Customer Reviews

The Tonfa: An Extension of the Mind and Body [VHS]

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To begin with, this video is a only 26 minutes long ! The first 10 minutes consist of the self-proclaimed master sitting in a chair talking to an interviewer. He then does about 10 minutes of demonstration moves, not organized into kata and all seen from the front at full speed (worthless for the learner). He proceeds to do a nonstop sequence seen only from the front at full speed, with some cheesy music and voice over, and then repeats this same sorry look-at-me ego trip. One of the worst instructional tapes I have ever seen, and I've been a martial artist for over 20 years. Basically a vanity production with zero learning value and a total waste of your money. Buyer beware!

From the "american bicentennial" patch on his gi to the disco hair, this is obviously a time capsule from the 80s and not an instructional tape. If you dont fall over laughing at the glow-in-the-dark ending you should seek help. Actually anyone buying this should seek help, as they wont get any from this guy. What you do learn is that the path to success consists of (1) declaring yourself a master and (2) selling your 20minute tape to the gullible. Hmm, maybe hes not so dumb after all.

This vhs,informs a user of the tonfa how to use this incredible martial art weapon to it's fullest. Doesn't matter about skill level, this video shows step by step movements and positioning. This vhs taught me alot about using the tonfa! I encourage the purchase of this product immensly! i Love it!!! :-)

This book is an excellent reference for understanding the history and philosophy of the martial arts. It also provides examples and descriptions of numerous kata and practical self-defense techniques.