Designed to take the student through the various levels of kickboxing training, from the very early stages right through to black belt, this book is an ideal aid for anyone wanting to train in the comfort of their own home, or to improve their kickboxing skills in the gym or the dojo.

Kickboxing is studied by people all over the world and is one of the fastest growing sports today. Regardless of your age, size or physical ability it is an activity that can be enjoyed by everyone. Techniques and drills in this detailed and comprehensive book are ideally suited for the complete novice right through to the more expereinced martial artist. Written in an easy to follow, step by step format with over 550 colour photographs. Justyn Billingham has held various titles throughout his tournament years including third dan in kickboxing and is considered by many as an authority on stretching and dynamic kicking.

Kickboxing is practised all over the world and is one of the fastest growing sports today. Moreover, it is a martial art that can be enjoyed by almost everyone who is physically fit, regardless of age, size or ability. This detailed book will be of value to all those interested in kickboxing; whether you simply want to train for fun or have higher goals, the techniques and drills in this book will be of enormous assistance to you. Topics covered: Explains how to warm up correctly to reduce the risk of injury Discusses how to achieve improved flexibility Shows how to develop the box [side] split and front split stretch Considers basic punches and provides the associated training drills Illustrates advanced hand techniques Analyses basic kicks and the training drills that are involved Examines advanced kicks including static kicks, spinning kicks, jumping kicks and jumping spinning kicks Covers sparring drills, conditioning exercises, individual training drills and partner training drills