Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #54791 in Books
• Published on: 2007-06-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 216 pages

Synopsis
When Karate or Ti was first developed in Okinawa, it was about using technique and extraordinary power to end a fight instantly. These old ways of generating remarkable power are still accessible, but they are purposefully hidden in Sanchin Kata for the truly dedicated to find. This book takes the practitioner to new depths of practice by breaking down the form piece-by-piece, body part by body part, so that the very foundation of the kata is revealed. Every chapter, concept, and application is accompanied by a Test It section, designed for you to explore and verify the kata for yourself. Sanchin Kata really comes alive, when you can feel the thrill of having those hidden teachings speak to you through your body across the ages. No other document, or video, available today provides such depth and exploration of Sanchin Kata.'Simply put, once you read this book and test what you have learned, your Karate will never be the same. This book has been sorely needed for generations! ...every serious karateka absolutely must own.' - Philip Starr, Inside Kung Fu Hall of Fame Member; Founder of Yiliquan. 'After 26 years in Goju, I am finally excited to study and practice this kata...solid direction and guidance.

..- Dr. Jeff Cooper, Tactical Medical Director, Toledo (Ohio). 'SWAT ...dispels the myths...straightforward and accessible ...put the lessons of Sanchin to the test...a truly great piece of work...' - Iain Abernethy, 5th dan, British Combat Association Hall of Fame Member.'...a tremendous book that provides readers with a wealth of information that has previously never been disclosed in one volume.' - Loren Christensen, 7th degree black belt; author. 'If you want to develop real strength, speed, endurance, and power...buy this book. It should be required reading...' - Lawrence A. Kane, martial arts instructor; author.

Customer Reviews

Essential reading for the serious karateka
Sanchin is one of the simplest kata to learn, yet one of the most profound and difficult to grasp. Unlike other kata that catalogue fighting techniques, Sanchin concentrates on developing physical toughness and short-range power to underpin the learnings of the other kata, and in the Goju Ryu system Sanchin is often cited as the most important kata of all. Yet considering its importance, there has been little written about it - until now. This excellent book covers every aspect of this essential kata in great detail, from performance to fighting applications and the health benefits that can be derived from its correct practice. The Way of Sanchin is essential reference for any martial artist wishing to understand this core kata. Kris Wilder brings his long experience in various martial arts to bear in an interesting and engaging way - congratulations on an excellent and long overdue book.

Goran Powell
4th Dan
Author of Waking Dragons

Fantastic resource for all serious martial artists
Many practitioners believe that sanchin kata holds the key to mastering traditional martial arts. It is one of the simplest forms to learn pattern-wise, yet one of the most difficult to perfect. Those who truly understand its teachings find that it facilitates enormous quickness and power in any martial application. The challenge comes in gaining that understanding, something we had to uncover by trial and error until now.

In his groundbreaking book, The Way of Sanchin, Sensei Wilder lays out step-by-step instructions for mastering this vital form. He covers every element of body mechanics, movement, breathing, and application with clear writing, pertinent detail, and informative illustrations. The "test it" exercises help readers internalize what they have learned.

Wilder manages to take the ancient wisdom of sanchin kata and make it relevant for modern budoka (martial artists) today. If you want to develop real strength, speed, endurance, and power for tournament competition or street survival you need to buy this book.

Contents Include:

- The entire kata in step-by-step movement
- Movement not seen
- The crescent step
- The spine
- Bones, sinew, and muscle
- The energetic structure
- The mechanical structure
- Iron shirt
- Rooting
- The mind
- Ten-minute sanchin
- The 5:7 ratio
- And much more...

The illustrations are outstanding too, supplementing the text in exacting detail. This insightful book truly should be required reading for all serious practitioners.

Lawrence Kane
Author of Surviving Armed Assaults and Martial Arts Instruction; co-author of The Way of Kata and The Way to Black Belt