Canne de Combat Techniques: French Stick Fighting for Modern Self-Defense: The Military Roots of Europe's Most Elegant Weapon Art

By Liang Wei Hao

This book explores the practical use of walking canes for self-defense, tracing their development from 19th century French martial arts to modern protection techniques. It explains how ordinary canes can become effective tools through proper grips, strikes, and defensive movements, with real examples showing their use in urban environments, by seniors, and in law enforcement situations. The material focuses on straightforward methods that work regardless of physical strength, blending historical techniques with contemporary applications for today's safety needs. The content covers essential skills from basic stances to advanced defenses, showing how cane techniques adapt to various threats and environments. It includes training methods used by professionals, legal considerations for carrying defensive canes, and ways to develop reliable skills through practical drills. The approach emphasizes realistic preparation over theoretical knowledge, demonstrating how centuries-old principles still provide effective solutions for modern personal protection challenges faced by diverse groups in different settings.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FGQ5PMYQ
• ISBN13: 9798290813936
• Release Date: July 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"