tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-186089982011-12-08T16:41:25.277-05:00Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.comBlogger3871100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-76119078194143430692011-12-08T16:41:00.002-05:002011-12-08T16:41:25.285-05:00

Explosive Muay Thai: Beyond the Basics builds on your basic Muay Thai knowledge to integrate the physical techniques, mental attitude and philosophy of Muay Thai training into a disciplined, progressive approach to training.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-27085381209615953442011-10-28T12:58:00.000-04:002011-10-28T12:58:16.525-04:00

In The Principles of Unarmed Combat, Black Belt Magazine columnist Mark Jacobs breaks down the essential skills of empty-handed martial arts. Whether you train to win in the ring or survive on the street, this book will show you why some fighting skills work and why some don’t. Plus you’ll learn how to troubleshoot problem areas in your training, no matter what style you practice.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-48832980652141589692011-06-22T14:26:00.000-04:002011-06-22T14:26:47.284-04:00

In this excerpt from his book Survivalist Kung Fu, Sifu Noah Knapp explains 5 Mistakes You Never Make in a Fight.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-81165841000932953372011-05-24T12:29:00.000-04:002011-05-24T12:29:01.421-04:00

Sifu Noah Knapp's new book, Survivalist Kung Fu, has just been released. Survivalist Kung Fu is your guide to ending a threatening situation using the strategies and techniques of Kung Fu. Sifu Noah Knapp looks at dozens of potentially dangerous scenarios and arms you with the skills to neutralize your attacker. Learn how to recognize a crisis and take preemptive action, how to escape from

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-86874639417748518372011-04-08T12:03:00.002-04:002011-04-08T12:03:57.528-04:00

The latest DVD in the Kenpo Karate series has just been released: Ed Parkers American Kenpo Karate Green Belt DVD.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-78485184849107251152011-04-05T11:54:00.000-04:002011-04-05T11:54:04.386-04:00

Just in: Ultimate Krav Maga 5-DVD Box Set: Complete beginner to intermediate level Krav Maga training on 5 DVDs. Over 6 hours of instruction for only $79.  Ultimate Krav Maga Advanced 2-DVD Set: The Ultimate Krav Maga Advanced DVDs expand on the Ultimate Krav Maga 5 DVD box set, introducing new advanced material and consolidating your skills.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-13113778633165315302011-03-24T17:43:00.000-04:002011-03-24T17:43:45.099-04:00

Read an excerpt about kicking in self-defense range from Loren W. Christensen and Lisa Place's new book Fight Back: A Woman's Guide to Self-defense that Works.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-31345537650203960622011-03-16T12:33:00.000-04:002011-03-16T12:33:33.052-04:00

Loren Christensen and Lisa Place have a new book out today: Fight Back - A Woman's Guide to Self-defense that Works. Get it today for just $12.95 if you're one of the first 50 buyers. In Fight Back: A Woman’s Guide to Self-defense that Works, martial arts experts Loren W. Christensen and Lisa Place teach you to use your hands, forearms, elbows, teeth, knees and feet to survive the type of attack

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-22367822824200122172011-02-22T11:28:00.000-05:002011-02-22T11:28:00.453-05:00

Now available: 4 new Kenpo DVDs. David Coppock teaches the yellow belt, orange belt, purple belt and blue belt requirements for students of Ed Parker's American Kenpo. On each DVD, Associate Professor David Coppock takes you step by step following the prescribed manner outlined by Master Ed Parker, the founder of American Kenpo Karate.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-42138286399724264852011-02-14T14:21:00.000-05:002011-02-14T14:21:26.201-05:00

Steve Scott, author of Winning on the Mat, explains the 4 stages of a successful Judo throw in this new article.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-57908567070626559992011-02-07T14:21:00.000-05:002011-02-07T14:21:10.190-05:00

Steve Scott's new book Winning on the Mat: Judo, Freestyle Judo And Submission Grappling has just been released. Veteran coach and author Steve Scott presents the most effective and commonly used skills, techniques and tactics of competitive judo and analyzes why and how they work. Hundreds of winning skills are illustrated in realistic, competitive situations, most with exciting action photos

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-5515831368578428432011-01-19T11:49:00.000-05:002011-01-19T11:49:05.690-05:00

Sang H. Kim's Tao calligraphy poster can be seen in the new Green Hornet movie, hanging in Kato's apartment.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-80268378123251553602010-11-26T14:15:00.002-05:002010-11-26T14:15:50.051-05:00

Steve Scott and John Saylor, authors of Conditioning for Combat Sports, outline a "bread and butter" barbell workout for grapplers and fighters.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-71084375328230576212010-11-03T13:29:00.000-04:002010-11-03T13:29:45.725-04:00

 Excellent podcast interview at Police Magazine with Loren W. Christensen about police defensive tactics, including some great info making every standing into a fighting stance, using a baton effectively for nonlethal disabling strikes, and making every stance into a fighting stance.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-27015962967403770392010-10-08T17:15:00.000-04:002010-10-08T17:15:30.549-04:00

Wrestling coach and author Steve Kimpel, Ph.D. discusses four supplements that may work for wrestlers and other combat sports athletes - creatine, beta-alanine, protein and caffeine - in this new article posted in the Turtle Press Martial Arts Training Tips library.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-64356032701872687832010-09-22T12:19:00.003-04:002010-09-22T12:21:13.571-04:00

Steve Scott and John Saylor have written an authoritative new book on strength training and conditioning for martial arts and combat sports: Conditioning for Combat Sports. Here is just small part of what the book contains:• What is Functional Training and why does it work? • Periodization: how to plan your training cycles • Proven workout routines designed just for fighters • The science

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-27456434907408068012010-09-13T18:24:00.000-04:002010-09-13T18:24:03.767-04:00

Turtle Press has released Wrestle & Win: Wrestler's Guide to Strength, Conditioning, Nutrition and College Preparation by Steve Kimpel. This book is a comprehensive guide to the in-season and off-season training habits necessary to succeed at the state or national level. First, find out exactly what kind of strength training and conditioning you should be doing, including how to get the most

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-18110653057077662752010-09-07T15:38:00.000-04:002010-09-07T15:38:03.424-04:00

Hope's Cafe, a family-friendly review blog, is giving away a Turtle Press Beginner Karate DVD.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-8614034270222585282010-09-01T17:33:00.000-04:002010-09-01T17:33:07.136-04:00

Mark Mireles and Loren W. Christensen, authors of Total Defense: Grappling and Striking Defenses Against Common Street Attacks share some tips on defending against a tackle in street fighting or self-defense situation.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-78142856673334900722010-08-24T16:47:00.000-04:002010-08-24T16:47:02.710-04:00

New Black Belt magazine ads for the holiday season: October 2010 - Taekwondo Books ad November 2010 - Fitness and Conditioning Ad December 2010 - Submission Grappling Books ad January 2011 - Self-defense books ad

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-53708793153651368932010-07-22T13:29:00.001-04:002010-07-22T13:29:50.122-04:00

New article in the martial arts tips library: What is Step Sparring? In this excerpt from Taekwondo Step Sparring, Sang H. Kim explains what step sparring is and why it's useful for beginner and intermediate level taekwondo andTaekwondo Step Sparring karate students.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-29285795906574306802010-07-20T15:57:00.002-04:002010-07-20T16:00:36.483-04:00

Taekwondo Step Sparring, the latest book in Sang H. Kim's taekwondo book series, was released today.Step sparring is a traditional form of drill training used by Taekwondo students to practice and perfect stances, blocks, strikes and kicks with a partner. In Taekwondo Step Sparring, Sang H. Kim progressively teaches you nearly 70 step sparring techniques, from beginner to black belt.Other books

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-59811210695823625162010-07-14T16:54:00.002-04:002010-07-14T16:56:27.811-04:00

Right now you can get 10 martial arts DVDs for $50. Check out our 4 different Martial Arts DVD Value Packs to see which DVDs are included in this unbeatable special offer.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-72124363383415260122010-06-29T15:20:00.001-04:002010-06-29T15:22:04.656-04:00

This is a great deal on 10 MARTIAL ARTS SELF-DEFENSE DVDs. All of these DVDs are guaranteed first quality, factory sealed items with run times between 45 and 90 minutes. Compatible with DVD players worldwide. Save when you buy them as part of this special package deal!

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-12164157622894467402010-06-29T15:20:00.000-04:002010-06-29T15:22:02.252-04:00

This is a great deal on 10 MARTIAL ARTS SELF-DEFENSE DVDs. All of these DVDs are guaranteed first quality, factory sealed items with run times between 45 and 90 minutes. Compatible with DVD players worldwide. Save when you buy them as part of this special package deal!

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-79596513623676819352010-05-14T15:53:00.002-04:002010-05-14T15:57:44.663-04:00

The Turtle Press Martial Arts Technique of the Week has received the “Editors Choice Podcasting Excellence Award” from Podseek.net. The podcast will be featured on the front page of Podseek.net for the next 30 days and will also be featured in the Podseek.net monthly newsletter.Subscribe to the award winning Martial Arts Technique of the Week for a new martial arts video lesson every week.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-25147755138594863862010-05-12T17:24:00.000-04:002010-05-12T17:25:06.196-04:00

For a limited time, we've paired up books that go great together and we're offering them for $20 when you buy both titles. Just click on any of the books below to see the special "Buy Both and Save" offer. See something you like? Use the "Add Both to Cart" button and both books will be added to your shopping cart for a total of $20. These are unbeatable discounts that you won't find

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-91875843539134642252010-04-14T13:44:00.002-04:002010-04-14T13:46:34.198-04:00

We've just received a limited number of 2009 WTF Taekwondo World Championships DVD Sets. Held in Copenhagen Denmark the 2009 WTF Taekwondo World Championships showcases the best taekwondo players in the world today. You get high quality WTF taekwondo action filmed at ringside. Over 3 hours of footage including all of the men's and women's weight classes, with semi-finals highlights and complete

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-8172967207923454512010-03-30T17:05:00.001-04:002010-03-30T17:07:07.668-04:00

Bob Deatherage, author of Terrorism Awareness and Security Operations, is going to be interviewed live on the Code Red radio show tomorrow morning. If you're in the DC area, you can catch it on the radio. Otherwise, you can find the show in the Code Red Radio website archives after its broadcast.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-51874693292172546152010-03-18T13:27:00.002-04:002010-03-18T13:28:25.993-04:00

New Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast: 8 minute Core Strengthening follow along workout. Subscribe in iTunes or your favorite newsreader.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-40987321861019774002010-02-24T17:24:00.002-05:002010-02-24T17:27:49.118-05:00

New Article in the Training Tips Library: How to Choose a Baton for a Self-defense Weapon by Master Hei Long. This is an excerpt from Master Long's latest book, Art of the Steel Telescoping Baton: Tie Gun Lian Shi. Learn the pros and cons of the various types of collapsible batons, including spring body batons, chrome body batons and steel telescoping batons.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-68186851610095218992010-01-21T15:27:00.004-05:002010-01-21T15:43:48.383-05:00

Here are just a few of the $10 deals:

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-73477281742373638562010-01-14T17:57:00.002-05:002010-01-14T17:57:58.409-05:00

Now through January 20th, get 20% off all martial arts fitness and training books

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-58640441219320241482010-01-13T12:04:00.001-05:002010-01-13T12:05:45.461-05:00

We're running a product giveaway today and tomorrow for our Facebook Fans. Join us on Facebook and get the chance to win the Turtle Press book or DVD of your choice.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-7056646235330515982009-12-31T14:01:00.003-05:002009-12-31T14:03:28.650-05:00

Read an excerpt from Loren W. Christensen's new book: How to Fight the Pain Resistant AttackerIn Taking Control of a Self-defense Situation, Loren talks about how to control the attacker, how to control the situation and how to control your actions, why these three are essential to successfully escape when attacked and why you can't have one without the other two.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-24254376477915580262009-12-09T13:52:00.001-05:002009-12-09T13:53:46.996-05:00

Best selling martial arts author Loren W. Christensen's service as a military policeman during the Vietnam War, his 25 years as a street cop, and his training in the martial arts since 1965 have provided him with real-world experience dealing with violent people, especially those who have a high tolerance to pain. In Fighting the Pain Resistant Attacker, Loren shows you dozens of tried-and-true,

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-70300652026082977712009-11-28T11:41:00.002-05:002009-11-28T11:42:24.468-05:00

• Gifts under $20 • Top rated gifts • Instructor gifts • Gifts for beginners • Gifts for Young Martial Artists • Black Belt gifts • Books, DVDs, Posters, CDs and more ...Go to the Turtle Press Martial Arts Holiday Gift Center

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-91371671022153262552009-11-06T12:36:00.000-05:002009-11-06T12:38:08.875-05:00

We've uncovered over 10 hours of Muay Thai fight footage in our archives and have started posting it at YouTube. All of the fights were filmed at ringside between 1999 and 2003 in rural Thailand.Muay Thai Fights playlist

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-40853049587422668822009-11-04T15:53:00.000-05:002009-11-04T15:54:25.890-05:00

The martial arts classroom drills video set is complete at YouTube. There are about 50 drills and games for partners and small groups, mostly geared for use in kids' classes.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-35076178982850537702009-10-12T13:41:00.001-04:002009-10-12T13:46:32.594-04:00

This series of videos demonstrates 7 methods of using your keys as a self-defense weapon against an attacker. Because you carry your keys everywhere when traveling, they are an excellent and totally legal weapon to use when defending yourself or your loved ones.Watch the How to use your Keys for Self-defense videos at YouTube

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-15465393489544343722009-10-08T13:08:00.000-04:002009-10-08T13:09:15.308-04:00

This article, excerpted from Taekwondo Self-defense: Taekwondo Hoshinsool by Sang H. Kim, outlines the three principles of coping with a self-defense situation after you've made the choice to fight back. Read Taekwondo Hoshinsool: Assess, Attack, Adapt

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-69315803779163201452009-10-05T17:20:00.000-04:002009-10-05T17:22:19.697-04:00

Taekwondo Self-defense:Taekwondo Hoshinsool by Sang H. Kim has just been released. This new book focuses on using traditional taekwondo skills for self-defense. It would make a great supplemental text for taekwondo students and a systematic guide for instructors looking for taekwondo-based self-defense skills for the classroom.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-43114804494339995462009-09-28T15:44:00.001-04:002009-09-28T15:47:11.799-04:00

Aaron Wayne-Duke has reviewed Sang H. Kim's Complete Kicking book in his Spirit Mind and Body podcast this week.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-31585023782883162009-08-31T13:59:00.001-04:002009-08-31T13:59:40.274-04:00

If you're willing to review Sang H. Kim's Complete Kicking book and post the review at Amazon.com or BarnesandNoble.com, let us know. We'll send you an autographed copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. We're only looking for 10 reviewers, so jump on this today if you're up for it.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-47385395612291008912009-08-27T13:04:00.002-04:002009-08-27T13:07:52.957-04:00

Zen Buddhism: In Search of Self has been named an official selection of the 2009 T.H.I.S. Buddhist Film Festival to be held September 13th to 19th at the Shaw Brothers’ Lido Cinema in Singapore. Zen Buddhism: In Search of Self, available from www.TurtlePress.com, is the only film ever to document the daily lives of female Korean Buddhist Nuns and their 1000-year old tradition of gathering for a

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-5123298710812371022009-08-20T10:46:00.003-04:002009-08-20T10:49:13.231-04:00

We have only 1 or 2 of each of these clearance DVDs left:Tai Chi Qigong DVDTai Chi Single and Double Broadsword DVDTai Chi Push Hands DVDBagua Eight Basics Palms DVDGet 'em while they last . . .

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-62087844927432794792009-08-17T12:55:00.003-04:002009-08-17T12:58:18.143-04:00

A couple of great new book reviews at Martial Arts [Unltd] : book review of Sang H. Kim's Vital Point Strikes and a book review of Steve Scott's Tap Out Textbook

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-15247173774998419362009-08-13T17:18:00.003-04:002009-08-13T17:21:23.951-04:00

Now you can watch the full Ssireum: Korean Wrestling documentary video on YouTube:This little known style is becoming increasingly popular outside of Korea thanks in part to this video series originally released on VHS by Turtle Press almost 15 years ago.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-20762185099902149162009-07-31T12:34:00.001-04:002009-07-31T12:36:02.110-04:00

Watch the full-length martial arts movie Zen Man on YouTube.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-70168084832182671742009-07-29T12:22:00.000-04:002009-07-29T12:23:15.139-04:00

We've posted the intro to Zen Man, a martial arts themed movie, on YouTube. If there's enough interest, we'll post the whole film in a series of high quality videos so you can watch it for free on YouTube. If you're interested, leave a comment on the Zen Man Movie Part 1 video at YouTube.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-16313339159247900562009-07-24T17:20:00.002-04:002009-07-24T17:22:31.393-04:00

30 free martial arts lessons on YouTube taught by professional instructors, coaches, fighters and black belts. Learn fundamental skills of muay thai, karate, taekwondo, hapkido, jujitsu, kickboxing, weapon training and much more.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-80241300111262787992009-07-08T13:32:00.002-04:002009-07-08T13:36:01.245-04:00

Sang H. Kim has revised and updated his popular martial arts school management and teaching reference book, Martial Arts Instructor's Desk Reference, with new advice for school owners and instructors including tips on using the internet for advertising and promotion. Get high quality advice on teaching, organizing your curriculum, advertising, marketing, publicity, student retention and much more

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-8801242600662884292009-07-02T17:28:00.002-04:002009-07-02T17:35:18.811-04:00

We've got some super deals right now on martial arts instructional and fight DVDs - only $9.95 for select DVDs including weapons, taekwondo, breaking, boxing, kickboxing and more. See the full list of discounted martial arts DVDs.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-5294331557987628912009-07-01T12:42:00.001-04:002009-07-01T12:43:59.918-04:00

The 77 Fun and Exciting Martial Arts Drills DVD has been discontinued but you can now watch many of the drills from the DVD on Youtube - Martial Arts Conditioning Drills video playlist.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-138253811601457372009-06-25T11:44:00.002-04:002009-06-25T11:47:23.182-04:00

We've had lots of requests for the Taekwondo Kyukpa: Power Breaking video that's been out of print for a while so we're posting it on YouTube along with some other classic titles. Check out all of our martial arts videos at YouTube and subscribe to get updates when new videos are posted.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-30938105981418736222009-06-19T17:06:00.000-04:002009-06-19T17:07:02.668-04:00

Just released today and available at www.TurtlePress.com: Low Cost Marketing for the Martial Art SchoolGrow your martial art school without breaking your budget! This book is packed with hundreds of free and low cost marketing ideas on a wide variety of topics including advertising, publicity, promotion, student retention and much more.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-11704046475966606422009-06-02T12:39:00.002-04:002009-06-02T12:48:17.580-04:00

Clearance DVDs are flying out of our warehouse. Here's a list of DVDs that have only 1 or 2 left in stock. If you've been wanting to pick up anything on this list, here's your last chance:Choy Li Fut Little Arhat Boxing and Free Sparring DVDTaiji Capture DVDTraditional Taiji Push Hands DVD Set17th World Taekwondo Championships DVD Set: Madrid 200577 Fun and Exciting Martial Arts Drills DVDWTF

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-20566011815580517362009-05-29T18:06:00.004-04:002009-05-29T18:09:38.720-04:00

We're in the process of posting some great training videos filmed at a professional Korean Ssireum training camp in Korea. The videos cover the techniques, conditioning drills, history and competition rules of Ssireum, a traditional Korean style of wrestling or grappling somewhat similar to sumo. Check out the Ssireum Video channel on YouTube or watch below:

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-26079921796573514322009-05-22T17:25:00.002-04:002009-05-22T17:27:59.916-04:00

In this excerpt from Complete Kicking, author Sang H. Kim covers 3 essential elements of good taekwondo kicks: your base, your pivot point and the impact of your kick. Read 3 Essential Concepts of Taekwondo Kicking

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-31404211443322191132009-05-21T14:42:00.000-04:002009-05-21T14:44:36.812-04:00

Muay Thai coach and retired fighter. Kumron Vaitayanon shows you how to wrap your hands for Muay Thai training.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-65799512708371764332009-05-19T15:45:00.002-04:002009-05-21T14:44:56.679-04:00

Now available - Sang H. Kim's latest book COMPLETE KICKING: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO KICKS FOR MARTIAL ARTS SELF-DEFENSE & COMBAT SPORTS. Learn over 40 kicks, including the purpose of the kick, key points to pay attention to when practicing, step-by-step execution of the kick, the best targets for each kick, applications for sport fighting and self-defense, plus the most common kicking mistakes and

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-17802160707580146252009-05-05T11:49:00.001-04:002009-05-05T11:50:41.307-04:00

Mark Wyler and Eric Murray give you an introduction to drawing and handling the expandable straight baton in this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-65168614629822234852009-04-29T13:43:00.000-04:002009-04-29T13:45:08.625-04:00

In this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast, Muay Thai coach and retired fighter Kumron Vaitayanon shows you how to wrap your hands for Muay Thai training.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-33497130526040561962009-04-29T13:42:00.001-04:002009-04-29T13:43:15.944-04:00

This new website indexes and reviews martial art instructional videos.

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Athletic Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Specialist Trish Bare explains and demonstrates how to tape the knee to alleviate the pain of Jumper's knee for martial arts training and other sports.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-75087340825400643602009-04-22T11:01:00.001-04:002009-04-22T11:03:01.432-04:00

Officer Keith Livingston teaches a defense against a forward knife thrust in this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-44879795687379948702009-04-16T15:44:00.001-04:002009-04-16T15:45:06.017-04:00

Steve Scott's latest book is hot off the presses. Tap Out Textbook: Ultimate Guide to Submissions for Grappling is a massive guide to submissions. Learn hundreds of ways to make an opponent tap in virtually every situation. This book is huge - 480 pages and over 1900 photos. Grab a copy and hit the mat!

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-6883232187914666582009-04-06T14:49:00.001-04:002009-04-06T14:51:17.168-04:00

Sang H. Kim teaches a defense and pressure point takedown against an attacker with a blunt weapon in this week's Martial Art Technique of the Week podcast.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-73994536708492395892009-04-03T13:54:00.002-04:002009-04-03T14:01:46.338-04:00

Amazon.com has released 5 new martial arts video on demand titles:Solo Training for Martial ArtsKickboxing: Advanced TrainingTae Kwon Do DrillsTaekwondo Training in KoreaUltimate Flexibility: Stretching for Martial ArtsSee all of the martial arts video on demand titles

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-25434904505078348012009-04-03T13:53:00.001-04:002009-04-23T12:24:51.883-04:00

Law Enforcement training instructors Mark Wyler and Eric Murray teach an effective pressure point strike to take out a assailant who grabs or rushes you. This instructional segment is taken from the Police Safety and Survival DVD.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-59481348508454756302009-04-01T13:21:00.001-04:002009-04-01T13:22:31.145-04:00

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Retired Muay Thai fighter and coach Master K teaches you how to deliver a knee strike from the clinch in this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-34800207356872939952009-03-30T15:04:00.004-04:002009-04-23T12:19:26.269-04:00

There's a new sample video lesson for the Police Ground Combat DVD: Heavy Bag Training for Groundfighting

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-29400634439218243432009-03-19T11:41:00.000-04:002009-03-19T11:42:45.364-04:00

Author Noah Knapp gives you a crash course in the basic principles of kung fu grappling, chin na and core seeking in this new article posted in the training tips library at www.turtlepress.com: Kung Fu Chin Na Grappling Basics

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The latest Turtle Press title from Sifu Noah Knapp is now available: KUNG FU GRAPPLING is a concise guide to the self-defense locks, throws and takedowns of kung fu. Sifu Noah Knapp introduces you to the concepts essential to kung fu grappling: Chin Na, non-resistance, core seeking, touch sensitivity, positioning and the manipulation of circles.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-21054092606787075002009-03-13T12:18:00.002-04:002009-04-23T12:22:54.448-04:00

We've posted some sample lessons from the following DVDs:Short Stick Fundamentals and Patterns DVD - Short Stick Straight Strike DefenseSecrets of Breaking DVD - Elbow Strike Board BreakJujitsu DVD - Escape from the Closed GuardPolice Combat Tactics - Defense Against a Club StrikeNunchaku DVD - Nunchaku Lateral StrikeJust scroll down to the bottom of the product description to watch the sample

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-78658339729801634182009-02-16T12:50:00.025-05:002009-02-16T13:48:23.474-05:00

Some more new martial arts video downloads have just become available at Amazon.com. Download or watch instantly:MARTIAL ART TRAINING VIDEOS:Power BreathingBoxing Fundamentals77 Fun and Exciting Martial Arts DrillsThe Secrets of BreakingUltimate Kicking DrillsMMA TRAINING VIDEOS:Jujitsu FundamentalsJujitsu SubmissionsComplete Kickboxing 1: The EssentialsMuay Thai KnockoutMauy Thai Fights Volume

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-9011418149295947412009-02-10T13:30:00.001-05:002009-02-10T13:32:04.805-05:00

In this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week Podcast, Sang H. Kim teaches the taekwondo spinning whip kick. This instructional segment is taken from the Complete Kicking DVD available at www.TurtlePress.com

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-17392363463261276422009-02-09T14:40:00.002-05:002009-02-09T14:44:30.527-05:00

Just in - Mark Mireles and Loren W. Christensen's new book: STREET STOPPERS: The Martial Arts Most Devastating Trips Sweeps and Throws for Real Fighting. Street Stoppers is your guide to the martial arts' most devastating trips, sweeps and throws. Mark Mireles has combined his knowledge of wrestling and jujitsu with his many years of experience as a member of the LAPD to put together this

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-48260458240279372292009-02-06T12:32:00.008-05:002009-02-06T13:04:35.401-05:00

New martial arts video on demand titles at Amazon.com:TAEKWONDOBeginner TaekwondoComplete Tae Kwon Do KickingTae Kwon Do Step Sparring and Hand SkillsComplete Taekwondo Sparring Volume 2Complete Taekwondo Sparring Volume 1Tae Kwon Do Aerokicks100 Taekwondo Sparring Scoring TechniquesTaekwondo Black Belt PoomseSELF-DEFENSEPolice Survival: Kubaton, Pressure Points, Handgun RetentionAdvanced Knife

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-69728593714304516512009-02-04T12:36:00.000-05:002009-02-04T12:37:49.082-05:00

We've posted a new article in the Martial Arts Training Tips section of the Turtle Press website: Basic Elements of Throws for Self-defense excerpted from the new book STREET STOPPERS: The Martial Arts Most Devastating Trips Sweeps and Throws for Real Fighting by LAPD officer and throwing expert Mark Mireles and martial artist and author Loren W. Christensen.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-44899876656505449252009-02-02T12:38:00.000-05:002009-02-02T12:40:04.459-05:00

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-81507471173132504862009-01-30T11:17:00.003-05:002009-01-30T11:20:59.986-05:00

Drills for Grapplers, Steve Scott's training guide for combat sport practitioners, is mentioned in the January/February issue of FightSport magazine.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-3646574751945947272009-01-28T12:58:00.000-05:002009-01-28T12:59:16.244-05:00

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Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-50807475803700072562009-01-26T12:36:00.001-05:002009-01-26T12:37:46.388-05:00

In this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast, Athletic Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Specialist Trish Bare explains and demonstrates how to tape the knee to alleviate the pain of Jumper's knee for martial arts training.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-56995507474919203582009-01-23T17:39:00.000-05:002009-01-23T17:40:48.416-05:00

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-62665695438004390662009-01-21T18:36:00.002-05:002009-01-21T18:42:52.300-05:00

Our Police instructional videos are now available through Amazon.com's video on demand store. Get these popular titles instantly delivered to your computer, TV, phone or mp3 players:

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Have a Kindle electronic reader? Get instant access to Turtle Press martial arts books for the Kindle!Turtle Press has partnered with Amazon.com to publish our complete line of martial arts books for the Kindle electronic book format. If you have a Kindle reader, now you can instantly buy and download Turtle Press books.

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Check out this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week Podcast - a pressure point strike to stop an assailant who is pushing or rushing you.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-56192754802443824652009-01-05T15:55:00.002-05:002009-04-23T12:28:07.234-04:00

In this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast, Jujtisu instructor Jimmy Kodzis teaches you a fundamental escape from the closed guard.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-60940405441701265222008-12-29T13:57:00.002-05:002009-04-23T12:28:47.312-04:00

In this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week Podcast, Sensei Mike Reeves teaches a basic Karate board breaking technique - the horizontal elbow strike.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-66274991690356503342008-12-17T14:35:00.000-05:002008-12-17T14:36:27.542-05:00

We've just posted a new article by army anti-terrorism instructor Robert Deatherage Jr: Surviving a Terrorist Airplane Hijacking. These are potentially lifesaving tips and well worth reviewing if you travel by air. For more detailed instruction, check out Deatherage's book Terrorism Awareness: Understanding the Threat and How You Can Protect Yourself.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-76773307419270136322008-12-15T13:25:00.000-05:002008-12-15T13:26:41.818-05:00

Training officer Lieutenant Kevin Dillon teaches simple but effective defenses against an attacker armed with a stick or club. Learn how to defuse, disarm and immoblize a potentially dangerous assailant with this tactic used by police officers every day on the street. This instructional segment is taken from the Police Combat Tactics 2 DVD at www.TurtlePress.comWatch this week's Martial Arts

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We've just posted a new article in the martial arts training tips library: Sendo-Ryu Karate-Do Philosophy and Sparring Classifications. Emeric Arus, author of Sendo-Ryu Karate-do: The Way of Initiative book, explains the philosophy of Karate and the types of sparring normally taught in karate classes.

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In this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week Podcast, Sang H. Kim teaches you how to execute taekwondo's aero (or jumping) roundhouse kick - a great technique for board breaking demos.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-48423559407914848312008-12-03T18:45:00.000-05:002008-12-03T18:48:44.927-05:00

We've just released a new book by Professor Emeric Arus - Sendo-Ryu Karate-Do: The Way of Initiative. The book takes a traditional approach to Karate, teaching important elements like Kihon (basics), Kumite and Kata, as well as training methods and tips, injury prevention and a training plan for preparing for competition. Soke Emeric Arus brings over 30 years of experience in Karate to this

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-25230675030307281422008-11-24T16:47:00.000-05:002008-11-24T16:48:55.194-05:00

In this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week Podcast, learn to defend against a knife-wielding assailant when the fight goes to the ground. In this seemingly hopeless scenario, your assialant has you in a headlock and pinned on the ground with a knife to your throat - learn a last-ditch escape technique that could save your life.

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-81411998637504811112008-11-19T13:10:00.000-05:002008-11-19T13:12:49.860-05:00

We've added another payment method - now you can use your Google Checkout account to pay for your martial arts books and DVDS at www.TurtlePress.com

Turtle Pressnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18608998.post-72355402219635544332008-11-18T11:57:00.000-05:002008-11-18T12:09:01.686-05:00

In this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast, Sang H. Kim teaches a basic step-in gooseneck wrist lock to a takedown that can be used to restrain an uncooperative person in a nonlethal situation. Get the feed or subscribe at iTunes.

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