Boxing 101: Dambe West Africa Style

By Alberto Robles

Unlock the secrets of Dambe, the explosive traditional fighting art of West Africa that turns one hand into a spear and the other into a shield.

Whether you're a boxer looking to expand your arsenal, a martial artist hungry for unique techniques, or a combat sports fan fascinated by global fighting traditions, this book is your complete introduction to the history, culture, and practical skills of Hausa boxing.

Inside Boxing 101: Dambe West Africa Style, you'll discover:

The asymmetric fighting system that makes Dambe unlike any Western boxing-learn how the spear hand delivers devastating strikes while the shield hand controls, traps, and defends.Authentic stance, footwork, and distance management drawn from generations of Hausa warriors, adapted for safe modern training.Power generation secrets for the spear hand, plus a full arsenal of strikes, feints, and counterattacks.Shield defense and evasion tactics that turn your non-dominant hand into a dynamic defensive weapon.Kicks, combined attacks, and fight strategy rarely seen outside West Africa.Step-by-step drills and training programs to build your skills without historical risks.

From the dusty rings of Nigeria to your home gym, this guide bridges centuries of tradition with modern martial arts practice.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HJMYD8B8
• ISBN13: 9798182767378
• Release Date: September 2026
• Publisher: Alberto Robles
• Length: 212 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"