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"Joining Syracuse Jundokan has easily been one of the best decisions I have made in this lifetime. Not only am I surrounded by amazing people, I am keeping fit and learning a discipline that I plan to practice as long as I am able to."
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Recommended Reading List

The following is a list of books and videos that our members enjoy. If you would like to purchase any of these books, please use the links below. 100% of all proceeds from our Amazon referral purchases go to support our competition team.


General Karate Books/Videos

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Eiichi Miyazato

This English-version of the only book Miyazato Sensei ever wrote is now on sale with accompanying videos at the Jundokan Shop. It is a limited edition version, so order your copy today.


This book provides an excellent look at kata from an interpretive application perspective, using goju-ryu as an example. If you've ever wondered how to practice bunkai, this book will be a valuable addition to your collection.


Don't be fooled by the title! This is an excellent book written by an experienced traditional martial artist. Written for beginners to karate, this book will help you to understand the basic principles and expectations of karate training.


A beautiful collection of life lessons derived from years of karate training, this book is not just for karate students. Presented in easy-to-read page-size lessons, this makes for great reading any time you have a minute or two to spare.


If you've ever wanted to know how to approach the detailed study of a single kata, then this book is for you. Follow the author's plan to devote five years to the exploration of single kata.


Competition Karate Books/Videos

This DVD, featuring US Team Member and three-time world champion Elisa Au, provides a sport kumite techniques and drills for beginners while laying a foundation for more advanced practice at higher levels.


This DVD, featuring US Team Member and three-time world champion Elisa Au, provides a sport kumite techniques geared specifically for advanced students looking to gain an edge at high level competition.


This DVD, featuring US Team Member and three-time world champion Elisa Au, provides a sport kumite conditioning program sure to best prepare you physically for your next competitive event.


Buy Elisa Au's entire series including her kihon and kata DVDs in a single packaged bundle.


This kumite reference, written by a former US Head Coach, covers all areas from sport kumite dynamics and technique to athletic conditioning for karate athletes.


General Martial Arts Books/Videos

This fictionalized account of Miyamoto Musashi's life is both moving and inspiring to any martial artist. It tells the life of Musashi from his violent and careless adolescence to his emergance as a prominent swordsman and artist in feudal Japan.


This edition of Miyamoto Musashi's famous work, A Book of Five Rings is translated by Sensei Hidy Ochiai. As an accomplished karate teacher and swordsman, as well as being bilingual, Ochiai Sensei is uniquely able to present this difficult to translate book.


This is one of the most popular translation of the ancient text. Sun Tzu's work has stood the test of time, having been used as a reference for military commanders and business leaders for several centuries.


Put a few hours aside and enjoy this classic samurai movie that served as the inspiration for the famous western, The Magnificent Seven.


Did you ever wonder how to extend the benefits of your karate practice beyond the dojo walls? This book challenges you to "live the martial way" by applying the concepts of martial art to the rest of your life.


Miscellaneous Amazon Recommendations








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