An eye-opening introduction to the topic of personal self-defence and the system of Wing Tsun Kung Fu. Forget about learning flying kicks à la Jackie Chan! And don’t imagine that you’re a dead duck when attacked because you are too small, too weak, too young or too clumsy to evade a rapist, robber or murderer.
According to self-defense expert Ralph Haenel, a real-life attack does not include the referee, time-outs, rules and fairness that people become accustomed to when approaching martial arts as a sport.
Haenel, for over 20 years teaching Wing Tsun Kung Fu, offers guidelines that enable people of any age, size or physical ability to prevent attacks and escape from harm when threatened. Find the answers to many questions like “Is age, gender, talent or condition an issue?”.
Enjoy a journey of discovery how self-defense training creates powerful self-confidence, along with encouraging motivation, activating and improving your physical resources.
Rediscover Your World – SAFE!
The Reality of Self-Defense! What martial arts schools won't tell you.
by Ralph Haenel
330 pages; paperback; 8.5x11; black and white photos and illustrations; $23.64 US
Excerpt
The unique concept of this book is the combination of its thorough lessons, including point-by-point listings dealing with specific attackers, and the real-life vignettes as told by instructors and masters of the art of self-defense.
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Reviews for "The Reality of Self-Defense! What martial arts schools won't tell you."
Reviewed by Lisa D'Angelo, Book Review Cafe
2/23/2003
Thinking about taking self-defense classes with a personal trainer, or taking lessons in a studio? Well it's easier and better than ever with Haenel's book.
Reviewed by Jennie S. Bev, Book Review Club
2/23/2003
Thanks for writing such a much-needed book in this age of crime and terror!
Reviewed by Mridu Khullar, WritersCrossing Review
2/23/2003
An extremely informative book, ... The author writes in an easy-to-understand, conversational style and takes your hand as he guides you to the theories and concepts behind the techniques of self-defense.
Reviewed by James A. Cox, Midwest Book Review
2/23/2003
A superbly organized "how to" manual.
If you are considering acquiring an ability to defend yourself and your loved ones in today's hazardous and uncertain world, then begin with a careful and considered reading of Ralph Haenel's book!
Reviewed by Beth M. Cason, Foreword Reviews
2/23/2003
Self-Defense Help If You Aren't Jackie Chan.
For anyone searching for a realistic self-defense system, Haenel’s book is an invaluable source of information.
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