Sai: Karate Weapon of Self-Defense

The basics of sai anatomy, history, and technique are presented in this critically acclaimed vintage text that demonstrates a variety of warm-up, gripping, handling, flipping, striking, blocking, and sparring techniquesas well as footwork, stances, and combinationsthrough detailed photographic sequences and illustrations. The author’s clear and concise explanations foster an understanding of the weapon as an extension of the body, making this a perfect book for the new martial artist or for the veteran seeking to expand his or her repertoire.