The Art and Science of Staff Fighting: A Complete Instructional Guide (Martial Science)

Description

NINE LEVELS, EASY TO EXPERTThis book stands apart from other staff training
manuals. While most titles focus on forms and twirling, The Art and Science of
Staff Fighting emphasizes the dynamics of combat. The author draws on thirty
years of martial experience, presenting the best of both Eastern and Western
traditions.Joe Varady lays out a comprehensive course of study in nine levels,
from beginner to expert. He guides readers through such fundamentals as
stances, striking, blocking, and footwork. In advanced lessons, readers learn
disarming techniques, groundwork, and facing multiple opponents.But this book
is not just for staff enthusiasts. Even those unfamiliar with martial arts can
adapt these techniques, increasing their skill and confidence in defending
themselves.”Our environment is usually full of improvised weapons,” Varady
writes. “Staff fighting techniques can be effectively applied in a self-
defense situation using a walking stick, coatrack, curtain rod, floor lamp,
hockey stick, fallen tree branch, broom, mop, shovel, or rake.”Equipped with
this knowledge, readers will begin to realize that, in one way or another,
they are nearly always armed and capable of defending themselves.This book
features: Nine levels of instruction, progressing from easy to expertOver 600
photos with motion arrowsA “nondenominational” approach to staff, utilizing
the best of Eastern and Western artsA comprehensive, methodical approach to
building staff skillsIf you are already a student of the staff, these lessons
will not conflict with your katas or current style. Instead, they will augment
your techniques, broadening your options.Whether you are an experienced staff
fighter or a layman seeking practical techniques for self-defense, The Art and
Science of Staff Fighting will help you develop the skills you need. Read more

Features:

Product Details:

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ YMAA Publication Center; 1st edition (October 1, 2016)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1594394113
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 19
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.22 x 0.52 x 9.46 inches
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