Combat Sports & Self-Defence


"Attack Proof"

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This volume presents a personal protection system for anticipating and fending off assaults. Unlike martial arts, which teach patterned, choreographed techniques that often don't work during street fights, this system prepares readers for situations involving random motion and guided chaos. With 222 photographs. Paperback, 232 pages. Size: 279 x 216 mm. Weight: 657g.
Author:  Perkins, John Etc. Ridenhour, Al Kovsky, Matt
ISBN:  0736003517
Publisher:  Human Kinetics Europe Ltd
Date:  2000  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Capoeira"

The Essential Guide to Mastering the Art

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Capoeira dates back to the 18th century, probably created by slaves in Brazil during their battle for freedom. This book takes a looks at what Capoeira is, the differences between the different styles, and then demonstrates and explains the basic movements useful for a Capoeirista. It includes step-by-step photographs and instructions. With 250 colour images. Hardback, 128 pages. Size: 265 x 195 mm. Weight: 733g.
Author:  Poncianinho, Mestre
ISBN:  1845377613
Publisher:  New Holland Publishers Ltd
Date:  2007  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Techniques of Medieval Armour Reproduction"

The 14th Century

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With photos, illus.. New ed. Paperback, 526 pages. Size: 280 x 216 mm. Weight: 1682g.
Author:  Price, Brian R.
ISBN:  1581605366
Publisher:  Paladin Press,U.S.
Date:  2000  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Championship Sambo"

Submission Holds and Groundfighting

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Sambo is a rugged Russian style of wrestling that emphasises practical effective submission holds. This book teaches you the fundamental holds, breakdowns, arm locks and leg locks of the sport of sambo. It focuses on building fundamental skills around which you can develop the variations that work best for you. With 320 b/w photos. Paperback, 158 pages. Size: 230 x 155 mm. Weight: 268g.
Author:  Scott, Steve
ISBN:  1880336901
Publisher:  Turtle Press,U.S.
Date:  2007  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Vital Leglocks"

65 Leglocks for Jujitsu, Judo, Sambo and Mixed Martial Arts

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Teaching how to set-up and apply fundamental leglocks, this book shows you how to defend against common lower body attacks, master the concept of leg wrestling, actively control the match and use leglocks strategically to get the win. The leglocks include: Straight Ankle Lock; Gator Roll Ankle Lock; Scissors Ankle Lock; Saylor Heel Hook; and more. With b/w photos. Paperback, 215 pages. Size: 230 x 155 mm. Weight: 356g.
Author:  Scott, Steve
ISBN:  1880336960
Publisher:  Turtle Press,U.S.
Date:  2007  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Krav Maga"

How to Defend Yourself Against Armed Assault

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With illus. New ed. Paperback, 256 pages. Size: 240 x 170 mm. Weight: 492g.
Author:  Sde-Or, Imi Yanilov, Eyal
ISBN:  9657178002
Publisher:  Dekel Publishing House
Date:  2001  (Israel)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Self-Defence for Women"

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'Self Defence For Women' provides practical techniques for protecting yourself in a number of situations. Paperback, Weight: 505g.
Author:  Soo-Warrr, Lavinia
ISBN:  1845094603
Publisher:  Silverdale Books
Date:  2006  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Journeyman"

A Comprehensive Guide to the Martial Arts

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A biographical account of one man's journey through the world of Martial Arts - a must-have for any martial arts enthusiast, regardless of style or system practised. With colour illustrations. Paperback, 192 pages. Size: 255 x 178 mm. Weight: 23g.
Author:  Sykes, Robert
ISBN:  0955264804
Publisher:  Health 'n' Life Publishing
Date:  2006  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Capoeira 100"

An Illustrated Guide to the Essential Movements and Techniques

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An illustrated guide to the essential movements and techniques. With col. Paperback, 350 pages. Size: 267 x 197 mm. Weight: 1046g.
Author:  Taylor, Gerard
ISBN:  1583941762
Publisher:  Frog Ltd
Date:  2007  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Immortal Combat"

Portrait of a True Warrior

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Portrait of a True Warrior. Using the legendary Bruce Lee as a template, this is a profound examination of the crucial differences between the martial sportsman and the martial artist, soldier and warrior. With 14 illustrations, b&w. Paperback, 150 pages. Size: 228 x 152 mm. Weight: 295g.
Author:  Thomas, Bruce
ISBN:  1583941738
Publisher:  Frog Ltd
Date:  2007  (United States)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Arm Bars and Joint Locks Arm Bars and Joint Locks"

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"Ground Fighting" series; This title teaches you the most aesthetic and yet devastating finishes of all: the bars and locks. It covers arm bars, face bars, leg/ankle/foot bars, finger locks, neck cranks from every position, all used to control or ultimately destroy an opponent on the ground. With illustrations. 2 rev ed. Paperback, 96 pages. Size: 235 x 156 mm. Weight: 178g.
Author:  Thompson, Geoff
ISBN:  1840241764
Publisher:  Summersdale Publishers
Date:  2001  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"The Art of Fighting Without Fighting"

Techniques in Personal Threat Evasion

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This book teaches you how to trigger the flight instict in a potential assailant, so that they run away and you beat them without becoming physical. With b&w photographs. Paperback, 160 pages. Size: 234 x 154 mm. Weight: 163g.
Author:  Thompson, Geoff
ISBN:  1840240857
Publisher:  Summersdale Publishers
Date:  1998  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Chokes and Strangles"

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"Ground Fighting" series; The most devastating finish of all is the choke/strangle. This book demonstrates choke/strangle KO's from multiple positions: underneath, on top, from the knees, the mount, displaying graphically how to send even the biggest opponent to sleep in under three seconds. With illustrations. 2 rev ed. Paperback, 96 pages. Size: 235 x 156 mm. Weight: 160g.
Author:  Thompson, Geoff
ISBN:  1840241721
Publisher:  Summersdale Publishers
Date:  2001  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"The Escapes Escapes"

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"Ground Fighting" series; This title teaches you how to escape from every ground hold and turn a bad fight into a victory. From head locks and mounts to side and upper chokes, knowledge of the escapes allows you to be calm on the ground and turn disadvantage into advantage. With illustrations. 2 rev ed. Paperback, 96 pages. Size: 235 x 156 mm. Weight: 204g.
Author:  Thompson, Geoff
ISBN:  184024173X
Publisher:  Summersdale Publishers
Date:  2001  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

"Fighting From Your Back Fighting From Your Back"

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"Ground Fighting" series; Most fighters' worst nightmare is being pinned on their back. This book deals with defences and attacks from that position and shows that it can often be a favourable position when you have the knowledge. It shows you how to escape and finish with strikes, chokes, broken strangles, bars and butts. With illustrations. 2 rev ed. Paperback, 96 pages. Size: 235 x 156 mm. Weight: 190g.
Author:  Thompson, Geoff
ISBN:  1840241748
Publisher:  Summersdale Publishers
Date:  2001  (United Kingdom)
Readership:  General (Us: Trade) Combat Sports & Self-Defence

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