Publisher's Synopsis
This practical introduction for the absolute beginner provides a day-by-day training programme incorporating kicks, punches and blocks, plus more advanced fighting techniques. Specially commissioned photographs illustrate the instructions and troubleshooting sections throughout are designed to help overcome common problems and improve technique. David Mitchell is an honorary member of the World Union of Karate Organizations and is the author of "The Complete Book of Martial Arts", "The Official Martial Arts Handbook", "Official Karate" and "Official Taekwondo".
