Budo Taijutsu: An Illustrated Reference Guide of Bujinkan Dojo Taijutsu (Second Edition)

Budo Taijutsu (Martial Arts Body Technique), combines the essence of nine classical martial art systems from Japan. Through his organisation, the Bujinkan, Grandmaster Masaaki Hatsumi-sensei has overseen the growth of Budo Taijutsu to many thousands of practitioners worldwide. Its training philosophy of developing your response in accordance with the situation provides both a dynamic martial art and practical form of self-defence.In this expanded Second Edition, author and illustrator Duncan Mitchell presents a systematic reference for both beginners and experienced students.Part One - Foundations of Budo TaijutsuBasic training advice, physical preparation exercises and how to take a fall safely before moving on to providing clear diagrams and brief explanations for the essential basic techniques of striking, joint locks, throws, choking and self-defence.Part Two - Kihon Gata (Basic Forms)Provides a reference to the essential foundational forms, including Sanshin no Kata, Kihon Happo, and Ukemi Gata Taihenjutsu.Part Three - Keiko Gata (Practice Forms)Presents detailed descriptions of the basic practice forms for:- Shinden Fudo Ryu Dakentaijutsu- Gyokko Ryu Kosshijutsu- Koto Ryu Koppojutsu- Togakure Ryu Ninpo Taijutsu- Kuki Shinden Ryu Dakentaijutsu- Takagi Yoshin Ryu Jutaijutsu