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• Kung Fu Weapons The weapons used by kung fu masters are used to fight at a distance as well as at close range. Eighteen Arms is the term used to describe kung fu weaponry. Saber, spear, sword, halberd, axe, battle axe, hook, fork, whip, mace, hammer, talon,...

• The Difference Between Karate and Kung Fu For many people, especially those who are not familiar with martial arts, the question often arises on what the difference between karate and kung fu is. Upon watching somebody doing martial arts, the untrained eye will find it hard to tell...

• Shaolin Kung Fu for Kids Shaolin is a 1,500 year-old Chan (Zen) Buddhist temple in China that is famous worldwide for its peaceful-looking monks who perform incredible kung fu stunts. You might have seen images or performances of Shaolin kids bending their limbs...

• Before You Buy That Self Defense Product Self-defense products are gaining in popularity because they are effective against attacks, and they don't take as much time to learn. Martial arts or other self-defense courses are great to learn, but for many people, they take too much time to...

• Tips and tricks to get on track with self defense Now, because one can use the web, it's child's play to discover all you desire in regards to self defense. Do you recall the time when you had to consult a dictionary when you wanted to come across anything appropriate to self defense? Do you...

• Kung Fu - How to Pick a Kung Fu School What is the best way to select a Kung Fu school? First, visit the Kung Fu school and, if at all possible, take a few lessons. Observe the students and ask yourself: Are these the types of people I would like to be associated with? Remember that...

• Kung Fu: History And Basic Principles The Term: Historically, the term "Kung Fu" is not really featured in any ancient texts. It was first coined by a Frenchman named Jean Joseph Marie Amiot, a missionary who lived in the 18th Century, in reference to Chinese martial arts. Kung...

• Learning Self Defense At Home Or In Class Whether you live in a small rural area or a bustling city, the need for self defense can occur at any time. You never know when an unfortunate situation may present itself and may call for quick action, including that of self defense. There are a...

• Why Shaolin Kung Fu? Why Shaolin Kung Fu? True, Shaolin Kung Fu is the oldest of the martial arts, arguably dating back to 527 A.D. when an Indian Buddhist Prince came to China to preach in the Shao Lin Temple. But in this day and age, in the Western world, why are...

• Unconventional Personal Self Defense Weapons Many of us believe in the importance of personal self defense. But we may not have skills or training in karate, boxing, or other systems we normally associate with personal self defense, and rely instead upon the advantage of weaponry. Weapons...

• Shaolin Temple: Dawn of Zen and Kung Fu Shaolin Temple in Henan province, China is famous worldwide for its peaceful-looking monks who perform incredible kung fu stunts. For a long time, I have been fascinated by the martial arts skills of Shaolin monks . How are these monks able to...

• Iron Thread is a Powerful System for Achieving Health and Longevity Iron Thread is a complex of exercises developed by Shaolin Temple monks during centuries. Practicing Iron Thread exercises Shaolin Temple monks achieved amazing results in Kung Fu and became invincible fighters. However, besides the fighting...

• Keys Of Hung Gar Kung Fu Mastering 1. While polishing your technique you should never stick out your chest or stomach either when fighting or practicing. It stiffens your body and makes your movements awkward. As a result, you are losing control over your body. While practicing...

• A Brief History of Karate: Part I of III Karate-do, in all its various forms, finds its origins in one place - the Ryukyu islands off the coast of Japan. What we know as one of the most widely practiced systems of self defense and discipline in the world is the result of centuries of...

• How To Empower Yourself With Self Defense Maybe you were bullied in school, or maybe you live in a rough neighborhood - whatever the case you just want to know how to defend yourself. Self-defense training is a way to take back control of your life, rather than cowering when a dangerous ...

• SECRETS OF ANCIENT KUNG FU SOLVE MODERN FITNESS PROBLEM SECRETS OF ANCIENT KUNG FU SOLVE MODERN FITNESS PROBLEM Finally, the gap between intense martial arts aerobics and soft soothing exercise programs which elongate the muscles, such as yoga and Pilate's, has been bridged. A martial arts aerobic has...

• Everything You Need To Know About Judo Uniforms Since it was created in 1882 by Kano Jigoro of Japan, Judo has become one of the most popular martial arts in the world. It is quite a rigorous and physically demanding sport, appearing in several major international sports competitions. As a...

• Tough or Smart - What's Your Most Powerful Self-Defense Weapon: Mind or Body? There are as many approaches to self-defense as there are reasons why people study it. What are YOUR reasons and what approach are YOU using? How confident are you that your efforts will produce the results what you want? What is it about...

• All About Martial Arts and Other Fighting Styles The martial arts make up an exciting sport that is a great tool for self defense and discipline. Training involves intense mental concentration and physical stamina. The key of each technique is to sharpen you thinking to the point that you...

• Batons for Self Defense Contemplating a method of protection is a very serious undertaking. If you are considering such a purchase you need to evaluate your options very carefully. When selecting a tool for self defense the first thing is to consider your own level of...

• Choosing The Right Self Defense Class You just had a close call - you were waiting for the bus after staying at work late. The neighborhood gets a little rough after hours and a suspicious character approached you. Before things could escalate, a handful of people joined you at the...

• Self Defense for Women—Start with a Sense of Confidence Self defense for women has become a huge issue-from domestic violence to date rape, from assault in a parking lot to rapes on a college campus it seems as though women are the prime targets of these crimes, anytime, anywhere. Hundreds and...

• What Are Hard Style and Soft Style Martial Arts? Sometimes one would see references to 'hard' style and 'soft' style martial arts. To many non-martial artists, these terms may be puzzling. In North America, these terms are used to classify martial art styles into two main categories....

• Where To Get Your Martial Arts And Self Defense Equipment When you start training martial arts or Self Defense you will need the adequate martial arts of Self Defense equipment. Both types of equipment are different and you should know what to look for when shopping for martial arts or self defense...

• Self-Defense: What You Need To Know In the world in which we currently live, it is now necessary that one knows how to properly defend themselves or their loved ones if they are in danger of being hurt. This article will become useful if you want to increase your knowledge of basic...

• How to Select Your Martial Arts and Self Defense Equipment The most common place to buy martial arts or self defense equipment is in the local dojo. Most dojos, training centers, etc., have a small store where you can buy or order the martial arts or self defense equipment you need for your practice. ...

• Top 3 Reasons Why Why Self Defense For Women Is Different From Self Defense For The General Public There is a big misconception among the public regarding self-defense – Self-defense tactics and strategy for the general public is the same as self defense for women. Let me tell you a shocking truth that some techniques and strategies taught in...

• The Shaolin Workout - Body and Mind It's most important to stay loose and relaxed in mind and body. To enjoy your life, you must be relaxed. When we were children, our bodies were loose, relaxed, and flexible. We could do splits, flips, jumps, and twists without thinking about it. We...

• God of Judo Kyuzo Mifune became so famous in judo circles that in referring to him the terms 10th Dan alone was sufficient. He was awarded 10th Dan in 1920.Judo legends says that in his 60 years of practise Kyuzo Mifune never lost a match and was never thrown ...

• Newest martial arts study today When we say martial arts, we think of the much publicized Chinese Kung Fu that is graceful yet powerful. Ever since Bruce Lee hit the screen with his Kung Fu flying kicks, people of the West has been mesmerized and in awe of the martial art...

• The Martial Arts and Self-Defense - Emotional Response and Reaction The media has fuelled the perception that ordinary people on the street are in constant danger from violent attack, and self-defense classes promise to counter this fear. To attract students, most martial arts schools in the U.S. teach ...

• Pepper Spray for Self Defense For years police officers have used pepper spray as a non violent method of control in situations such as riots and perpetrators who resist arrest. This spray is also a favorite among hunters and other woodsmen who carry the spray as protection...

• Tips For Self Defense Every day we face the risk of being attacked. Attacked by the street robbers, home intruders, rapists and violent persons of other sort. If you, your relative or a friend are attacked, you have a right to ward off an attack by using a force....

• How To Choose A Self Defense Product Let's face it, martial arts and other physical self-defense courses aren't for everybody. They can be time consuming and expensive for some - and others may not be able to handle the physical strain of them. It is quite a commitment to learn a ...

• No Martial Arts or Self-Defense Technique is Perfect Far too many people who are training in the martial arts or in a self-defense program - including police and security personnel by-the-way - take for granted that all they have to do is learn a few tricks and that's it. When, according to the...

• Women's Self-Defense Against Men When looking at the increasing numbers of reports about violence against women, it is clear that women's self-defense against men is becoming an important issue in today's society. There are many products and techniques designed for women's...

• Self Defense-Is There a Stun Gun in Your Future? With unprecedented and almost uncontrolled amount of crime, personal attacks, robberies and rape incidences, the need for self-defense has gained top priority in our lives. Pepper sprays and stun guns are widely accepted as perfect tools for use in...

• Women's Self-Defense - Why Most Programs Are Wrong Women's self defense issues are constantly in the news and a 'hot' topic for conversations. It seems that everyone from police officers to karate instructors has his or her own philosophy and theories about the how's and why's of self defense for...

• Self Defense-Stun Master-Which One is Best for You When it comes to defending yourself and providing some personal security in a situation that requires more than words and you never have had a handgun, a non lethal self defense weapon has got to be at your side to insure your safety. Of course...

• Ninjutsu Martial Arts Training - Don't Depend on Weapons for Self-Defense This is based on something that I wrote in my "KUBOTAN: Self-Defense Keychain" ebook. And, although the discussion was aimed at the weapon that served as the focus of the book, in actuality, any weapon, modern or traditional, can be substituted. ...

• Florida State University Study Prompts Humane Self-Defense Training Class ROBBINSDALE, Minn. - It has been a common belief that it is better to offer no resistance to attackers, but now a study from the Florida State University Department of Criminology indicates just the opposite. In response to this study, a...

• Why Most Women's Self-Defense Programs Are Wrong In the world of women's self-defense training, there are two generally accepted "schools" of thought. Unfortunately, both take extreme viewpoints and are usually founded on nothing more than the so-called "expert's" beliefs. Without real-world...

• The Exciting History of Judo Judo is based on the movements of Ju-jitsu. The origins of Ju-jitsu can be traced back two thousand years, though it is probable that the forms practised then were more like modern Japanese Sumo wrestling than Judo as we know it. Some historians...

• I Don't Know Much About Martial Arts Except... My only experience in the martial arts was a three week long experiement with kung fu. I went to the class to see what it was like and to learn about the thing that took many of my friends captive on every Tuesday and Thursday night. I cautiously...

• Self Defense Tips To Keep You Safe Do as much as you can to avoid a confrontation - "anticipation and avoidance" are the key words. If you get caught up in a situation, try to talk to an aggressor without provoking them. Practice relaxation, as appearing fearful or stressed can ...

• Martial Arts - Judo versus BJJ This is one of the hottest topics up for debate in the martial arts community and quite frankly I don't think either side understands the other's point of view. The bulk of the issue stems from the many misconceptions of the two respective arts...

• Blended Martial Arts for Self Defense I’ve never been one to enjoy performing hours and hours of kata. That doesn’t mean I don’t like to practice my martial arts moves, just that I prefer them to be more active and realistic. Over the years, I have searched for an effective martial...

• On the Home Front: Women's Self Defense in the World War II Era During the World War II era Rosie was not only learning riveting, she was learning self defense. With men away at the frontlines, and many nations the world over facing the real specter of hostile invasion, women's self defense became a matter of...

• The Origins of Tai Chi The Origins of Tai Chi The principles of Tai Chi were established by Taoist hermits and evolved as a martial fighting art called Tai Chi Chuan. The early Tai Chi teachers were mystical figures however; the exception was Chang San-Feng,...

• Martial Arts - It's All About The Basics Ask any professional how they became good at their martial arts skills and they will tell you practice. Ask them what they practiced and you will most likely hear "the fundamentals" or "the basics." I once interviewed 13 great martial artists. ...

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