Chinese Martial Arts

Many know of the legends concerning the Shaolin Temple as the font of Asian martial arts. However, this was not the only temple with deep associations with combatives. This anthology dives deep into the historic significance of the relationship between temples, monks, and martial arts. As a transporter of culture, it seems logical that the Indian monk Bodhidharma brought more than just Buddhist texts to the Shaolin Temple. India has a wonderful tradition of martial and healing arts that he would have shared at the temple. His rich story throws light on how and why monks throughout Asia have...

TO CONQUER ETERNAL SUMMER: A CULTIVATION TRILOGY consists of these three books which are also available as singles. Book 1- BUDDYBOY: A CULTIVATION FANTASY An elderly man passes away and finds himself in the River of Souls where he spends an incalculable expanse of time. The time he spends there is valuable beyond belief. After gathering reams of knowledge and mastering the incredible powers of cultivation, his soul transmigrates to the body of his younger self. Equipped with the experiences from his previous life, now augmented by the powers and additional knowledge he collected in the ...

According to traditional Chinese martial arts custom, instruction in the lethal arts were transmitted under strict secrecy. At the turn of the twentieth century, the martial arts had started to be taught publically with a focus on health. However, many fighting techniques were not shown or taught. As a result, today some systems are more well-known than others. This anthology brings together some of the lesser-known arts in one volume and some aspects of their theory, application, and place historical place in society. The first two chapters by Shannon Phelps give a wonderful presentation ...

The book "The Art of Xingyiquan" by Li Jianqiu contains teachings on the martial art of Xingyiquan, specifically focusing on the Five Elements. The author explains that Xingyiquan originated in Shanxi province and was later passed down through various lineages. However, due to the passage of time and lack of systematic recording, there are many errors and inconsistencies in the existing Xingyiquan manuscripts. The author believes that the Five Elements are the foundation of Xingyiquan and should be practiced thoroughly. He goes on to provide detailed explanations and illustrations of each ...

In the eagerly anticipated fifth installment of the "Scientific Taijiquan" series, "Scientific Taijiquan Volume Five: The Wu Jianquan Taijiquan Teachings of Xu Zhiyi" presents an unparalleled exploration of Taijiquan through the lens of Wu Jianquan's teachings, as interpreted and expanded by the renowned Wu style Taijiquan master, Xu Zhiyi. This volume builds upon the foundational knowledge presented in the series' first book, diving deeper into the fusion of traditional martial arts wisdom with the principles of modern science. Master Xu Zhiyi, with his profound understanding and extensive...

Uncover the many benefits of Tai Chi to discover how it will help your mind, body, and soul. Have you heard of Tai Chi, but don’t know where to begin? Do you want to find out why people who practice Tai Chi are living their best life? Do you want to transform your mindset and fitness levels using Tai Chi? If you said “yes” to any of these questions, you have come to the right place.

The Chinese double-edged straight sword (jian), the “gentleman of weapons,” is the focus of this e-book. There are a growing number of people interested in this fascinating weapon, its history, and its use. For your convenience, this anthology assembles the best articles on this subject as published in the Journal of Asian Martial Arts. Chapters 1 and 2 were written by Dr. Richard Pegg, a scholar of Asian studies and art curator with over thirty years of studies in the martial arts. With sound academic and practical experience in swordsmanship, Dr. Pegg writes here on ancient Chinese ...

A comprehensive guide on many different aspects of martial arts pedagogy. Topics include: teaching children with learning disabilities, anatomy and common injuries, leadership skills, and hundreds of specific drills.

Cheng Man-ch’ing (1902–1975)—also romanized as Zheng Manqing— certainly played a lead role in popularizing tai chi ch'uan throughout the world and greatly influencing the way the art is perceived and practiced. This fact alone should drive all those interested in tai chi to study the man’s history and thought. There is a huge body of writings and video representations of Cheng’s tai chi theory and practice. Unfortunately, much of the available content actually obscures Cheng’s message. The result is that Cheng and his role in tai chi evolution are often not fully understood ...

White Crane is one of the most famous and certainly the most influential Kung Fu styles of all times. Everyone has at least heard about it which is not a small feat among literary hundreds of styles that exist today. While there are many popular styles, with enormous number of followers like Wing Chun or Choy Lee Fut, Hung Gar, Tai Chi Chuen, none of these styles holds a place in Kung Fu community like White Crane.On the other hand, there is very limited amount of information available about White Crane. Crane fist never had a lot of followers and has always been taught to very few selected...

This book provides an overview of the martial art system derived from Willem Reeders (1917-1990) and his uncle Liu Seong. The hybrid system inherited much from Liu Seong since he was of Chinese royalty and received specialized training while living in China. In addition, Reeders had moved to Indonesia and studied a number of the indigenous silat arts. Alejandro Rooney assembled this book through research and interviews with Grandmaster Reginald McKissick and Master Dexter Parker. The result is a detailed overview that includes the historical background and the theory and practice of Liu ...

Bruce Lee was a Chinese American action film star, martial arts instructor, filmmaker, and philosopher. His Hong Kong- and Hollywood-produced films elevated the traditional martial arts film to a new level of popularity and acclaim. Through such films as Way of the Dragon and Enter the Dragon, Lee helped to change the way Asians were presented in American films, and in the process he became an iconic figure known throughout the world.

This audiobook is your complete guide to harnessing the ancient wisdom of Qigong and Tai Chi–unlocking a healthier, calmer, and more vibrant life. Buy now to begin your journey to energy, balance, and healing today!

Something swooped down and killed him. Slit his throat, leaving deep claw marks. A second man is struck down the same way. Witnesses claim a dragon slew the man. Detective Dee does not believe in dragons. He takes the case and finds himself in pursuit of a mythological beast that can't possibly exist. But just might! Another exciting tale of mystery, intrigue and suspense in the mythology of ancient China, set in the Victorian London of Sherlock Holmes. Get your copy today.

A young man whose family immigrated to the United States from Taiwan disappears right after his father's death. He was to inherit his father's martial arts school as is the tradition and the lineage sword was to be passed on to him. It to has disappeared and the Polish Dragon P. I. is called in to help find them both. It will not be an easy task as his investigation takes him to Taiwan and into the realm of the Guard Corp who were the protectors of the Chinese Emperor. As of now known only as the Waiting Warriors.

A tai chi student explores the richness of the art (Zheng Manqing/Cheng Man-ch'ing lineage) with the aid of his teacher, Laoshi. Through personal accounts, reflection, and dialogue with Laoshi, we witness the novice’s evolution in his search for the spirit of the art—and the resulting bond forged with his instructor. Together, student and teacher examine the philosophical and martial aspects of tai chi. They demonstrate what it means to pursue principle, and they see the ease with which it can be lost to that trickster and provocateur, the ego. Engaging, sincere, and at times ...

What we think are Asian martial arts is usually derived by Hollywood images, fanciful novels, and a superficial idea of what role combatives played in the long histories of Far Eastern countries. There are only a few people in the world who can truly be called scholars in this field. A leading figure in the USA for the study of Chinese martial traditions is Stanley Henning. This special anthology is a collection of Henning’s superb articles that were previously published in the Journal of Asian Martial Arts, including one he co-wrote with Marnix Wells—a leading British scholar on ...

“Pioneer” — as a noun is defined as “a person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country or area.” As a verb, it means “develop or be the first to use or apply (a new method, area of knowledge, or activity).” This anthology gives the reader the experience of the explorers who went to foreign lands to discover and learn about a specific field of knowledge and skills:the Asian martial arts.The eight chapters included here share a common root in the pioneers' desire to travel far and wide in search for practical martial arts useful in the street as well as for ...

When the ancestry of Xuan Wu's fiancee, Emma, is revealed, it threatens the harmony of the whole Celestial realm. The demons are gathering, powerful alliances are being made, and stone Shen are under threat. However, Xuan Wu is distracted - he must save Emma from the Demon King and give her the elixir of immortality, but at what cost?

Grandmaster Chan represents the sixth generation of the Wah Lum Kung Fu system and has over 60 years of martial arts experience. He has instructed thousands of students and has schools throughout the world. Grandmaster Chan has appeared on national television in Discovery Channel’s Secret of the Warrior’s Power and in ESPN.