The Art of Hojo Undo: Power Training for Traditional Karate

by Michael Clarke, Patrick McCarthy (Foreword by), Tsuneo Kinjo Kyoshi 8th Dan (Foreword by), Tetsuhiro Hokama Kaicho 10th Dan (Foreword by), Hiroshi Akamine Kaicho 8th Dan (Foreword by)

Overview

ADDING POWER TO THE FIGHTING TECHNIQUES OF KARATE

Hojo Undo means 'supplementary training', and using these tools is the key for developing the devastating power of karate techniques. Without Hojo Undo, a practitioner cannot reach the profound strength levels required for a lifetime of karate training.

This book details how to construct and use many training tools; provides accurate mechanical drawings, comprehensive training methods, and an historical context to understand why Hojo Undo was created in 'old' Okinawa.

• Warm up exercises
• Detailed construction drawings
• Build your own Hojo Undo tools!
• Learn how to use the tools to develop devastating power
• Link your increased power to fighting techniques
• Hear what Okinawan Masters say about Hojo Undo training

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781594391361
Publisher:	YMAA Publication Center
Publication date:	09/01/2009
Pages:	232
Product dimensions:	7.20(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Michael Clarke, Kyoshi 8th dan began Tani-ha Shito-ryu (Shukokai) karate training in England in 1974. He began Goju-ryu karate in Okinawa in 1984. In 1992 he entered the Jundokan dojo of Eiichi Miyazato sensei, the dojo where Higaonna sensei himself had learnt karate, and became a student of the man who had received his instruction directly from the founder of goju-ryu: Chojun Miyagi. He is a renowned author and highly respected teacher of Okinawa martial arts. Michael Clarke resides near Perth, Australia.

Editorial Reviews

"With the absence of any work on hojo undo, this book is destined to become an instant success and I am pleased to be able to lend my name to its publication. Mike Clarke's empirical experience and deep knowledge of both Okinawa's fighting arts and the culture in which it evolved make him uniquely qualified to produce a book of this nature."

Foreword Magazine

I recommend this book . . . It is a valuable asset for learning how the tools are used as an extension of training.

Akamine Hiroshi

I can't think of a single person anywhere in the world better suited to introduce this subject, and I highly recommend The Art of Hojo Undo: Power Training for Traditional Karate to teachers and students alike.

Patrick McCarthy

A serious writer . . . of great value to anyone who wishes to understand traditional karate-do.

Shotokan Karate Magazine - John Cheetham

"This book explains in detail how Okinawan Karate masters attained their awesome Karate Power and how they were able to develop such fantastic powerful techniques. Everything that you wanted to know about Hojo Undo training is explained in this book. There are explanations on the different training methods of Japanese and Okinawan Karate. Learn the secrets of traditional Karate power. Learn the difference between sport Karate and traditional Karate. Traditional Karate focuses on building a complete Karate warrior. It combines mind, body, and soul. For those who are dedicated to the art of Karate, this book is a must for your library. I highly recommend this outstanding manual."

Norman Leff

Clarke is an honorable man of karate . . . I highly recommend this book.

Hokama Tetsuhiro

Michael Clarke has captured the secret of traditional karate power.

Kinjo Tsuneo