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The aim of this study is to conduct a critical analysis of the ethics functioning in selected systems of martial arts. The theoretical perspective is based on the humanistic theory of martial arts, and the sociology and anthropology of martial arts. The main method of research is a content analysis of documents and specialised literature, which is complemented by a qualitative method i.e. the author’s...
The scientific perspective for the study are scientometrics and sociology of science. Creating new journals for new scientific discipline (as the martial arts science) is an interesting process. The aim of this study is an analysis and explication of the institutionalisation process of this research area (martial arts and combat sports). The questions/problems were: What scientific institutions create...
From the perspectives of both philosophical anthropology and humanistic theory of martial arts, the authors discuss the possible values and relevance of the traditional warrior pathways of eastern Asian martial arts to contemporary western society. They will also refer to other theoretical concepts of martial arts philosophy, especially the normative ethical practices usually associated with them...
The purpose of this article is to examine the role of judo as a highly valuable educational tool for children growing up in an open society. Literature analysis in the field of general pedagogy combined with expertise in the field of martial arts has shown possible benefits of practicing martial art of judo, based on a foundation of traditional Budo. The second part of this article presents results...
The aim of this work was the estimation of level of health-related behaviours among young men practising aikido and capoeira, with the comparison to non-sports persons. The research was carried out on 92 men aged 18-40 years, divided into two groups. Group 1 consisted of persons practising capoeira and aikido. While non-sports people were classified into Group 2. The investigative tool was the Inventory...
Problem. The following study is concerned with the issue of the terminology used in martial arts, both widely in their practice, as well as in the scientific sphere. It deals with errors and misunderstandings, and changes and establishes definitions of terms. Method. The research is particularly concerned with the basic terms for martial arts used in the English, Japanese and Polish languages. Hermeneutic...
One feature of the spread of the Asian martial arts is that it is accompanied with a growth in bibliographic production resulting from increasing information intended for and demanded by new practitioners and scholars. The aim of the study article reports on was to present some of the Asian martial arts bibliographies and analyse their main features. Eleven specific bibliographies about Asian martial...
Aim. Our goal is to open a discussion on the place of martial arts in physical culture, and with reference to specific subjects (relationship to sport, physical education, physical rehabilitation, physical recreation and tourism). Methods. This is a preliminary discussion of the issues: inspection and image recognition, realised from the perspective of The Humanistic Theory of Martial Arts, theory...
The paper is an attempt to present the influence of the Polish martial art onto European armies of the 18th and 19th centuries. It is a specific paradox that Poland, non-existant as a state on the map of Europe, made greater impact with its military training in armies of Europe than during the period of being great and victorious. When Poland lost its independence, Polish army was incorporated into...
Aim. The subject of the research is Polish coins which represent military or martial arts culture. The authors, using a multi- disciplinary approach attempt to show how national heritage in a specific area of culture, is promoted by the issuing of commemorative coins This is their description along with their attempts to explain the phenomenon. Material and Methods. The research material comprises...
Aim is a description of the World Congress of specialists in the field of martial arts and combat sports, belonging to the International Martial Arts and Combat Sports Scientific Society (IMACSSS). It is both a review of scientific events and its analysis as an important event for martial arts tourism. What sub-form of the martial arts tourism was this 3rd World Scientific Congress of Combat Sports...
The aim is to describe the route to mastery in martial arts and attempts to identify patterns. What is the average time taken to achieve first master degree, to achieve the highest technical degree, and to achieve the highest rank of master (10 dan)? Background. Theories of sports training, the humanistic theory of martial arts and the anthropology of martial arts give us a scientific perspective...
Problem. The paper examines an impact of safety and physical culture on individualistic, behavioral and axiological determinants of functioning of a person in threat situations and a stereotype existing in common consciousness, related to individuals professionally associated with security. Method. The authors refer to the category of Type “A” Behavioral Pattern, on basis of which behavior of these...
Aim. The aim of this study is to explain what “martial arts’ medicine” is, and provide a basis for discussion on its channels of transmission: how the knowledge and skills come to Europe. Background. The theoretical perspective for this paper is provided by the Humanistic Theory of Martial Arts, which contains an explanation of how the movement developed. Human health should be holistically analysed...
Problem and Aim. This survey aims to present on a summary of the views of karatekas on their practice. It aims to define their social representations of karate on the basis of the theories of Serge Moscovici and Jean Claude Abric. The research sheds light on the influence of these social representations on practitioners’ behaviours. It shows also how these social representations are, in turn, affected...
Background and Aim. The authors will discuss the nature of the relationship between the various martial arts and the “psycho- physical culture”. We will approach this topic from the perspectives of the Humanistic Theory of Martial Arts, martial arts systemic anthropology, and the sociology of psycho-physical systems. Methods. The main method of research has been a qualitative content analysis of the...
Background. The scientific perspective for the study is the anthropology of tourism and the anthropology of martial arts. Aim. A cognitive question posed by this work is to obtain new knowledge about scientific and martial arts tourism. It should be a contribution in this area. Methods. It is a case study of a one-week seminar, with participant observation. A qualitative content analysis of the literaturewas...
Aim. The aim of the research material was to provide a factual description and explanation of the functioning of the organization of martial arts, according to the 15th century tradition of Japanese fencing. This is Shibu Kobudo that has been operating in Poland for 20 years. A theoretical perspective was used for analysis and reflection and included: the history of physical culture, the sociology...
Background. The Humanistic Theory of Martial Arts and the history of physical culture together constitute the theoretical framework for this research. Aims and Objectives. The objective is an explanation of the educational and other values of the Zendo karate style (in terms of its technical structure, curriculum and humanistic content) and their role in its evolution. Methods. A qualitative study...
Background. The and cultural anthropology of martial arts, and the Humanistic Theory of Martial Arts constitute the framework for this study. Aims and Objectives. A series of research questions was posed: Can one talk about universal principles and values in respect of the Way of the Warrior? What does it mean to be a noble man especially today? How does this issue relate to Christianity? What is...
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