Download or read book Shaolin Kung Fu written by Donn F. Draeger and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2020-03-31 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guide to Shaolin Lohan Kung Fu from both ancient and contemporary masters. With a new foreword by historian and martial artist Alexander Bennett, Shaolin Kung Fu details the oldest form of this ancient Chinese martial art. Shaolin Kung Fu is prized for its elegant style, effectiveness as a fighting system and as an exercise that benefits both body and mind. Authors Donn F. Draeger and P'ng Chye Khim, both master martial artists and Shaolin experts, focus on the Lohan technique--believed to have developed from a form devised at the legendary Shaolin Temple some 1,500 years ago. This comprehensive book offers a practical introduction, including: The history and fundamentals of Shaolin Kung Fu The fundamentals of Shaolin A complete description of the Lohan technique and how to master it Detailed Shaolin training methods, including the use of weapons Weapons used in Shaolin This book is intended as a supplement to a dedicated training program and includes detailed instructions explaining both the solo and partner practice forms. Accompanied by over 400 photos and sketches, this excellent introduction to the Lohan form is a must-have for every serious student of Shaolin and Kung Fu. Shaolin Kung Fu was intended to provide Buddhist monks in ancient China with an art that would not only act as an intense conditioning tool, but also arm them with a formidable system of self defense. Though the context for these skills has changed, modern readers can benefit from this method in much the same way as its original students.
Download or read book Kung Fu Basics written by Paul Eng and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2018-06-19 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get your training off to a great start--from basic kicks to practice and tournaments--this book is a perfect introduction to kung fu for beginners. It's everything you need to get started in kung fu! Whether you are considering taking up this martial art, or you've already started, Kung Fu Basics offers an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to everything you need to know to feel confident and be successful. You'll learn about: The origins of kung fu--philosophy, history and different styles What happens in a kung fu class--invaluable tips on choosing the right school, getting ready for your first class, and basic training methods The essential elements of the style--stances, footwork, kicks, and hand techniques, with tips on common mistakes and how to get the most power out of each move Drill and conditioning exercises--exercises to compliment your training Practical ways to improve your kung fu technique--traditional teaching advice of Chinese masters Resources--help further develop your knowledge and understanding of kung fu
Download or read book Power Training in Kung Fu and Karate written by Ron Marchini and published by Black Belt Communications. This book was released on 1974 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ron Marchini, Black Belt Hall of Fame member and top tournament competitor, demonstrates this weight-training regimen with partner and kung fu expert Leo Fong. Included are weight routines, iron hand exercises, kicking and nonweightresistance exercises. These exercises supplement regular martial arts workouts for developing explosive power.
Download or read book Kung Fu Elements written by Shou-Yu Liang and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 520 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Authentic Shaolin Heritage written by Jin Jing Zhong and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2006-09-01 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Devoted to the most enigmatic and little-known aspect of training of Shaolin monks. Training methods allow supernatural abilites to develop, far beyond abilities of an ordinary man. The book was writen with the blessing and direct participation of the Head of the Shaolin Monastery Reverend Miao Xing, nicknamed "The Golden Arhat," one of the best Shaolin fighters of all times. These secret practices traditionally called "72 arts of Shaolin" or the essence of the Shaolin Combat Training.
Download or read book Martial Arts Studies written by Paul Bowman and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2015-04-09 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The phrase “martial arts studies” is increasingly circulating as a term to describe a new field of interest. But many academic fields including history, philosophy, anthropology, and Area studies already engage with martial arts in their own particular way. Therefore, is there really such a thing as a unique field of martial arts studies? Martial Arts Studies is the first book to engage directly with these questions. It assesses the multiplicity and heterogeneity of possible approaches to martial arts studies, exploring orientations and limitations of existing approaches. It makes a case for constructing the field of martial arts studies in terms of key coordinates from post-structuralism, cultural studies, media studies, and post-colonialism. By using these anti-disciplinary approaches to disrupt the approaches of other disciplines, Martial Arts Studies proposes a field that both emerges out of and differs from its many disciplinary locations.
Download or read book Beginning Kung fu written by Kam Yuen and published by Black Belt Communications Incorporated. This book was released on 1975 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Secrets of Northern Shaolin Kung fu written by Brian Klingborg and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 1998-11-15 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the northern style of Chinese Shaolin Kung Fu with this illustrated martial arts guide The Secrets of Northern Shaolin Kung-Fu: Pek Sil Lum is a comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of the traditional Chinese art known to the West as Northern Shaolin Kung-Fu. It includes a historical overview, basic positions, and authentic forms and techniques. Pek Sil Lum is especially renowned for its repertoire of kicking techniques, ranging from simple front kicks to jumping twirling crescent kicks to the dreaded tornado kick, and includes open- and closed-hand strikes and a number of weapons forms.
Download or read book Young Aina written by Ned Marcus and published by Orange Log Publishing. This book was released on 2017-11-11 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aina and her father are pursued deep into the ancient forest by a deadly enemy. To her father’s concern, the forest speaks to his daughter, awakening a natural magic within her. Will Aina’s magic awaken in time to save the lives of both her and her father? If you like fast-paced, fantasy adventures on distant planets you’ll love this exciting novelette, which is set before the beginning of Ned Marcus’s Blue Prometheus series. Best read after book one of the series. Buy Young Aina today!
Download or read book Shaolin Lohan Kung Fu written by P'ng Chye Khim and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2011-12-20 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the ancient Chinese martial art of Shaolin Kung Fu with this illustrated martial arts guide. The style of marital arts described in this book is believed to have developed from a form devised at the Shaolin Temple by the Indian monk Bodhidharma. Called Shih-pa lohan shou (Eighteen Arhat Hands), it was the original Lohan form. Its purpose was to provide monks with exercises that would not only strengthen their bodies and minds, but also arm them with a formidable system of self-defense. The authors present the Lohan techniques of south China (as taught by the Hood Khar Pai) in both solo—and partner— practice forms. Intended as a supplement to actual training, Shaolin Lohan Kung-Fu gives the history of the Shaolin arts and then continues with a detailed explanation of the Lohan form. Accompanied by almost 30 sketches and over 400 black-and-white photographs, this straightforward introduction to the Lohan system is a must for any serious student of Shaolin techniques. Chapters include: Background of Shaolin Kung Fu; Fundamentals of Shaolin; The Lohan Pattern; Shaolin Training Methods; and more!
Download or read book Basic Wing Chun Training written by Sam Fury and published by SF Nonfiction Books. This book was released on 2015-07-05 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teach Yourself Wing Chun Adapted for the Streets! This is Wing Chun martial arts training as modern self-defense. It starts with Wing Chun techniques for beginners and advances up to sticky hands (Wing Chun Chi Sao). Anyone interested in martial arts will learn from these Wing Chun training techniques. Those who will benefit most are: * People who are thinking about learning Wing Chun Kung Fu but first want an insight * Those who want to know basic principles and techniques before joining a Wing Chun dojo * Beginners who want to supplement their training * Anyone that wants to learn how to adapt classic Wing Chun to the streets of today * Teachers of Wing Chun Kung Fu who want some ideas on training beginner students * Anyone that wants to self-train in Wing Chun Kung Fu You'll love this Wing Chun training manual, because it adapts a proven martial art to the streets of today. Get it now. Jam-packed with Wing Chun Training Techniques * The legendary Wing Chun punch * Arm-locks * Wing Chun strikes including punches, kicks, elbows, knees, and the chop * Trapping and grabbing * Interception and counter-attack * Repeating punches * Defending against common attacks and combinations ... and much more. Contains 42 Wing Chun Lessons and 97 Training Exercises! * Basic Wing Chun theory is embedded into practical lessons * Conditioning exercises to give your body the strength to do the techniques * Basic footwork for speed and balance * The Centerline Principle (a core concept in Wing Chun) * Wing Chun training drills for developing lightning fast reflexes * The direct line principle * Use of training equipment * Correct body alignment and weight distribution for greatest stability, speed, and power Learn Traditional Wing Chun Hand Techniques * Tan Sau (Dispersing Hand) * Pak Sau (Slapping Hand) * Bong Sau (Wing Arm) * Lap Sau (Pulling Hand) * Kau Sau (Detaining Hand) * Fut Sau (Outward Palm Arm) * Gum Sau (Pressing Hand) * Biu Sau (Darting Hand) Limited Time Only... Get your copy of Basic Wing Chun Training today and you will also receive: * Free SF Nonfiction Books new releases * Exclusive discount offers * Downloadable sample chapters * Bonus content … and more! This Wing Chun book is perfect for self-defense. It does not rely on strength or physical size to be effective. Discover how you can adapt classic Wing Chun to the streets, because the traditional stuff doesn't work in a brawl. Get it now.
Download or read book Kung Fu Techniques and Training written by Trevor Desmond and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-06-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kung Fu, or Chinese martial arts, is a school of fighting techniques that originated in China and has evolved over many centuries. Kung Fu is based on the idea that peak performance in fight and daily life can be attained via the development of physical and mental discipline and the cultivation of internal energy, or Qi. There is a wide variety of Kung Fu styles, each with its own set of principles, practices, and techniques. While some martial arts emphasize speed and power, others place a premium on agility, balance, and accuracy. Despite these distinctions, the ultimate aim of every Kung Fu style is the same: control of one's own body and mind. Kung fu's rise to global prominence in recent decades can be attributed in no small part to media representations of the martial art in various media. For those that study Kung Fu, however, it is much more than just a pastime; it is a way of life, a method of self-defense, and a means of developing one's character. The classic Chinese martial art of Kung Fu has much to offer everybody who is interested in the physical and mental difficulties it presents. Kung Fu is a powerful and ageless art that continues to inspire and challenge practitioners all around the world because of its rich history and dedication to excellence.
Download or read book Monkey Movement written by Brian Kuttel and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-23 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Monkey kung fu is one of the most signature styles with its unique acting movements, dynamic gymnastic techniques, and unorthodox striking, kicking, and sweeping techniques. From high flying leaping to ground techniques, monkey kung fu is always impressive as it requires top athleticism and coordination to perform the physically demanding movements. The monkey form in the Choy Li Fut system of Kung Fu is full of unique acting, acrobatics, and applicable combinations which makes it a perfect study for any martial arts enthusiast.This book provides each movement with a full description, step-by-step instruction complete with illustrations, and common mistakes to help provide a well-rounded approach to learning the fascinating style of monkey kung fu. A must-have for the serious Choy Li Fut practitioner, Monkey Movement is also an essential reference guide for martial arts tricking and other kung fu athletes looking to improve their athleticism through movement training.
Download or read book The Shaolin Workout written by Shi Yan Ming and published by Rodale Books. This book was released on 2006-05-16 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In his loft in New york City's Greenwich Village, Sifu Shi Yan Ming trains men and women of all ages, body types and backgrounds in the fundamentals of kung fu. A 34th generation Shaolin Warrior monk from China's Shaolin Temple—the birthplace of Chan Buddhism and the mecca of all martial arts—Yan Ming teaches the students at his USA Shaolin Temple that there is no better workout program than his brand of kung fu for getting the body and mind into warrior condition. Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of four-color photographs, the warrior workout, distills a lifetime of Shaolin training and wisdom into a 28-day workout. The Shaolin Workout is a complete-unto-itself program of both fitness and spiritual lessons can be applied to every aspect of one's life: work, relationships, family. Kung fu gives a superb aerobic workout at the same time that it dramatically increases flexibility, power, and speed. The ultimate promise of the book is this: stick to the plan for 28 days—for as little as 15 minutes a day—to be transformed inside and out. And the enormous sense of accomplishment that results will radiate through your life, allowing you to tackle the world with a warrior's confidence, calm, and poise.
Download or read book Chinese Martial Arts Training Manuals written by Brian Kennedy and published by Blue Snake Books. This book was released on 2008-01-08 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secret training manuals, magic swords, and flying kung fu masters—these are staples of Chinese martial arts movies and novels, but only secret manuals have a basis in reality. Chinese martial arts masters of the past did indeed write such works, along with manuals for the general public. This collection introduces Western readers to the rich and diverse tradition of these influential texts, rarely available to the English-speaking reader. Authors Brian Kennedy and Elizabeth Guo, who coauthor a regular column for Classical Fighting Arts magazine, showcase illustrated manuals from the Ming Dynasty, the Qing Dynasty, and the Republican period. Aimed at fans, students, and practitioners, the book explains the principles, techniques, and forms of each system while also placing them in the wider cultural context of Chinese martial arts. Individual chapters cover the history of the manuals, Taiwanese martial arts, the lives and livelihoods of the masters, the Imperial military exams, the significance of the Shaolin Temple, and more. Featuring a wealth of rare photographs of great masters as well as original drawings depicting the intended forms of each discipline, this book offers a multifaceted portrait of Chinese martial arts and their place in Chinese culture.
Download or read book Bruce Lee s Fighting Method written by Bruce Lee and published by Black Belt Communications. This book was released on 1977 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Part of the Bruce Lee's Fighting Method series, this book teaches how to perform jeet kune do's devastating strikes and exploit an opponent's weaknesses with crafty counterattacks like finger jabs and spin kicks.
Download or read book Black Dragon Kung Fu written by Tony Salvitti and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2014-06-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These techniques will elevate you to a new status as a martial artist. Everything from "iron palm" to "iron body" is covered including; secret breathing methods, ch'i kung and how to use, increase and exercise control over your ch'i force, Black Dragon Kung Fu will provides you with a rich detailed history of many martial arts styles and the amazing history and unique origins. Make your own "Dit ja jow", increase your training and fighting speed to the point where you are seen moving only as a blur. Revised in 2017 to include the forbidden "Dim Mak part II". Train your reflexes, condition your body, learn the most effective target areas to defeat any enemy!
