Eighteen Chinese Martial Arts Weapons

   Sword The Eighteen Arms list eighteen main weapons of Chinese martial arts. The origin of the list is unclear and there have been disputes over what the eighteen weapons actually are. However, at least one or more of the following weapons will be mentioned:   Dao (sabre)   Qiang (spear)   Jian (straight sword)   Gun also known as Staff

Famous Chinese Martial Arts Novelist Passed away in Sydney

The famous Chinese martial arts writer Liang Yusheng was buried in Macquarie Park Cemetery in northern Sydney on Saturday, January 31, 2009.   Another renowned Chinese martial arts writer Jin Yong sent a condolence wreath to the funeral home.   Liang, whose real name was Chen Wuntong, had been in poor health in recent years. Born to a prominent family in China's southern Guangxi

Martial Arts-based Play Staged on Broadway

performersSoul of Shaolin, the martial arts-driven tale of an orphan boy raised in the ancient ways of monks, ends its limited-engagement run Jan. 31 at the Marquis Theatre. This performance marked the first time a production from China has appeared on Broadway.   Soul of Shaolin is set in ancient China during a time of war. After being separated from his mother when he was a

Extensive Shaolin Kung-Fu

   Shaolin Kung-FuThe Shaolin Monastery is an important center in the development of Chinese martial arts. The name Shaolin comes from the fact that the monastery is nestled in the woods below the shady northern slope of Shaoshi Peak. Shaolin Monastery was built in 495 under the patronage of Emperor Xiaowen (reigned 471-500) of the Northern Wei Dynasty. Historical material

Key Techniques of Wing Chun

   Yin-yangTAN SAO - palm up block A Palm up block where the palm of the hand is straight and the fingers are held together with the thumb cocked in and held against the top side of the hand. By holding the thumb in there is a natural tension gained that helps to catch an opponent's incoming power, if you do not hold in your thumb then you risk the block being weak and

Origin and Development of Wing Chun Kung Fu

   Chinese character "Wing Chun Kungfu"The origin of Wing Chun Kung Fu can be traced back to the Qing Dynasty of over 250 years ago. It was a time when 90% of the Chinese race were ruled by the 10% minority, the Manchus.  The Manchus placed a great amount of unjust law on the Han people.  For instance, the work opportunity of the Han people was

What are Essentials of Taijiquan

1. Straightening The Head Stand straight and hold the head and neck naturally erect, with the mind concentrating on the top. Do not strain or be tense; otherwise, the blood and vital energy cannot circulate smoothly.   2. Correct Position Of Chest And Back Keep the chest slightly inward, which will enable you to sink your breath to the dan tian (lower belly). Do not protrude your chest,

Yip Man and Wing Chun

   Yip ManGrandmaster Yip Man spent his whole life as champion of the cause of Wing Chun Kung Fu. He was responsible for advancing Wing Chun Kung Fu to its eminence today. Yip Man was the first Sifu ever to open a Wing Chun school accessible to the general public. Yip Man began with his training under Chan Wah Soon, the first of three Wing Chun masters to instruct him. He

Taijiquan－A Kind of Widespread Martial Arts

     Everyone can practise Taijiquan. A relaxed, gentle kind of physical activity, Taijiquan conforms to physiological laws and can help people keep fit. Taijiquan can be performed by men and women, the young and the old, the able and the disabled. There is no special requirement for facilities, so long as there is the spacious ground. It does

Common Styles of Chinese Martial Arts

China has one of the longest histories of continuously recorded martial arts tradition of any society in the world, and with hundreds of styles probably the most varied. Over the past two to four thousand years, many distinctive styles have been developed, each with its own set of techniques and ideas. There are also common themes to the different styles, which are often classified by "families"

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