Practical Kung-Fu Street Defense: 100 Ways to Stop an Attacker in Five Moves or Less [Paperback]

Waysun "Johnny" Tsai (Author), Paula Lazarz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 2008

Kung Fu's power lies in teaching a practitioner to defend himself against impossible odds and fearful situations. Now, internationally renowned Master Waysun Johnny Tsai shares his practical and effective street-defense techniques. In these pages discover the same techniques Master Tsai has personally taught to more than 3,000 students in more than 21 years. Master Tsai's eighth degree black sash is certified and recognized on two continents. The study of Shaolin Kung Fu traditionally leads to a better understanding of violence and consequently how to avoid conflict. However, in today's uncertain world, a student may find himself faced with an attacker that cannot be avoided. Master Tsai can prepare both novices and experienced martial arts enthusiasts to focus on their goal of personal safety and to stop an attacker as fast and as furiously as possible. With detailed, step-by-step photos, Master Tsai helps you understand and control combat distances and defense angles. You will be able to read your attacker's moves to protect yourself, block the assault, and stun or cripple the aggressor.

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About the Author

Master Waysun Johnny Tsai is the chief U.S. representative for the Tsai Family Shaolin Chuan Fa Kung Fu system. He currently holds an eighth degree black sash in both the Tsai Family system and the Tai Kit Kuen system. He has been featured on the cover of several international publications, including Inside Kung Fu magazine and Art of the Warrior magazine. He has authored two combat Kung Fu DVDs. He owns and operates his own school in the southern suburbs of Chicago and serves as the curriculum advisor to five other Tsai Family Shaolin Chuan Fa system's certified schools.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Triumph Books (June 1, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1600780822
• ISBN-13: 978-1600780820
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,277,895 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The real deal, June 18, 2009

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Daniel J. Skrzypek (Salem, WI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Practical Kung-Fu Street Defense: 100 Ways to Stop an Attacker in Five Moves or Less (Paperback)

Having trained under his system since I was a little kid, it is great to see his teachings published. Great book with nice photos of each technique. Do not hesitate to buy this. Every martial artist should have this in their library.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Many Applications, December 30, 2009

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Jerry Gronsky - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Practical Kung-Fu Street Defense: 100 Ways to Stop an Attacker in Five Moves or Less (Paperback)

This is an excellent text, with more than 200 pages of photographs displaying applications that combine techniques. Among the early chapters are discussions of combat ranges, telegraphs, striking and blocking. The chapter discussing the Warrior Mentality is particularly valuable (e.g., "respond with more ferocity when a loved one is threatened.").

I considered a 4-star rating with:
a) the absence of chapters for Defense against a Gun and Defense against a Club and Defense from the Ground;
b) the medium-fidelity monochrome photographs;
c) minimal discussion of the legal consequences of street defense - a controversial topic; and
d) inadequate warnings about potential self-inflicted injuries resulting from the face punches and head butts that Johnny demonstrates - another controversial topic.

However, this is a treasure chest of "down and dirty" applications that could save your life when you least expect an attack.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Decent, but not great..., January 9, 2010

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Anthony C. David - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Practical Kung-Fu Street Defense: 100 Ways to Stop an Attacker in Five Moves or Less (Paperback)

I'm glad I bought this used, because it's not worth the "new" price tag. The book itself gives a bit of useful beginner information and does ok in showing basics, though there are other books that do that and cost a bit less. What I really dislike about this book is how it tries to sell itself as a "realistic" self defense book and then goes on to show multiple encounters where the attacker makes one offensive move then stands there frozen while the author unleashes multiple strikes, kicks, ect. The camouflage kung fu uniform was also pretty gaudy, but that's just me.