Discover the art of traditional Shotokan karate with the 5 DVD set featuring Tom Muzila, a renowned instructor and direct pupil of Sensei Tsutomu Ohshima, one of the world's leading contemporary disciples of Gichin Funakoshi's Okinawan Shotokan karate. This comprehensive series presents the techniques, forms, and strategies that make Shotokan karate a highly effective combat art. Tom Muzila, known for his exceptional physical and mental stamina, endurance, and impressive records, shares his expertise as an instructor and adviser to law-enforcement and the military in tactics, weapons, and defense.

The 5 DVD set covers a wide range of topics, starting with Volume 1, which focuses on warm-up exercises, stretching, blocking, and kicking techniques, providing a solid foundation for further learning. Volume 2 expands on blocking and counter combinations, introducing two-step combinations, the horse stance, step-up and shuffle combinations, as well as striking techniques, and includes instruction on the katas Heian 1 and 2.

As you progress through the series, Volume 3 delves into Ippon and Sanbon Kumite, one-time engagements with kicks, elbows, and knees for close-in combat, and explores katas Heian 3, 4, and 5. Volume 4 takes it to the next level with three-time engagements, angular moves, Kiai concentration, and quick attacks, while also covering the katas Bassai and Kanku.

The final volume, Volume 5, offers advanced techniques, kicking combinations, and instruction on the katas Tekki 1, 2, and 3, as well as the Tenno kata. Throughout the series, Tom Muzila's expert guidance and demonstrations provide a clear and comprehensive understanding of traditional Shotokan karate.

With a total running time of over 4.5 hours, this 5 DVD set is an invaluable resource for martial artists, instructors, and enthusiasts alike, offering a unique opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced practitioner, this series provides a wealth of knowledge and insight into the art of traditional Shotokan karate.

Get ready to elevate your skills and understanding of traditional Shotokan karate with this exceptional 5 DVD set, presented by Empire Books. As a valuable addition to your martial arts library, this series is an investment in your development as a practitioner, instructor, or enthusiast of traditional Shotokan karate.