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# The Art and Science of Stick Fighting: Complete Instructional Guide (Martial Science)

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Review: If you are a stick fighter or want to learn stick fighting, add this book to your library! - Master Joe Varady’s Art and Science of Stick Fighting is a fantastic follow-up to his excellent Art and Science of Staff Fighting. Like his previous book, Joe takes a methodical and well-thought-out approach to fighting with the short stick. Joe is one of the most passionate martial artists I have ever met, and his enthusiasm is clearly evident in this book. The book is clearly organized, starting with a history of stick fighting and warming up and cooling down (a very important aspect that is often overlooked). Joe then divides stick fighting into nine levels, covering basics on footwork and strikes, long range strategy, middle range offense and defense, close range infighting, defense against other weapons, and empty hand defense against the stick. He includes many drills and details on building training equipment to help reinforce the concepts being described. Throughout the book, Joe provides brief discussion on the physics of stick handling and human physiology that gives the reader a deeper understanding of why a certain strike, lock, or disarm works. You can clearly tell he has thoroughly researched all aspects of stick fighting and has done an amazing job of translating such a dynamic subject to print. Photos are clear and include step-by-step descriptions for each frame. This book should be considered required reading for anyone interested in weapons training in the martial arts. - Mark Brandenburg, 4th degree black belt, Cuong Nhu Martial Arts, Head Instructor of Kim Hiep Si Dojo, University of Central Florida, Orlando
Review: Great Resource - While it helps to have some familiarity with stick or sword fighting, to get the full benefit of this book it's very good. While not perfect (nothing is), it full of useful/practical stuff. I am using the techniques described with a cane, rather than a kali stick. Thanks ADA. Clearly described techniques, useful photos and well organized. I honestly haven't seen any books on stick fighting that are better. "The Art and Science of Stick Fighting" might be the only book you need. The author includes plans for build-it-yourself training aides. Easy to put together and CHEAP to build, definitely a bonus. Add Kelly Wordon's and Michael Janich's videos and you will be on the path to a solid self defense plan.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #734,028 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #79 in Fencing (Books) #499 in Martial Arts (Books) #854 in Hiking & Camping Instructional Guides |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (404) |
| Dimensions  | 7.25 x 0.75 x 9.5 inches |
| ISBN-10  | 1594397333 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1594397332 |
| Item Weight  | 1 pounds |
| Language  | English |
| Part of series  | Martial Science |
| Print length  | 272 pages |
| Publication date  | March 1, 2020 |
| Publisher  | YMAA Publication Center |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you are a stick fighter or want to learn stick fighting, add this book to your library!
*by M***G on March 14, 2020*

Master Joe Varady’s Art and Science of Stick Fighting is a fantastic follow-up to his excellent Art and Science of Staff Fighting. Like his previous book, Joe takes a methodical and well-thought-out approach to fighting with the short stick. Joe is one of the most passionate martial artists I have ever met, and his enthusiasm is clearly evident in this book. The book is clearly organized, starting with a history of stick fighting and warming up and cooling down (a very important aspect that is often overlooked). Joe then divides stick fighting into nine levels, covering basics on footwork and strikes, long range strategy, middle range offense and defense, close range infighting, defense against other weapons, and empty hand defense against the stick. He includes many drills and details on building training equipment to help reinforce the concepts being described. Throughout the book, Joe provides brief discussion on the physics of stick handling and human physiology that gives the reader a deeper understanding of why a certain strike, lock, or disarm works. You can clearly tell he has thoroughly researched all aspects of stick fighting and has done an amazing job of translating such a dynamic subject to print. Photos are clear and include step-by-step descriptions for each frame. This book should be considered required reading for anyone interested in weapons training in the martial arts. - Mark Brandenburg, 4th degree black belt, Cuong Nhu Martial Arts, Head Instructor of Kim Hiep Si Dojo, University of Central Florida, Orlando

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Resource
*by J***N on July 9, 2021*

While it helps to have some familiarity with stick or sword fighting, to get the full benefit of this book it's very good. While not perfect (nothing is), it full of useful/practical stuff. I am using the techniques described with a cane, rather than a kali stick. Thanks ADA. Clearly described techniques, useful photos and well organized. I honestly haven't seen any books on stick fighting that are better. "The Art and Science of Stick Fighting" might be the only book you need. The author includes plans for build-it-yourself training aides. Easy to put together and CHEAP to build, definitely a bonus. Add Kelly Wordon's and Michael Janich's videos and you will be on the path to a solid self defense plan.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome book
*by W***D on September 5, 2021*

Especially fine writing,photos easily followed. This book could be useful for beginners.

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