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From the traditions, history, and evolution of kung fu to the subtleties of advanced wing chun techinques and tactics, Mastering Kung Fu has everything you need to develop your skill and take your training to the next level.
Mastering Kung Fu introduces these advanced concepts reflecting that
Centelrine theory.
Two lines of offense and defense.
Three reference points.
Five-line (dimensional) theory.
Five phases of combat.
Six gates concept.
Kiu sau (bridge arm) employment concepts.
Chi sau (sticking hand) concepts.
You will see how space and time factor into successful, tactical maneuvers. Then, by combining these principles with detailed instruction on advanced techniques, you will be able to add the concepts to your own arsenal to improve your combat skills-even if you are an established black belt!
In addition, you will discover the ancient combat secrets of the monks by tracing the evolution of Shaolin Kung Fu from the Northern Temples to the Southern Temples. Learn how the Chan Buddhist philosophy of universal harmony has influenced the advancement of Wing Cun Kung Fu, and how it conributes to the way in which kung fu is performed today.
Contents
Foreword
Acknowledgments
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1 Northern and Southern Shaolin kung fu development
Chapter 2 Genesis of Shaolin wing chun and hung fa yi history
Chapter 3 Philosophy and etiquette of hung fa yi wing chun
Chapter 4 Core of hung fa yi science: Space, time, and energy
Chapter 5 Wing chun formula
Chapter 6 Siu nim tau level of science and skill development
Chapter 7 Chum kiu level of science and skill development
Chapter 8 Biu ji level of science and skill development
Chapter 9 Hung fa yi wooden dummy and weapons
Epilogue
Glossary
Index
About the authors
Mastering Kung Fu introduces these advanced concepts reflecting that
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science plays as much a role in kung fu as art:Centelrine theory.
Two lines of offense and defense.
Three reference points.
Five-line (dimensional) theory.
Five phases of combat.
Six gates concept.
Kiu sau (bridge arm) employment concepts.
Chi sau (sticking hand) concepts.
You will see how space and time factor into successful, tactical maneuvers. Then, by combining these principles with detailed instruction on advanced techniques, you will be able to add the concepts to your own arsenal to improve your combat skills-even if you are an established black belt!
In addition, you will discover the ancient combat secrets of the monks by tracing the evolution of Shaolin Kung Fu from the Northern Temples to the Southern Temples. Learn how the Chan Buddhist philosophy of universal harmony has influenced the advancement of Wing Cun Kung Fu, and how it conributes to the way in which kung fu is performed today.
Contents
Foreword
Acknowledgments
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1 Northern and Southern Shaolin kung fu development
Chapter 2 Genesis of Shaolin wing chun and hung fa yi history
Chapter 3 Philosophy and etiquette of hung fa yi wing chun
Chapter 4 Core of hung fa yi science: Space, time, and energy
Chapter 5 Wing chun formula
Chapter 6 Siu nim tau level of science and skill development
Chapter 7 Chum kiu level of science and skill development
Chapter 8 Biu ji level of science and skill development
Chapter 9 Hung fa yi wooden dummy and weapons
Epilogue
Glossary
Index
About the authors
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ISBN
736045686
Publication
Human Kinetics P.O. Box 5076 Champaign, IL 61825-5076