The Complete Guide To Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu

Author : Stuart Alve Olson
Publisher : Blue Snake Books
ISBN 13 : 1583942408
Total Pages : 185 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Guide to Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu written by Stuart Alve Olson and published by Blue Snake Books. This book was released on 2010-01-19 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Author : Stuart Alve Olson
Publisher : North Atlantic Books
ISBN 13 : 1583946926
Total Pages : 185 pages
Book Rating : 4.23/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Guide to Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu written by Stuart Alve Olson and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2012-11-13 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Author : James J. Counsilman
Publisher : Gadfly Books
ISBN 13 : 9781943570201
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Ten Animals Kung Fu: Descriptions and Analyses of 88 Routines and Short Forms written by James J. Counsilman and published by Gadfly Books. This book was released on 2022-08-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ten Animals Kung Fu presents descriptions and analyses of 88 routines and short forms of Xīn Yì Liù Hé Quán. The Third Edition provides additional descriptions (primarily of turns and finishes) and revisions within the descriptive structure and analyses of the Second Edition. The Second Edition presents descriptions of the 82 short forms within the new standardized format of Begin, Continue, Turn and Continue, and Turn and Finish. The standardization simplifies understanding forms and comparisons within and between groups of forms. Descriptions of the 6 long routines have been revised within the original steps. The following chapters are new: Primary Functions, Turns, and Finishes provides qualitative and quantitative analyses of the purposes and frequencies of these major aspects of Xīn Yì short forms. Applications provides descriptions and analyses of the practical functions of the forms. Transition Routine provides a long routine that focuses on standard Xīn Yì transitions between subroutines, the key to creative practice.

Author : Cheng Leong Cheong
Publisher : Weatherhill, Incorporated
ISBN 13 : 9780834801271
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Phoenix-eye Fist written by Cheng Leong Cheong and published by Weatherhill, Incorporated. This book was released on 1977 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book does what it sets out to do, teach the basics of Chuka Shaolin and the phoenix-eye fist. The book teachs through photo's and text. You will learn basic arm and hand tecniques as well as basic stances.

Author : Roger D. Hagood
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780985724016
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Eighteen Buddha Hands written by Roger D. Hagood and published by . This book was released on 2012-08-01 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Author : Jane Hallander
Publisher : Action Pursuit Group
ISBN 13 : 9780865681569
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.62/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Complete Kung Fu Fighting Guide written by Jane Hallander and published by Action Pursuit Group. This book was released on 1991-12-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Antony Cummins
Publisher : North Atlantic Books
ISBN 13 : 1583944354
Total Pages : 217 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Secret Traditions of the Shinobi written by Antony Cummins and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2012-11-27 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Author : Ronald Wheeler
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1462915507
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.07/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Power of Shaolin Kung Fu written by Ronald Wheeler and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2014-09-30 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.

Author : Gin Foon Mark
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781427695239
Total Pages : 90 pages
Book Rating : 4.37/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Kwong Sai Jook Lum Gee written by Gin Foon Mark and published by . This book was released on 2012-08-17 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book features the teachings and training methods of Granmaster Gin Foon Mark. Grandmaster Mark's legacy is Kwang Sai Jook Lum Southern Praying Mantis. Read about the history of the style, training tips and methods from the master, and anecdotes from his more than 80 years studying Chinese martial arts.

Author : Suzy Chan
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 124 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book WAH LUM KUNG FU of USA * HISTORY of KUNG FU STYLES * THEORY & PHILOSOPHY * WEAPONS * CHINESE MEDICINE written by Suzy Chan and published by . This book was released on 1995-01-02 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.