--- product_id: 42132478 title: "Karate Science: Dynamic Movement (Martial Science)" price: "133.34 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/42132478-karate-science-dynamic-movement-martial-science store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Karate Science: Dynamic Movement (Martial Science) **Price:** 133.34 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Karate Science: Dynamic Movement (Martial Science) - **How much does it cost?** 133.34 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/42132478-karate-science-dynamic-movement-martial-science) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Dynamics, motion, sensation...they are karate's connective tissue―and they are the heart of this book. Karate Science: Dynamic Movement will help you understand the mechanics of the human body. Swanson describes these principles in incredible detail, drawing on examples from several styles of karate, as well as aikido, taekwondo, and judo. Whatever your martial background, applying this knowledge will make your techniques better, stronger, and faster. Understand the major types of techniques, including their outward appearances and internal feelings. Master the core principles behind these feelings. Learn the biomechanics and dynamics of core movement. Karate Science: Dynamic Movement is filled with examples, anecdotes, and beautiful illustrations. Although Shotokan karate is the author's frame of reference, the principles of human mechanics translate to all martial styles. This book features Clear and insightful explanations of dynamic movement. Over 100 illustrations. Profound but accessible analysis of the kihon, or fundamentals of Shotokan karate. As a lifelong student of martial arts, J. D. Swanson, Ph.D., had searched through piles of books on form and function. "Stand here, step there" they said. But where movement was concerned, none went deep enough. No one was discussing the dynamics―the actual feeling of the moves. Both in print and in live teaching, karate instruction tends to focus on stances and finishing positions. But dynamics, motion, sensation...they are karate's connective tissue―and they are the heart of this book. “ Karate Science: Dynamic Movement is rooted in the teachings of the masters,” Swanson says. “This book nucleates that knowledge, clarifying and distilling the key principles behind movement dynamics. This is the next evolution of karate books.” Review: Buy it, read it, read it again... and keep training. - This is a book that any serious martial artist needs to read and read again. Instead of the usual outward positions and movements described in many karate books, the internal feel and bio-mechanics are presented with detailed descriptions, beautiful illustrations, and splashes of humor (who knew how often I said "diarrhea" in Japanese without realizing it?). Although Dr. Swanson is an advanced instructor in Shotokan, his Dan-level background in other martial arts shows through as he is able to connect the fundamental principles of physics and anatomy in a way that gets to the heart of all martial arts. No matter which art you are studying, the physics and the body work the same way and this book shows you how to take full advantage of that fact. The author is no keyboard budo-ka: I have trained with Dr. Swanson and the themes he addresses in "Karate Science" are always present in his seminars. Not only in his explanations, but also in his demonstrations... my ribs can attest that he is the real deal. By using the principles of momentum, energy transfer, efficient movement, and timing of muscle tension the author is able both to explain in his book how to improve your martial arts and show in real life how different ways of contacting a person has different effect. As a karate-ka with nearly 30 years of training, I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who is serious about his or her martial arts. There are so many take aways that one can continue refining the concepts contained in "Karate Science" for a lifetime. Review: great tool for teachers and learners alike - I found this book to be a resource not unlike Masatoshi Nakayama’s Dynamic Karate, in that it is very dense and detail oriented. It explains how to use the body in karate and the feelings as you execute each move. I read this book on the commuter train and found myself putting it down every few minutes to examine how my elbow is connected to my arms or how clinching a fist effects different muscle groups and so forth. It is very transportive writing. This book succeeds at creating a body awareness of how to do karate. As a practitioner karate for almost 20 years and a relatively new teacher, this is a valuable resource to reference again and again. For instructors, this book is an invaluable for lesson planning while still remaining accessible for all levels of training. If you are a practitioner of traditional karate, I highly recommend this book. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #200,748 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #67 in Sports Health & Safety (Books) #338 in Sports Training (Books) #389 in Martial Arts (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 144 Reviews | ## Images ![Karate Science: Dynamic Movement (Martial Science) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81BoHpwPTaL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Buy it, read it, read it again... and keep training. *by P***. on March 31, 2017* This is a book that any serious martial artist needs to read and read again. Instead of the usual outward positions and movements described in many karate books, the internal feel and bio-mechanics are presented with detailed descriptions, beautiful illustrations, and splashes of humor (who knew how often I said "diarrhea" in Japanese without realizing it?). Although Dr. Swanson is an advanced instructor in Shotokan, his Dan-level background in other martial arts shows through as he is able to connect the fundamental principles of physics and anatomy in a way that gets to the heart of all martial arts. No matter which art you are studying, the physics and the body work the same way and this book shows you how to take full advantage of that fact. The author is no keyboard budo-ka: I have trained with Dr. Swanson and the themes he addresses in "Karate Science" are always present in his seminars. Not only in his explanations, but also in his demonstrations... my ribs can attest that he is the real deal. By using the principles of momentum, energy transfer, efficient movement, and timing of muscle tension the author is able both to explain in his book how to improve your martial arts and show in real life how different ways of contacting a person has different effect. As a karate-ka with nearly 30 years of training, I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who is serious about his or her martial arts. There are so many take aways that one can continue refining the concepts contained in "Karate Science" for a lifetime. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great tool for teachers and learners alike *by R***S on July 7, 2017* I found this book to be a resource not unlike Masatoshi Nakayama’s Dynamic Karate, in that it is very dense and detail oriented. It explains how to use the body in karate and the feelings as you execute each move. I read this book on the commuter train and found myself putting it down every few minutes to examine how my elbow is connected to my arms or how clinching a fist effects different muscle groups and so forth. It is very transportive writing. This book succeeds at creating a body awareness of how to do karate. As a practitioner karate for almost 20 years and a relatively new teacher, this is a valuable resource to reference again and again. For instructors, this book is an invaluable for lesson planning while still remaining accessible for all levels of training. If you are a practitioner of traditional karate, I highly recommend this book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dr. Swanson's work helps to continue to move the field of Karate Science forward. *by O***I on September 22, 2017* Dr. Swanson makes an important contribution in his treatise on the underlying dynamics and principles that are foundational in the full development of Shotokan Karate-Do. Great Shotokan Karate teachers and writers have always put forward the scientific principles or physical and psychological principles of Karate science in texts. Consider the examples of such classical works as Nishiyama in Karate The Art of Empty-Hand Fighting and Nakayama in Dynamic Karate or his Best Karate series. Experienced practitioner's will recognized much in Dr. Swanson's written work dealing formally and systematically with the subject of Shotokan Karate, and will of course debate those areas they may not recognize and critique others. Although, I would have liked more of the classical works referenced, and for a physical art, many more photos or images, I believe the science of Karate moves forward in this work and it should encourage other leading practitioners to take up the challenge. Thank you. Walter Bera, PhD. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/42132478-karate-science-dynamic-movement-martial-science](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/42132478-karate-science-dynamic-movement-martial-science) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-07-04*