you'll put it together in a series of combinations.
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Great Courses volume 18
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One of the most devastating Asian fighting styles originated in Thailand. In addition to using fists and feet, Muay Thai uses elbows, forearms, knees, and shins as weapons, making it a favorite among MMA practitioners. Join world kickboxing champion Kathy Long to discover the basic stances, footwork, and punching techniques.
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Great Courses volume 1
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Open with five-time world champion Kathy Long in a brief warm-up demonstration, after which David-Dorian Ross leads your first lesson, with an overview of martial arts and some fundamental moves. Although there are many styles, martial arts all rely on our hands and feet as weapons. Explore a few basic techniques and stances broadly common to all forms.
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Great Courses volume 10
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Kung fu influenced almost all martial arts in China, including dozens of varieties of kung fu, and Chinese martial arts in turn formed the foundation for martial arts throughout Asia. Join Coach Johnny Chang as he provides an overview of the white crane style of kung fu and demonstrates the major stances and punches.
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Great Courses volume 5
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While many of the martial arts in this course are about speed, strength, and intensity, tai chi is known for the fundamental idea that "softness overcomes hardness." Here, Master Ross introduces you to the history and philosophy that underlies tai chi, as well as the importance and practice of "flow."
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Scientific Guide to Health and Happiness volume 16
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Have you ever wondered how to grow biologically younger and how to become a happier, healthier you? Discover the ancient practice of meditation and create a connection to your inner self, activating your physical body.
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Great Courses volume 25
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Conclude your exploration of Krav Maga, and the martial arts in this course, as Dr. McKracken leads you through a series of strike rhythms that will get your energy level up and give you a new sense of the power and discipline you have developed throughout the course. Master Ross sums up with a few concluding thoughts about how and why the martial arts matter.
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Great Courses volume 11
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Intricate "forms" are a hallmark of kung fu practice, which allow you to refine your physical skills and control. As you continue your study of white crane kung fu, Coach Chang breaks down the essential moves of a routine. He then turns to some exercises to help you increase your mental focus and discipline.
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Great Courses volume 24
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Here, Dr. McKracken shows you how Krav Maga is set up so that techniques (or "solutions") are separated into islands - and that different combat situations serve as bridges to those islands. After reflecting on the individual's mindset, you'll delve into the fundamental striking and attack techniques.
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Great Courses volume 23
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Imagine a martial art designed for responding to situations where there are no rules. While not always pretty or elegant, there is nevertheless a strength and grit to the Krav Maga system of fighting, making it popular among law enforcement. Dr. Tammy McKracken examines how to respond to common street attacks that don't adhere to the structured discipline of many martial arts.
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Great Courses volume 7
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Like the karate kata, the tae kwon do forms - or "poomse" - are the key to practicing technique. After Master Ross introduces these patterns of attack and defense, Grandmaster Wheaton leads you through the first poomse, Chun-ji, which you can then try yourself.
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Great Courses volume 13
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Round out your practice of kung fu with an introduction to praying mantis, a complementary style of kung fu that emphasizes bigger moves over longer distances. Sifu Joshua Grant takes you through this exceptionally graceful way to combine a variety of skills, as you literally cover a lot of ground.
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Great Courses volume 14
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Partner up and get ready to participate in a lesson from tai chi to practice moment-to-moment adjusments during sustained contact. Master Ross and Sifu Joshua Grant team up to demonstrate the traditional Push Hands training routine (Tui Sho) as well as a new game called TaijiFit Connect. You'll also learn levels of sense communication: connect, follow, flow, and merge.
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