The Complete Guide to Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu

Author: Stuart Alve Olson
Publisher: Blue Snake Books
ISBN: 1583942408
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 185

Book Description
Developed by Wang Lang over 300 years ago, Praying Mantis Kung Fu is the only martial art based on the fighting skills of an insect. This fascinating system utilizes swift, methodical movements for defense and offense, and is well respected as an art that helps practitioners develop great strength and perseverance. The Complete Guide to Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu provides an in-depth look at the history and practice of this remarkable martial art. Author Stuart Alve Olson, a student of T. T. Liang, draws on the lineages of Masters Feng Huan-I and Wang Han-Fon, but includes detailed description of all major schools, styles, and lineages. The first half of the book focuses on tactics and theory; the second half contains step-by-step descriptions of the fundamental Praying Mantis stances, exercises, footwork, and kicks, clearly illustrated by more than 200 photographs. What sets this book apart from other works on Praying Mantis is its philosophical depth; author Olson gives a clear account of the development of the art and the Taoist principles from which it arose. This book provides the basis for not only mastering the martial art of Praying Mantis Kung Fu but also mastering oneself—the true goal of all martial arts.

Eighteen Buddha Hands

Author: Roger D. Hagood
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780985724016
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 168

Book Description
A rare instructional treatise of Chinese boxing from the Kwongsai Dragon-Tiger Mountain, Bamboo Forest Temple, Praying Mantis Clan, as transmitted by the late Grandmaster Lam Sang. Details include stories of Lam Sang's supernatural ability such as Poison Snake Staff, Sun Gazing, and Light Body Skills. Boxing principles elaborated are Body posture, Rooting, Sinking, Center-line, Spiral power, Contact-control-strike, Intercepting and sticky hand, Bridging, Anticipating-telegraphing, Dead and live power, Form and function, 4 word secret, Dim Mak vital points and more. Boxing Fundamentals included are Footwork: Chop, Circle, Advance, Shuffle step, Turnarounds, Side to side; Kicks, Sweeps, Takedowns, Grappling, Chin Na Seizing, Hook hands, Elbow strokes, Dui Jong, Sticky hands, Forms, and Phases of training. Eighteen Buddha Hand techniques, 9 defensive, 9 offensive, are illustrated in color with instruction in attributes, function and vital point targeting. Boxing maxims of strategy and tactics are included.

Chu Gar Gao

Author: Roger D. Hagood
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780985724023
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 150

Book Description
A rare treatise of Hakka Chu Gar Southern Praying Mantis boxing that includes: Chu Gar Mantis history, boxing transmission, six Chu Gar areas, three kinds of Chu Gar in China; Chu Gar Mantis personal records - Sifu Chen Ching Hong, Sifu Yip Sui, Sifu Cheng Wan, Sifu Cheng Chiu, Sifu Dong Yat Long, Sifu Ma Jiuhua, Past Masters in Charge; Chu Gar applications - Single Bridge Tsai Sao, Double Bridge Dui Jong, Mang Dan Sao Dui Jong, Ying Sao Shadow Hand, Gow Choy Hammer Fist, Locking Hands, Bridge, Tan Sao, and Ginger Fist, Double Bridge Gwak Sao, Sticky Hand and Intercepting Hand Bao Zhang Palms; Chu Gar shadowboxing forms in pictorial - Som Bo Gin (Three Step Arrow) and Som Gin Yu Kiu (Three Arrows Shaking Bridge form); and more.

Ten Animals Kung Fu

Author: J. J. Counsilman
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781943570119
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 212

Book Description
Ten Animals Kung Fu presents 88 routines and short forms of Xīn Yì Liù Hé Quán taught by Master Li Zun Si in Shanghai from 1996 to 2000. Master Li (1918-1914) was acknowledged as one of China's outstanding martial artists and was a beloved teacher. The descriptions are terse and complete for all 6 routines and 82 short forms. Additional information on the common movements in Xin Yi and the practice patterns are included. Between chapters, I have added photos of Master Li and relevant poems, observations, and quotes.

The Complete Guide to Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu

Author: Stuart Alve Olson
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
ISBN: 1583946926
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 185

Chinese Gung Fu

Author: Bruce Lee
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
ISBN: 9780897501125
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 116

Book Description
This new edition of Bruce Lee's classic work rejuvenates the authority, insight, and charm of the master's original 1963 publication for modern audiences. It seemlessly brings together Lee's original language, descriptions and demonstrations with new material for readers, martial arts enthusiasts and collectors that want Lee in his purest form. This timeless work preserves the integrity of Lee's hand-drawn diagrams and captioned photo sequences in which he demonstrates a variety of training exercises and fighting techniques, ranging from gung fu stances and leg training to single- and multiple-opponent scenarios. Thought-provoking essays on the history of gung fu, the theory of yin and yang, and personal, first-edition testimonials by James Y. Lee, the legendary Ed Parker, and jujutsu icon Wally Jay round out this one and only book by Lee on the Chinese martial arts. -- from back cover.

Steal My Art

Author: Stuart Alve Olson
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
ISBN: 9781556434167
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 214

Book Description
Now 101 years old, Master T. T. Liang came to the U.S. from Taiwan in the 1960s to introduce t'ai chi to America. His life story is full of the stuff that makes a great martial arts adventure: a career as a high-ranking government official, street fights and shootouts, opium dens and prostitutes, mystical martial arts masters and monks—the story of a life lived to the absolute maximum. Twenty-five photographs add to the captivating life story of this great t'ai chi master.

The Secret Traditions of the Shinobi

Author: Antony Cummins
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
ISBN: 1583944354
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 217

Book Description
This illuminating study of martial arts techniques, philosophies, and lifestyles demystifies one of the most misunderstood figures in Japanese history—the ninja. A landmark collection of shinobi texts featuring 70 illustrations and 100 poems representing some of the oldest ninjutsu writings in the world The shinobi, or ninja, is one of the most widely recognized figures in the world of espionage—and also one of the most misrepresented. What do we really know about the historical shinobi, his tactics, and his role in medieval Japanese society? In The Secret Traditions of the Shinobi, these questions—and many more—are answered. Translated into English for the very first time, this widely sought-after collection of historical documents brings to light the secret practices, techniques, philosophies, and lifestyles of the shinobi. Included are: • the Shinobi Hiden, or “Secret Ninja Tradition”, a documentation of techniques commonly attributed to one of the best-known ninja masters, Hattori Hanzo; • the Koka Ryu Ninjutsu Densho, a small but important work from the Edo period that reveals the realm of ninja magic and spells; • the three shinobi scrolls of the Gunpo Jiyoshu, a manual enthusiastically promoted by Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first Tokugawa shogun of Japan; • 100 poems written between the 12th and 15th centuries—making them the oldest collection of written ninjutsu information in the world • 70 historical black-and-white illustrations depicting ninja tools and weapons. The Secret Traditions of the Shinobi will enthrall martial artists eager to learn the real skills of the shinobi, as well as anyone interested in this exciting period of Japanese history and espionage.

Wing Chun Kung-fu

Author: James Yimm Lee
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
ISBN: 9780897500371
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 234

Book Description
Edited by Bruce Lee and featuring jeet kune do legend Ted Wong, this book introduces the reader to the sil lim tao form, the immovable-elbow and centerline theories, chi sao (sticky hands), trapping, and much more. Wing Chun Kung-Fu continues to set the standard for martial arts instructional books, and it has become the perennial study guide for kung fu enthusiasts of all skill levels.

WAH LUM KUNG FU of USA * HISTORY of KUNG FU STYLES * THEORY & PHILOSOPHY * WEAPONS * CHINESE MEDICINE

Author: Suzy Chan
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 124

Book Description
A compilation of lectures by Grandmaster Pui Chan, who is a premiere resource on traditional Chinese kung fu.These lectures and discussions took place from 1971 - 1977 and were conducted to educate the kung fu students on etiquette, philosophy, and the guidelines of the Wah Lum Kung Fu System. The book has valuable information on the history of Chinese kung fu, Chinese medicine, and Chinese weaponry. The book is not only for martial arts enthusiasts, but those interested in philosophy and the Chinese culture.