The Philosophy and Principles of Wadō Ryū

The Philosophy & Principles of Wadō Ryū Karate – explores the deeper principles underlying Wadō-Ryū Karate beyond technique alone. Drawing upon decades of practice and teaching experience, Raymond Alan Reid examines timing, distancing, movement, mindset, and character development through the perspective of traditional budō principles. The book bridges martial arts philosophy with practical modern understanding, making it accessible to karate practitioners, instructors, and readers interested in discipline, personal growth, and lifelong learning. Combining technical insight with reflective discussion, it presents karate not simply as a method of fighting, but as an ongoing path of practice and self-cultivation.

Pagina's: 280, Paperback, Brown Dog Books