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James W. DeMile is one of the few people to whom Bruce Lee ever taught the power punch; not because it is difficult, but because Bruce wanted to keep it an exclusive technique. At the time, the author agreed with Lee. But now, he believes it is time the striking power and techniques be taught to all who wish to learn them.
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In 1960, James W. DeMile began his martial arts career in Seattle, Washington, under the direction fo Bruce Lee. He had the pleasure of assisting Bruce Lee in developing many of the principles of the original Jeet Kune Do. It was also DeMile's privilege to appear with Bruce Lee in his
One of the foremost autorities on modern Wing Chun, DeMile is listed in Bob Wall's Who's Who in the Martial Arts. He has appeared in numerous national and international magazines, in the movie, The Last Adventure, and on TV both in Hawaii and the Mainland. He is Executive Producer of J. I. M. Film Productions. He is the author of the highly-acclaimed Tao of Wing Chun Do, Volumes 1 and 2. He has designed the single and multiple reflex timers, the unique Wing Chun Do dummy and various other training devices for more creative learning. He has his Master's degree in Psychology and his doctorate n Hypnotherapy.
In this specialized training manual, DeMile presents a simple but orgainzed approach to one of Bruce Lee's dynamic techniques. The material is presented on such a way that anyone can learn this punch effectively, regardless of his martial arts background.
Contents
Cautions to be Observed
Introduction
Chapter I-Mind Development
Control and Direction of Thoughts
Control and Direction of Breathing
Chapter II-Physical Development
Primary Areas of Development
Wrist Roll
Tiger Pushups
Hand Grips
Isometrics
Overview of Chapters 3 and 4
Chapter III-Exercises to Develop the Floating Punch
Introduction
Ready Stances for the Floating Punch
Coordination Exercises Using the Knee
Coordination Exercises Using the Hands
Paper Striking Exercises
Imaginary and Real Striking Points
Chapter IV-The Floating Punch
Long and Short Range Floating Punch
Application of teh Floating Punch
Four Movements of the Long Range Floating Punch
Heavy Bag Techniques
Demonstration Tips
In 1960, James W. DeMile began his martial arts career in Seattle, Washington, under the direction fo Bruce Lee. He had the pleasure of assisting Bruce Lee in developing many of the principles of the original Jeet Kune Do. It was also DeMile's privilege to appear with Bruce Lee in his
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book, The Philosophical Art of Self Defense.One of the foremost autorities on modern Wing Chun, DeMile is listed in Bob Wall's Who's Who in the Martial Arts. He has appeared in numerous national and international magazines, in the movie, The Last Adventure, and on TV both in Hawaii and the Mainland. He is Executive Producer of J. I. M. Film Productions. He is the author of the highly-acclaimed Tao of Wing Chun Do, Volumes 1 and 2. He has designed the single and multiple reflex timers, the unique Wing Chun Do dummy and various other training devices for more creative learning. He has his Master's degree in Psychology and his doctorate n Hypnotherapy.
In this specialized training manual, DeMile presents a simple but orgainzed approach to one of Bruce Lee's dynamic techniques. The material is presented on such a way that anyone can learn this punch effectively, regardless of his martial arts background.
Contents
Cautions to be Observed
Introduction
Chapter I-Mind Development
Control and Direction of Thoughts
Control and Direction of Breathing
Chapter II-Physical Development
Primary Areas of Development
Wrist Roll
Tiger Pushups
Hand Grips
Isometrics
Overview of Chapters 3 and 4
Chapter III-Exercises to Develop the Floating Punch
Introduction
Ready Stances for the Floating Punch
Coordination Exercises Using the Knee
Coordination Exercises Using the Hands
Paper Striking Exercises
Imaginary and Real Striking Points
Chapter IV-The Floating Punch
Long and Short Range Floating Punch
Application of teh Floating Punch
Four Movements of the Long Range Floating Punch
Heavy Bag Techniques
Demonstration Tips
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ISBN
981642027
Publication
Tao of Wing Chun Do Publications 204 Wildwood Road Quilcene, WA 98376