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The leading UK martial arts magazine, Martial Arts Illustrated is one that won’t back down from a fight. This straight-talking magazine is absolutely packed with content, and will keep the attention of any martial arts enthusiast for hours. Inside you’ll find all the latest martial arts news and coverage of the different fighting scenes, as well as illustrated (hence the title) guides to performing different moves from different disciples, be that Karate, Kung-fu, Tae Kwon Do, Kickboxing or any of the many other styles and techniques. Where this mag really excels is in the many insightful and revealing interviews with martial arts experts, giving you a taste of the dedication and lifestyle of a professional.Product DescriptionBruce Lee’s Wing Chun YearsAndrew Staton takes a look at the life and film career of a young Bruce Lee in the ‘Wing Chun Years’.Bruce Lee DocumentariesAndrew Staton chronicles the documentaries made of the life and legend of the ‘Little Dragon’ Bruce Lee.The Jedi ReturnsMAI Editor Bob Sykes talks to Kevin Brewerton about his career in martial arts and those legendary battles.Heian Sandan KataOliver Willison demonstrates the familiar reference points which make up Kata Heian Sandan.Martial Artist of the MonthThis month’s ‘Martial Artist of the Month’ is Ben Spencer of the Sheffield Dragons.Stay Safe!Martin Brown and Peter Mogridge look at ‘deindividuation’ the key to understanding why group attacks are far more extreme in nature than a one-to-one fight..IMPACTNuclear footballs, extraterrestrial menace, armageddon, terrorists and assassination attempts… Impact examines the role of the President.Jeet Kune Do InvestigatedChris Kent looks at JKD, perceived as one of the top brands of martial arts, not just in the US but around the world.AikidoBob Jones 7th Dan continues with ‘Serving Your Apprenticeship’ looking at Stages three, four and five.Nuts & BoltsMAI looks at the disarming and incapacitating repertoire of ‘Seitei Tanjo’ based on a number of Japanese stick skills using three lengths of stick.style in FocusIn this month’s style In Focus, Oliver Sykes looks at the art of Kung Fu.Odette RussellAndrea Harkins meets Grandmaster Odette Russell and finds out how she plans to impact the world through the SWAM Martial Arts System for Women.Mike IldertonBob Sykes interviews ‘journeyman’ Mike Ilderton who talks about his enjoyment and inspiration for martial arts throughout a career spanning over 60 years.Kelvin AlleyneAlfie Lewis talks to fellow ‘Kizuna Knight’ Kelvin Alleyne to discuss the traditional and competitive sides to martial arts.Wayne and Sue BakerCara Bryan meets Wayne and Sue Baker of SESMA, experts in Anti-Bullying, Personal Safety and Life-Skills.Self-DefenceKevin Stringer explains why it is so important to target your training towards the reality of the street, where rules don’t exist.Peak PerformanceRia Capik looks at improving your martial arts by taking your shoulders to the next level.Kung Fu KitchenKwoklyn Wan rustles up some spring treats using ingredients that are at best during March and April.English | HQ PDF | 124 pages | 97.8 MBhttp://www.maionline.co.uk/