BOOKS & MORE: Compelling Arguments

Sometimes nothing helps and violence can indeed be a solution. Of course, only for self-protection and when applied legally. The baton is then an "argument amplifier" that even those who otherwise do not want to understand can understand. Especially the professional must be able to handle it professionally, as explained by Robert Giancola, an experienced trainer, in his book.

Nothing explains a book as well as the table of contents. That's what it's about, and the subject is very well structured.

There is also the historical background of the device, because you want to understand where it all comes from.

The rest is very image-heavy and complements the concise texts perfectly. Here, for example, it's about strike-blocking angles.

Or here, about defending against foreign intrusions. The images are clear and show the important aspects.

Every beginning is the draw and off you go. Well explained, the man knows what to do.

Also exciting is the special chapter on training: special warm-up exercises and then individual training sessions to improve the handling of the baton.

Last but not least: the back cover of the book. Robert Giancola at work.

CONCLUSION: A good and concise summary, exciting for people who are already familiar, but also a good introduction for beginners. As always, practice makes perfect.

"IMPACT! Stick Fighting: Basics for the tactical use of multi-purpose sticks" by Robert Giancola. S. Ka. Verlag, Nuremberg 2022, 144 pages 24.90 Euro - to order directly through K-ISOM: [email protected]

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