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Whether your goal is your next belt, competition or personal mastery, Advanced Taekwon-Do Kicks will equip you with the knowledge, confidence and physical tools to kick higher, faster and smarter.More than a technical manual – this book is a must-have companion for every martial artist committed to mastering the art of Taekwon-Do kicking at the highest level. Advanced Taekwon-Do Kicks is your definitive how-to guide to the dynamic and challenging kicking techniques required to progress from blue to black belt. Packed with full-colour, step-by-step illustrations and expert instruction, this book is designed for serious martial artists ready to refine their skills and unleash their full potential. International competitor and experienced instructor Sally Gleaves shares her decades of experience to help you perfect advanced Taekwon-Do kicks with confidence, control and explosive impact. But this isn’t just about technique; this is a holistic blueprint for peak performance. Whether you struggle with flexibility or want to sharpen your edge for competition, this book will empower you to train smarter, move better and kick stronger.

Building on the success of his acclaimed Wing Chun series, Sifu Shaun Rawcliffe presents his most comprehensive and advanced guide yet. Mastering Wing Chun Kung Fu is written for practitioners who already have a foundation in the art and want to refine, deepen and expand their skills with expert-level coaching and real-world insights.DRAWING ON MORE than 45 years of experience as both instructor and practitioner, Shaun moves beyond technical descriptions to deliver practical lessons that come alive through demonstration, explanation and application. With over 100 photographs and illustrations, detailed form analysis and training drills, this book equips martial artists with the tools to assess their own practice, sharpen their techniques and share knowledge with others.Inside, discover: The three classical empty-hand forms revisited with expanded explanations, applications and training methods, Core principles such as centreline theory, triangulation and elbow energy, explained with clarity and practicality, Drills, Chi Sau training and realistic approaches to kicking and striking, Advanced insights into using Wing Chun beyond the classroom, including awareness, reaction management and peripheral vision, Exclusive new material on ground fighting, plus introductory chapters on wooden dummy and weapons training as tasters for Shaun’s specialist works.If you’re looking for a deeper understanding, Mastering Wing Chun Kung Fu provides the principles, coaching tips and training strategies to elevate your practice.