The Essence of Budo

The Essence of Budo – a Practitioner’s Guide to Understanding the Japanese Martial Ways by Dave Lowry

The study of budo or Japanese martial arts for self-cultivation is a lifelong path toward achieving perfect balance in body mind and spirit. Here Dave Lowry who has pursued that path for over forty years addresses the myriad issues vagaries and inconsistencies that arise for students of karate-do judo kendo aikido iaido and other Japanese martial arts—classical and modern—as their training develops including:

• What students and teachers should expect from each other

• The meaning of rank

• The importance of cardiovascular fitness in the martial arts

• How to correctly and sensitively practice with someone less experienced than yourself

• How to practice as you age

• The responsibilities that come with seniority and increasing skill

• The importance of etiquette and decorum in budo

• How to train with children



Lowry also gives practical advice on improving structural integrity in posture and movement; focusing under stress; stances and preparatory actions before engaging with an opponent; and telling a good teacher from a bad one. Both beginning and advanced students of Japanese martial arts will appreciate Lowry’s take on the real issues and experiences that they encounter in practice.

Your Price: $25.00
Giri Club Price: $22.50

Out of stock