Author: Jwing-Ming YangPublisher: Ymaa Publications
ISBN: 9781886969353
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 337
Book Description
Reveals the secrets of Chinese internal power development.
Author: Lorne BernardThe Tiger/crane Form of Hung Gar Kung-fu
Author: Bucksam KongPublisher: Black Belt Communications
ISBN: 9780897500876
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 164
Book Description
The book reveals the closely guarded techniques of hung gar kung-fu, a ferocious yet graceful art. This classic text, now on its twentieth printing, covers every aspect of the eponymous form, which melds the powerful attacks of the tiger with the elusive, flowing techniques of the crane. The accompanying DVD features five animal hand forms--tiger, crane, leopard, snake and dragon--as well as special conditioning and self-defense.
White Crane Kung Fu
Author: Vladimir ZlaticPublisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 232
Book Description
The book in front of you is one of very few ever written about White Crane Kung Fu and the only one about Shaking Crane (Zong He) style written in English. The book introduces basic concepts of internal White Crane practice. Internal power has always been shrouded in a veil of mystery, often explained through Chinese religious and esoteric practices, believes and terminology. This book separates myths from facts and explains what internal power is and how it is generated within the body. Content is strictly focused on body mechanics and doesn't go into the realm of esoteric practices or religion of any kind. Basic methods of development, transmission and releasing of internal power are explained in detail. These methods are considered the very foundation and beginners course of Zong He Quan style, on the other hand, they are universal in their training approach and goals and could be included in practice of other internal styles, especially styles from Guangdong and Fujian provinces.
The Complete Guide to Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu
Author: Stuart Alve OlsonPublisher: 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.
Combat Techniques of Taiji, Xingyi, and Bagua
Author: Lu ShengliPublisher: Blue Snake Books
ISBN: 9781583941454
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
The combat techniques of Tai Ji, Ba Gua, and Xing Yi were forbidden during China's Cultural Revolution, but the teachings of grandmaster Wang Pei Shing have survived. This comprehensive guide, written by one of his students, selects core movements from each practice and gives the student powerful tools to recognize the unique strategies and skills, and to develop a deeper understanding, of each style. It contains complete instructions for a 16-posture form to gain mastery of combat techniques. The book helps practitioners achieve a new level of practice, where deeply ingrained skills are brought forth in a more fluid, intuitive, and fast-paced fashion.
Qigong for Health and Martial Arts
Author: Jwing-Ming YangPublisher: Qigong, Health and Healing
ISBN: 9781886969575
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 175
Book Description
Increase your strength, improve your health, and discover greater martial power with ten separate sets of Qigong exercises. A special chapter discusses the application and uses of Qi and Qigong for enhancing martial arts ability as well as a section on soothing massage techniques to help recover quickly from various injuries.
Shantung Black Tiger
Author: Khek Kiong TjoaPublisher: Weatherhill, Incorporated
ISBN: 9780834801226
Category : Hand-to-hand fighting, Oriental
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This manual presents the centuries-old fighting art of North China known as Shantung black tiger. Text and illustrations assist the reader in understanding and learning about this martial art.
Author: Leung TingPower of Shaolin Kung Fu
Author: Ronald WheelerPublisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462915507
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 268
Book Description
The Power of Shaolin Kung Fu offers readers a comprehensive course in the fundamental movements that have been practiced and perfected by warrior monks for centuries. It includes instruction in the powerful striking techniques that so often lead to decisive victory in today's mixed martial arts bouts. The book includes 300 color photographs along with detailed textual instructions and training tips. Shaolin Kung Fu is an indispensable part of every martial artist's repertoire--a vital means to improve your movement, motion, and balance skills and the best way for a mixed martial arts fighter to improve and perfect striking skills. This informative kung fu book also shares the moral and ethical philosophies that underlie the Jow Ga system. Shaolin Jow Ga Kung Fu is a combination of southern and northern Shaolin techniques--making it by far the most effective in terms of combining blinding speed with devastatingly powerful strikes.
