Ultimate Bo, also known as American Style Bojutsu, is the world’s first complete white to black belt officially recognized bo training style. This 2 DVD set covers the yellow chevron level of material, which is the first belt level in Ultimate Bo. This is the ultimate starting place for anyone wanting to master the bo staff, in a common sense step-by-step method. This style is rooted in Okinawan bojutsu, but also includes realistic combat bo techniques in the training system. You will learn: Introduction & Basics - About the Ultimate Bo style, the training sections, how to choose the right bo, choosing the correct size bo. Traditional Techniques - Holding the bo, stances, overhead front strike, 4 point combo, front thrust, reverse thrust, uppercut, overhead strikes, and blocks. Bo Kata 1 - Learn the first kata in the style, which integrates an array of powerful strikes, smooth footwork transitions, within a simplistic pattern. Demonstrated full speed, then sections #1-5 are instructed individually, along with a full kata follow along, and a full kata follow along from the back view. Combat Bo - Fighting grips, stances, positions, and footwork. The foundational necessities of learning how to spar/fight with the staff. Complete Follow Along Class - Includes a complete follow along class, just like coming to one of Sensei Michael’s bo classes. Start with a bo warm up, move into traditional technique drills, a combat bo section, and end with a cool down and stretch. 3 hours of HD quality instruction filmed in our newly built state-of-the-art dojo. DVDs work in players Worldwide.
P**L
Good dvd
Love staff workouts this great need to get the next level
M**N
Four Stars
ok bat not for quarterstaff
A**N
save my life
its an awesome class i feel like i am in a class. and i can say this beginner course helped me get away from a mugging using a broken broom handle in the alley.
A**R
Five Stars
No problems
S**E
Five Stars
So far my son loves it.
S**T
Five Stars
Great instructional video.
M**N
An excellent instructional video, no matter what the subject
You wouldn't think a video would work here, but it does. It does it very well. The production values are high--the set is pleasant w/o being over staged, the sound is clear, and the lighting w/o shadow. The camera never calls attention to itself. As much as possible, you feel as though you are in the company of the Sensei. An excellent instructional video, no matter what the subjectSensei Michael Hodge is a natural instructor. His narration is articulate and fluid, and he speaks w/o hesitation or verbal tics. His 25 minute class might have two or three cuts in its entire length, lending itself to the feeling that he is there with you. His attitude is calm, thoughtful, and supportive. The instruction moves a pretty good clip--there is a lot of instruction here, but all of it is presented clearly, at different angles and speeds. I'm a complete beginner, but I never feel overwhelmed.
A**R
Well worth it for anyone interested in martial arts.
I've been very interested in martial arts for as long as I can remember, but classes are expensive and living in the city can make it hard to get back and forth from classes. I started searching online and came across Global Martial Arts University and discovered the Ultimate Bo course. I have to say, I'd never considered studying bo staff as a martial art, but I am glad that I ended up signing up. The instruction is very clear and easy to follow and the art itself is great. There is a very healthy mix of traditional and modern technique. There is even a very practical self-defense aspect to it. The dvd set is exactly what you'd get from the online course, it's all the same material. Honestly, for the cost it's great. There's lots of bo staff stuff out there, but this is the only complete bo staff course I've ever come across.
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