karate

How can Keith, Joel, Kim, and Davina obey the spirit of karate--to best your opponent without violence--while they rescue the neighborhood from a dangerous street gang?.

Provides illustrations and descriptions of techniques a first-degree black belt holder will need to understand in order to advance to the next level, with rules of competitions, sparring drills and combinations, and a history of karate and the influential or important masters of the art.

Mr. Duncan sends Charlie, Jeffrey, and Sidney to take karate lessons after detention. But this doesn't seem to solve their behavior problems. Then, the boys learn how to be friendlier with people.

Discusses the background and the current styles and modes of this ancient discipline. Also describes the basic techniques, exercises, and the necessary preparation and training.

Will the pressure of being a rookie brown belt, sparring against increased competition, and handling all of the details for his parents' anniversary party prove to be too much for Michael?.

Passionate about karate, fourteen-year-old Troy tries to convince his disapproving parents about the true nature of the art and its importance in his life.

Introduces basic karate techniques and includes a history, warm-up exercises, and answers to common questions on self-defense.