New Article: Karate Philosophy and Sparring

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.

New Podcast - Taekwondo Aero Roundhouse Kick

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.

New Book: Sendo-Ryu Karate-do

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 comprehensive new book.

Technique of the Week: Knife Defense

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.

Google Checkout at TurtlePress.com

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

New Podcast - Step-in Wrist Lock

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.

Ssang Bong Double Sticks article

Learn more about the techniques and concepts of Sang H. Kim's style of double stick martial arts - the Ssang Bong - in this new Ssang Bong Double Stick article on the official Junsado website.

New DVD: Shotokan Karate Kihon

We're excited to be able to offer this new Shotokan Karate Kihon DVD. Learn the fundamentals (kihon) of Shotokan Karate from one of the greatest living karate masters - Hirokazu Kanazawa.

New Podcast: Nunchaku Lateral Strike

In this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week Podcast, instructor Young Kil Song teaches the basic lateral strike with the nunchaku. Get the feed or subscribe through iTunes.

New DVD: Heavy Bag Workout DVD

New DVD just in: Learn how to use the basic techniques of boxing and kickboxing for heavy bag training. On the Heavy Bag Training for Boxing and Kickboxing DVD, European kickboxing champion Bernie Willems teaches you how to train basic punches, kicks and defensive skills on the heavy bag, giving you tips on perfecting each skill while you get a hard hitting workout.

New Podcast: Defense Against a Push

New Martial Arts Technique of the Week Podcast - Sang H. Kim teaches practical defenses against a push from behind. Get the Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast feed or subscribe through iTunes.

Rave Reviews for Vital Point Strikes book

Sang H. Kim's Vital Point Strikes book has been getting rave reviews. Here are some excerpts:

"Let's be clear, I've reviewed other vital point striking books in the past and hated them. This one is GREAT. It's realistic, EXTREMELY technical, uses an eastern and western explanation and is applicable. "
Read the full review at www.ko-reviews.com

"Based on over 30 years experience in the martial arts and in-depth research, Master Sang H. Kim has created one of the most complete books available on the art and science of vital point striking. "
Read the full review in the December issue of MASuccess

New DVD: Telescopic Baton

Just in - Telescopic Baton for Police and Security Forces DVD. On this DVD, Instructor Florian Lahner presents skills for civilians who want to use the baton as a tool for self-defense, for martial artists who would like to extend their skill set and for professional security or police officers who use the telescopic baton on the job. You'll learn to use the telescopic baton in both the open and closed positions against a variety of common attacks, as well as how and when to open the baton effectively in a confrontation.

Zen Man Movie - only $9.95 at TurtlePress.com

TurtlePress.com has the classic martial arts movie Zen Man for half off right now - get the 2-disc deluxe DVD set for only $9.95 while supplies last!

New Podcast: Defense against Knife Thrust Attack

In today's Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast, Sang H. Kim teaches a knife defense technique against a low thrusting knife attack. Get the podcast feed or subscribe to the Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast at iTunes.

Sang H. Kim's Website

Sang H. Kim, author of Turtle Press books including the popular Vital Point Strikes book, has a new official website. If you're a fan of Sang H. Kim's martial arts books and DVDs, check out his site for more info on his background and future plans plus martial arts instructional and demonstration videos.

Official Sang H. Kim website

New Podcast: Intro to the Sai

In this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week, Sensei Mike Reeves introduces you to a traditional Japanese weapon - the sai. Subscribe to the Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast at iTunes or get the feed at http://www.turtlepress.com/public/podcast/podcast.xml

NEW: Martial Arts Calligraphy Posters

Our most popular Chinese and Korean Calligraphy is now available on high quality 18" x 24" posters - an excellent way to show your martial spirit or a unique gift for your favorite martial artist! We have just released the following posters:

Chinese Calligraphy Poster Tao - Do - The Way

Korean Calligraphy Poster Tae Kwon Do

Chinese Calligraphy Poster Moodo - Budo - Martial Way

Chinese Calligraphy Poster Hapki - Aiki -Unifying Energy

Korean Calligraphy Poster Jinri - Truth

Technique of the Week: Taekwondo Sparring Combination

In this week's Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast, Instructor Sang H. Kim teaches an effective feinting combination using back kick and roundhouse to score against a counterattacking opponent. Get the feed or subscribe to the Martial Arts Technique of the Week podcast through iTunes.

NEW DVD: Jang Bong Long Stick Forms

Sang H. Kim has created 5 challenging forms for the Jang Bong long stick on his new DVD, Jang Bong Long Stick Forms. Here's a preview of the DVD: