{"product_id":"the-art-of-ground-fighting-principles-techniques-9780834804968","title":"The Art of Ground Fighting: Principles \u0026 Techniques","description":"\u003cp\u003eNew softcover edition available May 2015  ISBN 978-1891640759 The 2002 first-edition is out-of-print. Signed hardcover first-editions still available direct from the author  thru Amazon (see \"MarcTedeschi\" listing under third-party sellers).-----One in a series of remarkable books that provide an in-depth look at thecore concepts and techniques shared by a broad range of martial arts styles.-----This illuminating work outlines the essential principles and techniques that define the art of ground fighting in most martial arts. More than 1 200 outstanding photographs introduce over 195 practical techniques encompassing all types of ground skills: chokes  head locks  joint locks  pins  ground kicks  sacrifice techniques  and defenses and counters from seated  reclining  and kneeling positions. Comprehensive introductory chapters provide an authoritative overview of important technical principles  East Asian energetic concepts  and 109 fundamental skills encompassing body positions  stances  footwork  ground movement  transitional movement  and common methods of tumbling and falling. Precise anatomical illustrations and descriptions of 106 common Oriental pressure points  and a visual comparison of different martial arts  make this an invaluable resource for all martial styles. Expertly written and designed by the author of the 1 136-page Hapkido--widely acclaimed as the most comprehensive book ever written on a single martial art--this exceptional work is designed to stand alone  or function as a companion text with the authors other works on martial techniques and anatomy. Regardless of the style you practice  these books will enrich your training  improve your technique  and deepen your understanding of the unique qualities embodied in your own martial art. View sample pages  read book reviews  or get more information at marctedeschi.com -----\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45648196272181,"sku":"ByrdShop_0834804964","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9780834804968.jpg?v=1781712451","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-art-of-ground-fighting-principles-techniques-9780834804968","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}