The Complete Guide To Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu
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The Complete Guide To Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu
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Author : Stuart Alve Olson
language : en
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
Release Date : 2012-11-13
The Complete Guide To Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu written by Stuart Alve Olson and has been published by North Atlantic Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-11-13 with Sports & Recreation categories.
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.
Wing Chun Kung Fu
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Author : Joseph Wayne Smith, Ph.D.
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2011-12-10
Wing Chun Kung Fu written by Joseph Wayne Smith, Ph.D. and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-12-10 with Sports & Recreation categories.
The essential guide to Wing Chun Kung-Fu--basic forms and principles, fighting and grappling, advanced techniques and weapons. Featuring over 300 black and white photos and step-by-step illustrations, Wing Chun Kung-Fu: A Complete Guide offers clear, straightforward, and authoritative instruction to the Chinese martial art of Wing Chun Kung-Fu. This Wing Chun book introduces and demonstrates the three empty-hand wing chun kung fu forms, the combative building blocks of the system, including sticky-hand and sticky-leg fighting, chin-na, and the theory of vital strikes to the weak points of human anatomy (dar mak). This Wing Chun guide also introduces the wooden dummy form, the six-and-a-half pole form, and the use of butterfly knives. In addition, this kung fu book provides detailed commentary on the theory behind each move so that you can develop an in-depth understanding of both the practical application of this fighting art and the meaning behind it. Other sections include specialized fighting and grappling techniques and instructions on using weapons. An additional section is devoted to conditioning, stretching, power training and weight training exercises that will be of particular benefit for serious students of Wing Chun and practitioners of any martial art.
Eighteen Buddha Hands
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Author : Roger D. Hagood
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2012-08-01
Eighteen Buddha Hands written by Roger D. Hagood and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-08-01 with categories.
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.
Wing Chun Kung Fu Volume 1
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Author : Joseph Wayne Smith, Dr.
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 1992-08-15
Wing Chun Kung Fu Volume 1 written by Joseph Wayne Smith, Dr. and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992-08-15 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Introducing a new scientific approach to Wing Chun kung-fu, this book gives a clear and detailed exposition of once closely guarded techniques. Rejecting the secretive approach that characterizes much of martial arts writing, the author draws upon biomechanical theory to explain logically and scientifically how the techniques of Wing Chun kung-fu work. After an explanation of the theory behind the various Wing Chun moves, the reader is led step-by-step through each of the forms. Chi gerk and chi sao, the Wing Chun sticky-hand and sticky-leg techniques, are explained and liberally accompanied by 183 photographs detailing the important moves. An additional section devoted to weight and power training for the martial artist makes this book invaluable, not just for those interested in Wing Chun kung-fu, but for practitioners of any martial art.
The Way Of The Warrior
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Author : Chris Crudelli
language : en
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Release Date : 2008-10-01
The Way Of The Warrior written by Chris Crudelli and has been published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-10-01 with Sports & Recreation categories.
Do you know your ashiwaza from your elbow strike? Find out with The Way of the Warrior, which features every major style of martial art in existence, bringing ancient and modern arts together in one complete work of reference. This comprehensive, fully illustrated encyclopedia covers a huge range of martial arts, from the ancient and renowned styles of China’s Shaolin Temple to the lesser-known styles of Africa’s indigenous tribes. It looks at the history, philosophy, guiding principles, key moves, weaponry, founding members, and famous exponents of individual arts, as well as highlighting unbelievable feats, such as drilling wood with a finger or deflecting swords with the abdomen. Specially commissioned photo-narrative and first-person features trace the daily training schedules of key exponents, providing human-level insights into ways of life and often complex and mystical disciplines.
Chinese Gung Fu
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Author : Bruce Lee
language : en
Publisher: Black Belt Communications
Release Date : 1987
Chinese Gung Fu written by Bruce Lee and has been published by Black Belt Communications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1987 with Art categories.
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.
Power Of Shaolin Kung Fu
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Author : Ronald Wheeler
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2014-09-30
Power Of Shaolin Kung Fu written by Ronald Wheeler and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-30 with Sports & Recreation categories.
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 indispensible 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.
Steal My Art
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Author : Stuart Alve Olson
language : en
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
Release Date : 2002-08-09
Steal My Art written by Stuart Alve Olson and has been published by North Atlantic Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-08-09 with Sports & Recreation categories.
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
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Author : Antony Cummins
language : en
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
Release Date : 2012-11-27
The Secret Traditions Of The Shinobi written by Antony Cummins and has been published by North Atlantic Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-11-27 with Sports & Recreation categories.
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.
Wah Lum Kung Fu Of Usa History Of Kung Fu Styles Theory Philosophy Weapons Chinese Medicine
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Author : Suzy Chan
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1995-01-02
Wah Lum Kung Fu Of Usa History Of Kung Fu Styles Theory Philosophy Weapons Chinese Medicine written by Suzy Chan and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995-01-02 with categories.
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.