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Chinese martial arts books, VCDs or DVDs outside of China, I'm offering them
through this site. The list below contains only fraction of martial arts
materials available now on Chinese
market. New items will be added to the list periodically. At this moment payments by checks, bank transfers, Western Union and Moneygram money transfers as well as International Postal Money Orders (all in US dollars) are acceptable for all items listed.
(video compact discs) are very popular in Asia. The quality of the picture is at least as good as that of VHS tapes. All are narrated in standard Chinese (Mandarin/Putonghua), some also have narration in Cantonese. They can be played on PCs and iMacs with CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drives and software like Windows Media Player or similar. Most DVD players can also play VCDs, but I would suggest that you first check the manual. To learn more about VCDs and download free VCD playing software click here.
offered are all NTSC without area limitation - can be played on any DVD player all over the world. They contain subtitles in simplified and traditional Chinese, as well as in ENGLISH. Many of them are also narrated in both Chinese and ENGLISH. Instructional VCDs and DVDs provide clear instructions, which can be easily followed even if you do not understand the language.
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COMPLETE LIST OF PRODUCTS |
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Di Guoyong [DVD] | Xingyiquan | DGYdvd1-10 |
Li Bingci [DVD] | Northern Wu Style Taijiquan | BCdvd1-6 |
Sun Jianyun [DVD] | Sun Style Taijiquan | SZJdvd1-3 |
Chen Yongfu [DVD] | Small Frame (Xiao Jia) of Chen Style Taijiquan | XJdvd1-7 |
Zhang Zhijun [DVD] | New Frame of Chen Style Taijiquan and its Combat Applications | ZZJdvd1-3 |
Qiao Songmao [DVD] | Wu (Yuxiang) Style Taijiquan | QSMdvd1-3 |
You Xuande [DVD] | Wudang Martial Arts | WDdvd1-8 |
Chen Yongfa [DVD] | Choy Lee Fut (Cai Li Fo) | CLdvd1-6 |
Zhang Quanliang [DVD] | Liang Style Baguazhang | ZQLdvd1-11 |
Bo Jiacong [DVD] | Yi Quan | BJCdvd1-3 |
Wang Haizhou [DVD] | Zhaobao Taijiquan | ZBdvd1-3 |
Chen Zhenglei [DVD] | New Frame (Xin Jia) of Chen Family Taijiquan | CZLdvd1-6X |
Yang Zhenduo [DVD] | Yang Family Taijiquan, Straight Sword and Saber | YZDdvd1-4 |
Chen Zhenglei [DVD] | Old Frame (Lao Jia) of Chen Family Taijiquan | CZLdvd1-5 |
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Gao Jiwu | Baguazhang of Gao Family | GJW1-4 |
Tian Keyan | Yin Yang Baguazhang of Tian Family | KY1-3 |
Liu Jingru | Cheng Style Baguazhang | JR1-7 |
Kang Gewu | A Course in Baguazhang (Jiang Rongqiao Style) | KGW1&2 |
Zhang Quanliang | Liang Style Baguazhang | ZQL1-11 |
Zhang Fengjie | Bagua Taijiquan | ZFJ1-7 |
Sun Zhijun | Swimming Body Bagua Linked Palms (Cheng Tinghua Style) | SZJ1-6 |
XINYI-XINGYI-YI QUAN VCDs: |
Guo Jingang | Dai Family Xinyiquan | GJG |
Cao Zhiqing | Practice Methods of Xingyiquan | CZQ |
Wang Deming | Hebei Xingyiquan | WDM1-4 |
Zhang Xuxi | Mind Sword | ZZS1-2 |
Li Hong | Shang Style Xingyiquan | YX1-11 |
Liu Fuquan | Zhao Family Xingyiquan | LFQ |
Liu Dingyi | Xingyi Jiuzhou Stick and Xingyi Six Harmonies Sword | DY1-2 |
Di Guoyong | Xingyiquan (Hebei Style) | DGY1-10 |
Li Hong | Xingyiquan Competition Routines | XYC1-8 |
Li Rubo | Henan Xinyi Liuhe Quan | XYLH1-4 |
Bo Jiacong | Yi Quan (Intent Boxing) | BJC1-6 |
Yao Chengrong | Essentials of Chinese Yi Quan (Intent Boxing) | YCR1&2 |
Various Performers | Shanxi Province Xingyiquan (includes Dai Family Xinyiquan) | SXY1&2 |
OTHER INTERNAL ARTS VCDs: |
Tan Benlun | Wudang Neijiaquan of Zhang Songxi | TBL1-13 |
Li Kaibin | Internal Martial Arts of Shen Zirong | LKB1-7 |
Sun Xiang | Wudang Coiling Dragon Boxing | SX1-9 |
Su Hongwei and others | Yexing School of Wudang Internal Boxing | SHW1-6 |
Wang Junyan | Wuji Boxing | WJY1-2 |
Wang Anlin | Wensheng Boxing | WAL1-10 |
Lin Qingsong | Wan Laisheng's Fighting Methods of Natural Boxing | LQS1-3 |
You Minsheng | Songxi Neijiaquan | YMS1-7 |
Wang Zhaohui | Wudang Chunyang Boxing | WZH1-9 |
Duan Baohua | Liang Yi Style of Point Striking | BH1-14 |
Du Feihu | Natural Boxing of Du Xinwu | ZR1-13 |
Liu Yiming | Chang Naizhou's Boxing | CN1-9 |
You Xuande | Wudang Martial Arts | WD1-9 |
Liu Suibin | Taoist Martial Arts from Qingcheng Mountain | QC1-9 |
Qiao Xiuchuan | Da Bei Quan (Great Compassion Boxing) | DBQ |
OTHER STYLES VCDs: |
Chen Xiaoxing, Chen Bing: "Chenjiagou Chen Style Taijiquan" set of VCDs: | ||
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Chen Style Taijiquan, generally considered to be the oldest branch of Taijiquan, originated in Chenjiagou Village in Henan Province. It is still where Chen clan lives and practices the family art. This material on this set is presented by two clan members. Chen Xiaoxing, younger brother of Chen Xiaowang and student of Chen Zhaopei and Chen Zhaokui, is the head of Chenjiagou Taijiquan School. Chen Bing is Chen Xiaowang's nephew and his student, and coach at the school. Narrated both in Chinese and ENGLISH:
1.Old Frame First Routine of Chen Family Taijiquan (Chen Shi Taijiquan
Lao Jia Yi Lu, most important routine of the system, developing soft,
relaxed power, special body mechanics, coordination and root);
instructions & demos: Chen Xiaoxing, (2 discs/1 box), USD14.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (9 discs/6 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD68.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Xiao Tieseng: "Internal Martial Arts of Xiao Family - Imperial Yang Style Taijiquan" set of VCDs: | ||
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Internal Martial Arts of Xiao Family include Yang Style Taijiquan, Bagua and Xingyi. It was Xiao Gongzhuo, who became famous for his skills in internal martial arts and started the tradition of teaching them within the clan. Xiao Gongzhuo practiced martial arts since childhood under guidance of his father, late Qing dynasty military official. At the age of sixteen he started to learn Chinese wrestling and Shaolin Boxing from Zhang Fengyan; later he studied Cheng style Baguazhang from Li Wenbiao, Tongbei Boxing from Zhan Ce (nicknamed "Divine Hand"), Hao style Taijiquan from Hao Weizhen, Li style Taijiquan from Li Ruidong, as well as very rare Funei (Imperial) branch of Yang style Taijiquan from Fu Jiechen. This set of VCDs is presented by Xiao Tieseng, son of Xiao Gongzhuo and current inheritor of the style; it focuses on Imperial Yang style Taijiquan. According to practitioners of this style this was the original art that Yang Luchan taught just after he arrived to Beijing, and which included ten sets. The versions popular now were all modified by Yang Banhou (Yang Luchan's son), who was upset that his father taught the complete art openly, and decided to spread a trimmed version that had only one Large Frame set. While this story is hard to verify, this set presents a rare version of Yang style and introduces many methods not existing in its more popular branches: 1.Wudang Health Preserving Methods (Wudang
Yangsheng Gongfa,
set of exercises improving balance, flexibility and developing internal
power; include Small Internal Method, Five Elements Methods, etc.); (1
disc/1 box), USD9.00 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (16 discs/13 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD128.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Tan Benlun: "Wudang Neijiaquan of Zhang Songxi" series of VCDs: | ||
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This set of VCDs is so far the most complete presentation of Songxi Neijiaquan, the first internal style recorded in 17th century writings by Huang Baijia and Huang Zongxi. Based on specific fighting strategy that focuses on adapting one's own fighting method to that of the opponent, taking initiative in combat by following his movements, Songxi Neijiaquan uses fast, dynamic techniques, combines softness in defence and hardness in attack. The style contains whole range of kicking, striking, grappling and throwing methods allows us to better understand what was at the root of modern "neijia" styles. The set also includes routines from other internal systems. Demonstrated by Tan Benlun from Nanchong city in western China Sichuan Province, 19th generation inheritor of Songxi Neijiaquan, member of standing committee of Wudang Boxing Research Association: 1."Swallow Boxing" routine (Yanzi
Quan, basic routine of the style); Price: USD9.00 for each item (Sh&H not included); all items are one discs/one box. Special Offer: USD108.00 for the complete set of 13 discs/13 boxes (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Shi Dejun: "Shaolin Martial Arts" set of VCDs: | ||
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Another set on traditional Shaolin Martial Arts
presenting many classical and less known routines of the school. Released
by Shi Dejun, the 31st generation "warrior monk" (Wu Seng) from
Shaolin Temple, one of "Ten Best Martial Arts Teachers" in China. Since
1983 Shi Dejun began Shaolin boxing practice under Su Fa old monk from
Shaolin temple; later on he became last disciple of renowned warrior-monk
Master Su Xi; Shi Dejun also learnt Praying Mantis Boxing from famous Li
Zhaoyuan of Shandong. He has also been teaching Shaolin martial arts to
special units of Chinese police forces: 1.Shaolin Long Fist Boxing (Shaolin Chang Quan,
Long Fist Boxing in 32 postures, created by Zhao Kuangyin, first emperor
of Song dynasty) Price: USD9.00 for each item (Sh&H not included); all items are one discs/one box. Special Offer: Entire set (26 discs/26 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD230.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Li Kaibin: "Martial Arts of Shen Zirong" set of VCDs: | ||
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Late Shen Zirong was a famous martial artist who
studied under many renowned masters of his times. He learnt Yang style
Taijiquan from Yang Chengfu and Xu Yusheng (Yang Jianhou's disciple); Liu
Fengchun's Baguazhang from Xu Yusheng as well as Dai Shi Xinyiquan from
Dai Kui. Being also a famous expert of Traditional Chinese Medicine and
Qigong Shen combined the methods he learnt into what his students later
called "Shen's Martial Methods" (Shen Shi Wuji). The Methods
contain Neigong (Internal Methods) based on Hunyuan "One Qi" Qigong,
Shaolin arts, Taiji and Xinyi/Xingyi. They are not only fighting methods,
but also health preserving exercises that proved themselves effective in
healing many chronic diseases. Demonstrated by Li Kaibin, Shen
Zirong's grand-student and disciple of Fu Yanchen (master of Xinyi
Taijiquan): |
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Various Performers: "Red Fist Boxing" set of VCDs: | ||
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Red Fist Boxing (Hong Quan) is a traditional martial art practiced in the countryside of Shaanxi Province. With its roots in Shaolin Temple it is characterized by strong, fast, whip-like hand techniques, agile footwork, large postures, and a wide variety of kicks. Red Fist Boxing emphasizes round movements, power is soft on the outside and hard inside, steps are light. Its combat strategy stresses "clever" fighting, defeating the opponent with footwork, entering and striking with the body. Demonstrations and step-by-step instructions by experts of traditional Hong Quan from Shaanxi Province Local Martial Arts Research Association:
1."Knight Boxing" routine (Xia Quan); demonstrated by Shao Zhiyong Note: Entire set (13 discs/13 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD118.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Zhang Xuxi: "Mind Sword" set of VCDs: | ||
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Intent Swordsmanship (Yi Jian) is a branch of Yi Quan (Intent/Mind Boxing) based on the teachings of Wang An'ping, one of the most famous modern Yi Quan experts. Zhang Xuxi, a student of Wang An'ping, gives very detailed explanations of the basics of the style (standing methods), through five different moving sequences, to the advanced form of sword; focus is on adjusting the "inside" (internal organs) and "outside" (bones, tendons) of the body, training various strengths using visualizations, gradual development of skill. Very interesting not only for Yi Quan practitioners, but also to those interested in health benefits of martial arts as well as the mechanics of internal martial arts: 1.Hunyuan Methods in Stillness (Hunyuan Jing Gong,
detailed explanations of various standing postures on different leves) Price: USD9.00 for each item (Sh&H not included); all items are one disc/one box. |
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Sun Xiang: "Wudang Coiling Dragon Boxing" set of VCDs: | ||
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Coiling Dragon Boxing is a rare martial art with legendary origins in Wudang Mountains. It combines both external and internal practice methods, stresses the use of strength, intent and breathing to develop striking skills. The style has been transmitted within Sun clan in Hebei Province and is currently taught by Sun Xiang, its "Gate Keeper". Sun Xiang is the main martial arts coach of Special Training Base of China Police University and has extensive experience in combat. For this reason he has a very realistic, no-nonsense approach to Coiling Dragon Boxing methods and his teachings focus on practical applications of the style. Sun Xiang gives clear explanations of the movements always referring to their possible applications.
1.Martial Arts Basics (Lian Wu Ji Ben Gong, basic exercises
developing strength and flexibility of all parts of the body, especially
legs and waist);
(2 discs/1 box), USD12.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (15 discs/9 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD99.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Wu Xinliang: "Emei Martial Arts" set of VCDs: | ||
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Emei Martial Arts come from Emei Mountain in Sichuan Province and are consider one of three - along with Wudang and Shaolin - famous schools of Chinese Martial Arts. Emei styles have been strongly influenced by martial arts practiced in China's Central Plains, as well as Buddhism and Taoism. Emei styles combine both hardness Shaolin styles are known for, with internal breathing methods characteristic to Wudang. Emei Martial Arts are divided into eight main branches with Yue, Hua and Zhao being the most famous. Wu Xinliang, the most famous expert of Emei Martial Arts, has not only learnt from many renowned masters, but served as the first coach of Sichuan Sanda team. Wu is also the creator of Emei Soft Pushing Method: 1.Basics of Emei Boxing (Emei Pan Gong,
exercises improving balance and flexibility); Price: USD9.00 for each item (Sh&H not included); all items are one disc/one box. Note: Entire set (17 discs/17 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD148.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Wang Deming: "Hebei Xingyiquan" set of VCDs: | ||
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Hebei Xingyiquan is one of two main branches of the style, which produced most famous Xingyiquan fighters of 19th and 20th century. With stress on training in basics, perfecting a limited number of techniques instead of learning numerous routines, the style has become popular in China and abroad. The set contains not only basic methods of the system, but also many less known empty hand routines. General instructions by Wang Deming as well as his teacher - Pan Zhiyuan, a disciple of famous Xingyiquan master Wang Jiwu (known in the West for his set of Xingyi Neigong). All movements are demonstrated by Wang Deming: 1.Basics - Five Elements Fists (Wu Xing Quan),
Five Elements Linked Fists (Wu Xing Lianhuan Quan), Five Elements
Combined into One (Wu Xing Quan He Yi) All items are 1 disc/1 box Price: USD58.00 for the set of 4 discs/4 boxes (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). Note: The set contain some simple explanations (subtitles) in English. |
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Xia Liwen: "Practical Sanda" set of VCDs: | ||
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Sanda has already become a recognized
sport combining various fighting techniques of traditional Chinese martial arts.
Gaining growing popularity both in China and abroad, it is known for using
a variety of fighting methods, including not only punching and kicking,
but also throwing. This set, presented by Xia Liwen, Sanda coach of
Chinese People's Armed Police Units, is divided into two parts. The first
one explains basic fist techniques, their combinations and practical
applications in attack and defense; the second part focuses on kicking
techniques - basic drills, practice methods, combinations and practical
applications. |
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Gao Zhuangwen and others: "Northern Wu Style Taijiquan" set of VCDs: | ||
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This set focuses on one of two main branches of Wu style Taijiquan, created by (Wu) Quanyou, and taught in Beijing by Wang Maozhai, his student Yang Yuting and then Wang Peisheng. Wang Peisheng is one of the most renowned Taijiquan experts of our times, famous not only for his deep understanding of traditional Chinese martial arts, but also practical fighting skills. The material is explained by Wang Peisheng's disciples, including Gao Zhuangfei, Wang's student since 1950s who also learnt from Yang Yuting for many years. This is one of the most interesting sets on Wu Style Taijiquan released in the recent years: 1."Wu Style Taijiquan in 83
Movements as taught by Yang Yuting" (Yang Yuting Chuan Wu Shi Taijiquan
Ba Shi San Shi); (3 discs/3 boxes), USD18.00 (Sh&H not included) |
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Zhang Yongtao: "Yang Chengfu's Large Frame Yang Style Taijiquan" set of VCDs: | ||
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Yang Chengfu was the most famous master of Yang Style Taijiquan, who made the art popular all over China. Large Frame (Da Jia) taught by Yang Chengfu has become the standard and best known form of Taijiquan. Yang Chengfu taught many students both in Northern and Southern China. Cui Yishi was his most prominent disciple who taught the style in Beijing. The material in the set is explained by Zhang Yongtao, grandson of Cui Yishi. Zhang learnt Yang Style Taijiquan since childhood from his grandfather, and is the vice-president of Beijing Yang Style Taijiquan Research Association: 1."Yang Chengfu's Large
Frame (Da Jia) Yang Style Taijiquan" (Yang Chengfu Shi Yang Shi
Dajia Taijiquan); (3 discs/3 boxes), USD18.00 (Sh&H not included) |
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Yin Shuzeng: "Cannon Boxing of Three Emperors" set of VCDs: | ||
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Cannon Boxing of Three Emperors is one of the most respected martial arts in China, known for its no-nonsense attitude towards practice and strong focus on methods effective in real combat. It is one of four famous Chinese martial arts (along with Cha, Hua and Hong Boxing). It was the obligatory style for all members of Huiyou Caravan Escort Bureau, the most famous such organization in Northern China. in 1930s and 40s its members took active part in battles against Japanese invaders. The style is famous for its explosive use of power, combining softness with hardness, firm stances and agile footwork. Yin Shuzeng who explains the movements in this set, is one of the main experts of the style in China, and a disciple of late Li Yaochen (famous for creating a set of broadsword methods for Chinese guerilla troops fighting Japanese army in 1930s): 1."First Routine of Li Yaochen's Cannon
Boxing of Three Emperors - Heavenly Emperor" (Li Yaochen Chuan San
Huang Pao Chui Di Yi Tang - Tian Huang) Note: Entire set (6 discs/6 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD50.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Li Yuchuan: "Basic Combat Skills of Lost Track Boxing (Mi Zong Quan)" set of VCDs: | ||
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Lost Track Boxing (Mi Zong Quan) is a famous martial art from northern China. It gained its popularity after Huo Yuanjia defeated Japanese fighters in Shanghai and established Jingwu Sports Association in 1909. The style combines external and internal practice methods, emphasizes combat skills developed not only through individual, but also specific training with partner. This set, which is the second part of the set earlier released by Li Yuchuan, focuses on matched methods and presents rare empty hand and weapons routines of Mi Zong Quan system. Demonstrated and explained by Li Yuchuan, 7th generation "Gate Keeper" of Lost Track Boxing: 1.Two-person Power Developing Exercises
(Shuang Ren Quanshu Jinli Lianxi, special exercises with partner
for power development), (1 disc/1 box), USD9.00 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (12 discs/9 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD88.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Gao Jiwu: "Baguazhang of Gao Family" set of VCDs: | ||
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Baguazhang (Eight Trigram Boxing) is one of three internal styles known for its agile footwork developed by famous practice of circle walking. Originally taught in Beijing by Dong Haichuan, the art evolved into many branches popularized by Dong's students. Baguazhang practice has been carried in Gao family for three generations. Gao Wencheng was a disciple of two of Dong Haichuan's students: Yin Fu (Dowager Cixi bodyguard) and Liu Dekuan, famous for his Big Spear skills. Gao Ziying (Gao Wencheng's son) not only learnt from his father, but also studied under Guo Gumin, famous disciple of Liang Zhenpu. Currently the family tradition is carried by Gao Jiwu, Gao Ziying's son, who teaches all three (Yin, Liu and Liang) styles of Baguazhang. Gao Jiwu provides detailed explanations of the material presented in this set; he is also vice-president of Beijing Baguazhang Research Association: 1."Liang Zhenpu's Fixed Postures
Eight Palms" (Liang Zhenpu Shi Ding Shi Ba Zhang, basic drills of
Baguazhang - circle walking while maintaining eight different hand
postures; develop correct body structure and internal skill); (1 disc/1
box), USD8.00 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (6 discs/6 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD48.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Wang Dianzhen: "Yang Family Taijiquan of Yang Jianhou" set of VCDs: | ||
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Yang Style Taijiquan, the most popular style of Taijiquan, has developed into many branches of which the one coming from Yang Jianhou is relatively unknown. Yang Jianhou, son of invincible Yang Luchan, did not have many students, and even less became his in-door disciples and received full transmission. This set is probably the first video material ever showing this style as taught by Yang Jianhou to He Shouyan, Yang's disciple, often referred to as "Middle Frame" of Yang Style Taijiquan. Presented by Wang Dianchen from Beijing, who learnt from He Shouyan for over 25 years, this set explains details of both empty hand and weapons routines of Yang Jianhou's system, showing many unknown sets and methods: 1."Traditional Routine of Yang
Style Taijiquan in Thirteen Postures as taught by Yang Jianhou" (Yang
Jianhou Chuan Yang Shi Taijiquan Chuantong Taolu Shi San Shi, rare
traditional routine in 87 movements different - in movements, powers,
practice method - from popular Large Frame taught by Yang Chengfu);
(3 discs/3 boxes), USD18.00 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (6 discs/6 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD48.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Su Hongwei and others: "Yexing School of Wudang Internal Boxing" set of VCDs: | ||
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Yexing (literally - "Night Track")School of Wudang Internal Boxing is an old style developed in Wudang Mountains - the cradle of Taoist martial arts. The style combines soft methods similar to Taiji, with more explosive, fast movements similar to Xingyiquan. It stresses importance of stillness in movement, borrowing opponent's power, using hardness within softness, moving "like clouds in the sky and water in the stream", releasing like "a striking lightning". The system is taught and practiced in stages: first one practices the Shape (Xing) - movements of the style; then Qi - combines the movements with breathing; Strength (Li) - power releases are incorporated into movements; Intent (Yi) - movements are guided by intent/mind; Relaxation and Agility (Song Ling); Heaviness (Chen Zhong); Emptiness and Neutralization (Xu Hua); Simplicity (Hun Yuan); the highest level is to Become Natural (Da Ziran). The system puts heavily emphasizes meditation rooted in Taoist longevity practices. The methods of the system include standing exercises, soft sets, explosive sets, and are designed to develop internal strength and then teach how to apply it in movement, release power, neutralize, etc. The movements are relaxed, practitioner moves like a "swimming dragon or flying eagle". The set is demonstrated by Su Hongwei, Gao Xudong and other 3rd generations experts of the style, which is taught in Shi Ren Mountain area of Henan Province: 1."Basics - Five Elements Standing
Pole" (Wu Xing Zhuang, basic, simple standing methods,
necessary to development of internal skill, strengthening tendons
and bones, performed both in stillness and movement); instructions&demos:
Su Hongwei, (1 disc/1
box), USD9.00 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (7 discs/6 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD58.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Wu Wenhan: "Wu Yuxiang's Wu Style Taijiquan" set of VCDs: | ||
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Wu Style Taijiquan, although belongs to five main style sof Taijiquan, is still relatively unknown. Wu Yuxiang, student of Yang Luchan and Chen Qingping, created a style of his own, with very complete practice methods and deep theory, which later was adopted by all other branches of Taijiquan. Because Wu Yuxiang and his disciples were all educated, Wu style is often referred to as "scholar's Taijiquan", where understanding of principles and theory is very important for development of skill. Presented by Wu Wenhan, famous expert of the style and renowned Taijiquan scholar. Mr Wu Wenhan was a student of Li Shengduan (disciple of famous Hao Weizhen): 1."Wu Yuxiang's Wu Style Taijiquan" (Wu
Yuxiang Shi Wu Shi Taijiquan, traditional routine of Wu Style
Taijiquan as inherited by Li Shengduan); (3 discs/3
boxes), USD21.00 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (4 discs/4 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD30.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Zhou Shiqin: "Li Style Taijiquan of Li Ruidong" set of VCDs: | ||
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Li Style Taijiquan (also known as "Taiji Five Stars Strikes") was created by Li Ruidong and Wang Lanting (student of Yang Luchan) and combines elements of Chuojiao Boxing, Bagua, Xinyi with old Yang Style Taijiquan. Its movements are relaxed and linked, softness is coupled with hardness, all movements can be applied in both attack and defense. Special emphasis is put on developing strength of the lower body, many movements are performed with "power release". The set is presented by Zhou Shiqin, student of Gao Ruizhou (one of Li Ruidong's main disciples): 1."Traditional Routine of Li Style
Taijiquan in Thirteen Postures as taught by Li Ruidong" (Li
Ruidong Chuan Li Shi Taijiquan Chuantong Taolu Shi San Shi,
traditional long routine in 136 movements, divided into four
sections named according to four seasons of the year); (3 discs/3
boxes), USD21.00 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (5 discs/5 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD38.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Li Zheng: "Yang Style Taijiquan" set of VCDs: | ||
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This set introduces both traditional and competition routines of Yang Style Taijiquan, Pushing Hands as well as rarely taught Internal Skill and Mind Methods (Neigong Xinfa). Traditional routine belongs to Yang Chengfu's tradition as passed by Zhao Bin, Yang's relative and disciple. Li Zheng, who demonstrates and explains the material, not only studied Yang Chengfu's version from late Zhao Bin, but learnt rare Imperial Yang Style Taijiquan from Zhai Yingbo and Wudang Taijiquan from Wang Guangde (Taoist monk from Wudang Mountains). This set is one of the most detailed materials on this popular style of Taijiquan: 1.Lecture on Taiji Theory,
Internal Skill and Mind Methods (Taijiquan Neigong Xinfa, detailed
explanations of Taiji basic and more advanced concepts, theory and
principles; Note: this is a lecture, without any demonstrations); (3 discs/3
boxes), USD20.00 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (15 discs/15 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD100.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Wang Junyan: "Wu Ji Boxing" set of VCDs: | ||
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According to its practitioners Wu Ji Boxing was created by Yue Fei - famous Song dynasty general and Chinese patriot. The style was taught by Yue Fei to his soldiers, who never lost any battle to Jin invaders. The movements of the system are simple and direct, great emphasis is attached to speed, power development, power release; practical fighting skills are based on changes of basic techniques. The style resembles both Shaolin Boxing and Xingyiquan; its theory and oral history make it a relative of the latter one. The system is composed of three main parts - empty hand methods, weapons and medicine. Martial methods stress importance of correct postures and powers. The system has twelve routines which imitate movements and intent of twelve animals; each of the routines is linked to one of twelve main meridians on human body. Demonstrated and explained by Wang Junyan, 6th generation inheritor of Wu Ji Boxing. 1."Wu Mu (Yue Fei) Boxing in
Seventy Two Postures" (Wu Mu Quan Qi Shi Er Shi, basics of the
style, a routine in 72 postures composed of main techniques of the style); (2 discs/1
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Gao Liancheng: "Combat Wu (Yuxiang) Style Taijiquan" set of VCDs: | ||
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This set introduces both a version of Wu (Yuxiang) Style Taijiquan as passed by late Chen Gu'an, famous master of the style known for his fighting skills. Chen was a grand-disciple of renowned Hao Weizhen, and developed modified version of Wu Style Taijiquan by combining traditional material with his over 70 years experience of Taiji form, pushing hands practice as well as fighting experience. Chen was known for his no-nonsense attitude towards Taijiquan and ability to use the art in real fighting. His style is often referred to as New Frame of Wu Style Taijiquan and is characterized by great variety of fighting techniques that were incorporated into formal sets. The set also contains old sets as taught by late master Yao Jizu. Demonstrated by Gao Liancheng, Chen Gu'an's disciple, head of the Zhengzhou Wu Style Taijiquan Committee: 1.Basic Methods (Wu Pai
Taijiquan Jiben Gongfa, 18 basic methods, including breathing
exercises and short combinations of fist strikes, sweeps and kicks); (1 disc/1
box), USD9.00 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (24 discs/14 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD150.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Li Hongqi: "Traditional Old Frame and Sparring of Wu (Yuxiang) Style Taijiquan" set of VCDs: | ||
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Wu (Yuxiang) Style Taijiquan is still one of the less known of six main styles of the art. Its compact postures require that hands do not move above eyebrows level or further than feet; each hand protects one half of the body; its footwork is as strict as Chinese calligraphy; in fighting it stresses importance of powers, not specific techniques. The style, created by Wu Yuxiang on the basis of his studies with Yang Luchan and Chen Qingping, has been further developed and perfected by Li Yiyu (Wu's inheritor who authored many of Taiji calssics) and Li's descendants. This set introduces two sets of Wu Style Taijiquan - First Set - traditional Old Frame and passed by Wu Yuxiang as well as dynamic Second Set, similar to Chen style Cannon Fist. Li Hongqi is adopted son of Li Guanfan (Li Yiyu's great-grandson), who took 2nd place in Pushing Hands and 3rd in Free Fighting during International Taijiquan Gathering in Handan in 2002: 1.First Routine (Yi Lu Quan
Jia, traditional routine as passed by Wu Yuxiang in 84 postures; very
interesting combat applications for chosen movements of the routine); (3 discs/2
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Wang Anlin: "Wensheng Boxing" set of VCDs: | ||
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Wensheng Boxing is a rare internal martial arts practiced in Shandong province. Created in 17th century, its movements are combined with Taoist breathing methods; its spiral movements are based on the meridian theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The practice of the style allows to further develop and fully demonstrate inborn abilities of human body. The style contain two methods - Non-martial (Wen Gong - meditation practices as well as Internal Skills in Nine Steps) as well as Martial Methods (Wu Gong - various boxing and weapons methods). Movements of Wensheng Boxing are practiced in slow, natural manner with great emphasis on whole body power. This interesting style is demonstrated by Wang Anlin from Jining in Shandong province, third generation inheritor of the style and head of Jining Xinjiu Martial Arts Academy: 1.First Set - Basic Frame (Tou
Tang Mu Jia, its postures are based on spear, halberd and heavy bow
movements, with focus on developing coordinated whole body power, ability
to "taste" the power); (1 discs/1
boxes), USD9.00 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (20 discs/14 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD138.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Li Enjiu: "Chen Style Taijiquan of Hong Junsheng" set of VCDs: | ||
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Late Hong Junsheng was one of earliest students of Chen Fake and one who spent probably the longest time with his teacher and learnt the whole material Chen Fake taught. Hong Junsheng had a profound understanding of the system and the system he taught was representative to Chen Fake's early style, before Chen began to make changes and create so-called New Frame. The routines in Hong's system merge both foundation and technique training, and for this reason their movements can be directly used in push hands or fighting. The set is demonstrated by Li Enjiu, one of main inheritors of Hong Junsheng's Chen Style Taijiquan (Click here to read Hong Junsheng's recollections of his study with Chen Fake): 1.First Routine of Hong
Junsheng's Chen Style Taijiquan (Chen Shi Hong Pai Taijiquan Yi Lu,
develops soft aspect of the art; while some movements of the routine are
repeated, however because of different directions and angles their
applications differ); (3 discs/2
boxes), USD19.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (7 discs/5 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD55.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Zhang Xianzheng: "Traditional Di Tang Quan (Tumbling Boxing)" set of VCDs: | ||
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Traditional Tumbling Boxing (Di Tang Quan) is a branch of Shaolin Boxing, coming from Bodhisattva Hall. One of the most impressive and spectacular styles of Chinese Martial Arts, it is still relatively rare. The name of the style comes from the fact that it is used for fighting when the body is on the ground, and is practiced when tumbling on the ground. Its main methods are falling, pouncing, rolling and tumbling and its hand and leg techniques (mainly great variety of kicks) are combined with these four methods - one usually strikes or kicks when either falling on the ground or bouncing from the ground to the standing position. The strategy of the style is based on "retreating to advance", "pretending sudden attack to the head to actually strike the legs" (and vice-versa); the main feature of the style is attacking the lower parts of the body. The style was taught in Beiping (Beijing) at the end of 19th century by famous "Big Spear" Heng, master of both Di Tang Boxing and long spear. Zhang Xianzheng, who demonstrates the style, learnt Di Tang Boxing in 1950s from Chang Taigang (Heng's great-grand disciple) and is considered one of the main inheritors of the style in China: 1.Di Tang Boxing (Di Tang Quan,
detailed explanation of traditional routine in 32 postures; contains all
main and most representative movements of the style; combat applications
of several main techniques); (2 discs/
box), USD13.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (12 discs/6 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD80.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Mo Chunqian: "Practical Taiji Plum Blossom Praying Mantis Boxing" set of VCDs: | ||
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It is a common knowledge that apart from mastery in techniques one needs stamina, power and speed to be able to fight effectively. This set introduces traditional methods of Plum Blossom Praying Mantis Boxing that serve developing these additional skills, methods that are rarely shown publicly. They combine breathing, intent, movements and dynamic tension and relaxation of muscles. One disc in the set also shows one of the classic routine of the system with fighting applications for each movement. Demonstrated by Mo Chunqian, Taiji Plum Blossom Praying Mantis Expert and Sanda (Free Fighting) coach: 1.Arhat (Luohan) Method -
Traditional Hardening Exercises (Kang Ji Da Luohan Gong, a set of
isometric and breathing exercises focusing on hardening various parts of
the body and its resistacne to blows and kicks); (1 disc/1
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Liu Zhenhai: "Traditional Martial Arts of Shaolin" set of VCDs: | ||
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The set introduces old traditional martial arts of Shaolin as taught by Mr Liu Zhenhai. Now in his seventies, Mr Liu learnt Shaolin styles from Shi Degen (1914-1968), one of the last old generation warrior monks of Shaolin Temple. These are not flowery techniques or fake stunts often demonstrated by so-called "Shaolin Monks" during their performances all over the world, but original methods practiced by monks in Shaolin in early 20th century and focusing on developing fighting skills. The set mainly focuses on both classical (like Big Hong Boxing) and rare (like Soft Boxing) routines of old Shaolin system. Mr Liu Zhenhai is one of Ten Best Teachers of Shaolin Boxing in China and vice-president of International Songshan Shaolin Boxing Society: 1.Shaolin Eagle Claw Cannon
Boxing (Shaolin Ying Zhao Pao Quan, rare routine secretly taught in
Shaolin Temple, focusing on seizing techniques) Note: Entire set (12 discs/12 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD95.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Wang Wenyong: "Combat Shuai Jiao - Traditional Chinese Wrestling" set of VCDs: | ||
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Shuai Jiao - traditional Chinese wrestling - is on of the oldest martial methods in China, which exists not only as separate style, but is also a part of each fighting system. It combines best methods of Mongolian, Manchurian and native Chinese wrestling systems. The set includes detailed, step-by-step instructions of 30 hand practice methods, 23 practice methods with equipment, 33 footwork methods as well as large variety of practical wrestling techniques with partner. Mr Wang Wenyong, who explains and demonstrates techniques on this set, is a famous old generation expert of the style and disciple of renowned Shuai Jiao master Jin Baoyu. During 1950s and 1960s Mr Wang won 5 times Beijing Shuai Jiao competitions, and is not only highly skilled, has a deep understanding of Shuai Jiao theory, but also rich experience in the style. Set of 4 discs/2 boxes (200 minutes) Price: USD38.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Shi Deyang: "Shaolin Temple Traditional Martial Arts" set of VCDs: | ||
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Old Chinese says that "All martial arts come from
Shaolin". This instructional set by Shi Deyang, famous 31st
generation monk-warrior from Shaolin temple and head of warrior-monks
team, shows many classical routines taught in the temple, including "Luohan
Eighteen Hands", Xiao Hong Quan, Da Hong Quan and other. This is not
modern Wushu played by athletes in monk robes, this is traditional
material not often shown in public: Note: For purchases of 15 items and more FREE Handling and Airmail Shipping; Special Offer: USD398.00 for the complete set of 50 discs/44 boxes |
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Chen Qingzhou: "Orthodox Chen Family Taijiquan" set of VCDs: | ||
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This is one of the most complete video materials presenting Old Frame (Lao Jia) of Chen Style Taijiquan as taught by Chen Zhaopei. This system of Chen clan boxing is said to have been created by Chen Changxing, and was the method Yang Luchan learnt before creating his own distinctive style. Old Frame is known for wide, deep stances, smooth, relaxed movements, changing tempo, and has been gaining growing popularity both in China and abroad. The set is demonstrated by Chen Qingzhou, disciple of famous Chen Zhaopei. Chen Qingzhou was not only one of the earliest disciples of Chen Zhaopei, but also one of very few who decided not to learn New Frame as taught by Chen Zhaokui. For this reason his Old Style is considered one of the purest and closest to what Chen Zhaopei taught. Chen Qingzhou is head of Wen County Qingzhou Martial Arts Academy, secretary of Jiaozuo International Taijiquan Gathering and main coach of the American Chen Qingzhou Martial Arts Association: 1.First Routine of Old Frame of Chen
Family Taijiquan (Chen Shi Taiji Lao Jia Yi Lu), (3 discs/2 boxes),
USD19.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (18 discs/15 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD148.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Lin Qingsong: "Wan Laisheng's Fighting Methods of Natural Boxing" set of VCDs: | ||
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Natural Boxing (Zi Ran Men, Natural Style, Natural Gate) is a rare internal martial art, known for its combat effectiveness. Its methods are not based on set patterns, but rather creating fighting ability through practice of basics, which not only develops external skills, but first of all builds strong internal foundation - vitality, internal energy, spirit. In practice this means developing reflexes, courage, both physical and psychological attributes that make one a good fighter. The style has Taoist roots and became known because of Du Xinwu, bodyguard to Sun Yat-sen, the first president of Republic of China. Du's most famous disciple was late Wan Laisheng (1902-1992), who gained his fame during fighting competitions in 1930. Originally trained in Shaolin Six Harmonies Boxing as well as Luohan Boxing, Wan became famous for his skills in Natural Boxing and has has spread this rare style in China. This set commemorates 100th anniversary of Wan Laisheng's birth and shows many seldom shown aspects of Natural Boxing. It is demonstrated and explained by Lin Qingsong, longtime disciple of Wan Laisheng, main coach of Wan Laisheng Martial Arts Academy in Tokyo; his demonstrations at the age of 58 are very impressive: 1.Natural Boxing - Basics of Combat (Zi
Ran Men Boji Jichu), (2 discs/1 box),
USD13.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (6 discs/4 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD45.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). |
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Guo Jingang: "Dai Family Xinyiquan": | ||
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This is first VCD set ever produced focusing on rare style of Dai Family Xinyiquan. Kept secret for centuries by Dai clan members, it was the original style that Li Laoneng learnt and modified into today's Xingyiquan, one of three famous internal styles. Even today Dai Family Xinyi is still a little known and obscure style taught traditionally in small county in Shanxi Province. The style puts great emphasis on the development of internal strength of Dantian - which is accomplished through practice of a special set of internal methods. Later various striking methods and routines are introduced to practice. The style is first practiced in relaxed, smooth manner. Once the soft aspect is developed one learns to use explosive power of the whole body. This set of VCDs is demonstrated by Guo Jingang, long-time disciple of Yue Guining and grand-disciple of Dai Kui. It covers basically all empty hand methods of Dai Family Xinyiquan:
Movements are shown in both normal and slow speed. The VCDs were produced to accompany the book "Dai Family Xinyiquan" by the same author. On over 400 pages it describes in detail all material presented on the VCDs, as well as includes the history, theory and excerpts from old boxing manuals of the style. Both the book and VCDs are in Chinese. GZG1.Set of two VCDs "Dai Family Xinyiquan" and the book "Dai Family Xinyiquan" - USD39.50 (Handling and Airmail Shipping INCLUDED) GZG2.Set of two VCDs "Dai Family Xinyiquan" - USD15.50 (Handling and Airmail Shipping INCLUDED) |
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Cao Zhiqing: "Practice Methods of Xingyiquan ": | ||
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Cao Zhiqing is a respected expert of Shanxi Xingyiquan and a disciple of Shang Changsuo (1905-1973); Shang who was famous for his strength and agility, learnt Xingyiquan from Mu Xiuyi, was one of the most dedicated disciples of Wang Fuyuan (who also taught Hu Yaozhen and Wang Jiwu; the latter is known for his Xingyi Neigong, which was published also in English). Cao Zhiqing wrote also probably the best book on the theory and practice of Xingyiquan. The material shown in this set can be considered representative to so-called Northern Branch of Shanxi Xingyiquan, popular in Taiyuan and Yuci, and combining best methods of Shanxi and Hebei Xingyi. This set of VCDs focuses on two main parts of Xingyiquan curriculum - Five Elements Fists (Wu Xing Quan) and Twelve (Animal) Shapes (Shi Er Xing). All methods belonging to these two categories are first demonstrated, and then explained in detail. The very unique feature of this set is showing multiple variations of each of the Fists and (Animal) Shapes. For example Splitting Fist (Pi Quan) is shown in twelve different variations - in high, medium and low stances; there is Upper Hand, Medium Hand and Lower Hand Splitting Fist; Obvious (Ming), Hidden (An) and Neutralizing (Hua) Splitting Fist; Character Eight (/ \) Single Splitting Fist, Character Eight (/ \) Double Splitting Fist, Seven Star Step Splitting Fist. Many variations are also demonstrated for each (Animal) Shape. Movements are shown in both normal and slow speed. The VCDs were produced to accompany the book "Practice, Applications and Methods of Xingyiquan" by the same author. On 350 pages it describes in detail all material presented on the VCDs, as well as includes applications for each movement, single and matched routines, practice emthods for various parts of the body, striking methods with various parts of the body (so-called "Fourteen Striking Methods"), excerpts from old boxing manuals. Both the book and VCDs are in Chinese. CZQ1.Set of two VCDs "Practice Methods of Xingyiquan" and the book "Practice, Applications and Methods of Xingyiquan" - USD39.50 (Handling and Airmail Shipping INCLUDED) CZQ2.Set of two VCDs "Practice Methods of Xingyiquan" - USD15.50 (Handling and Airmail Shipping INCLUDED) |
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Di Guoyong: "Xingyiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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Xingyiquan (Form and Intent Boxing) is a famous martial art, one of three internal "sister" styles, known for its no-nonsense practice methods which allow to acquire practical fighting skills in relatively short time. Mr Di Guoyong is the president of Beijing Xingyiquan Research Association; he has been practicing Hebei branch of the style for nearly 40 years (click here to read interview with Mr Di). The set presents the technical material of Hebei Xingyi, starting from basic methods of standing and Five Elements Fists/Twelve Shapes, through matched routines to more advanced 'Eight Characters Method" and weapons. The instructions are very detailed, clear and easy to follow. 1.Xingyi Five Elements Fists, Five
Elements Linked Fists Routine and Five Elements Cannon (Wu Xing Quan Wu
Xing Lian Huan, Wu Xing Pao) Note: Entire set (10 discs/10 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD128.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); with subtitles in ENGLISH. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Li Bingci: "Northern Wu Style Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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Wu style is one of the most popular styles of Taijiquan, and is divided into Southern and Northern branches. Northern branch is taught in Northern China and was passed by Wang Maozhai, disciple of Quan You. The style is characterized by compact, soft movements with characteristic forward lean of the body. This set of DVDs contains detailed, step-by-step instructions of all main parts of Wu Style Taijiquan system - empty hand and weapons routines as well as Pushing Hands and weapons exercises with partner. By Li Bingci, famous expert of Wu Style Taijiquan, student of Yang Yuting (who was also Wang Peisheng's teacher) and president of Beijing Wu Style Taijiquan Research Association: 1.Traditional Routine of Wu Style
Taijiquan (Wu Shi Taijiquan Chuantong Taolu); (3 discs/2 boxes),
USD20.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (10 discs/7 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD90.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); contains subtitles in ENGLISH. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Sun Jianyun: "Sun Style Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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Sun style Taijiquan was created at the beginning of 20th century by Sun Lutang, famous martial artist and expert of all three internal arts. Sun began his practice of internal arts from Xingyi, later learnt Bagua and finally Wu style Taijiquan. Afterwards Sun developed his own style of Taijiquan which combines essence of Xingyi, Bagua and Taiji, and is often called "Xingyi Taijiquan". It is known for its compact movements and agile footwork. Late Sun Jianyun, daughter of Sun Lutang, president of Beijing Sun Style Taijiquan Research Association and current "Gate Keeper" of the style, gives detailed instructions on both her family Taijiquan as well as Taiji Straight Sword, which is based on famous Wudang Sword passed by General Li Jinglin: 1.Traditional Routine of Sun Style Taijiquan (Sun Shi Taijiquan); (2 discs/1 box),
USD16.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (4 discs/3 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD45.50 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); contains subtitles in ENGLISH. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Chen Yongfu: "Small Frame (Xiao Jia) of Chen Style Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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Small Frame of Chen Style Taijiquan is
regarded by its practitioners as the orthodox martial art practiced by
Chen clan before Large Frame was created. Its curriculum includes many
rare sets (like Long Fist Boxing); some of the movement principles differ
from those taught within Large Frame. Chen Yongfu is a member of Chen clan and disciple of
Chen Liqing, one of the main inheritors of Small Frame of Chen Style
Taijiquan. He has practiced the style since childhood and is a
vice-president of Xi'an Cuihua Martial Arts School. This is the very first
such comprehensive material introducing this rare branch of Chen style
Taijiquan ever released. Also for the first time one of Chen clan oldest
routines - Long Fist Boxing in 108 Postures - has been is presented, which
gives a unique opportunity to learn this routine and understand the
development of Chen Family Taijiquan. Also available on VCD (no English subtitles) - click for details |
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Zhang Zhijun: "New Frame of Chen Style Taijiquan and its Combat Applications" set of DVDs: | ||
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New Frame of Chen Style Taijiquan was created by famous Chen Fake and further developed by his son, Chen Zhaokui. It is characterized by deep, low stances, changes of tempo and coiling that penetrates through all movements of this system. Zhang Zhijun is a long-time student of late Chen Zhaokui and one of "Three Zhangs" - three students of Chen Zhaokui from Zhengzhou famous for their Taiji fighting skills. This set of DVDs by Zhang Zhijun in great detail, using step-by-step instructions, explains the practice methods of two empty hand routines of New Frame of Chen style Taijiquan as well as straight sword. However probably the most valuable part of set are the multiple fighting applications (striking, grappling/seizing, throwing and kicking) for the movements of the empty hand routines. This is the part of Chen style Taiji system which is seldom shown and explained. The set is demonstrated by Zhang Zhijun and Zhang Peng, his son. 1.First Routine of Chen Style
(New Frame) Taijiquan and its Combat Applications (Chen Shi Taijiquan
Xin Jia Yi Lu ji Shizhan Jiji, the first set focuses on developing
rooting, soft power, internal and external harmonies, stresses use of
waist and legs, in applications focuses on Warding off, Pushing, Pressing
and Rolling; both the movements of the set as well as multiple
applications for each posture are demonstrated and explained), (6 discs/3
boxes), USD58.00 (SH&H not included) |
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Qiao Songmao: "Wu (Yuxiang) Style Taijiquan" set of DVDs: | ||
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Wu Yuxiang was not only famous Taijiquan master, who created his own branch of the style based on the teaching he received from Yang Luchan and Chen Qingping, but also the first Taijiquan scholar. Most of the Taijiquan theory known nowadays was written by him and his student Li Yiyu. Wu Style Taijiquan is known for its high, narrow stances (very close to postures used in actual fighting), compact movements and effective Push Hand methods. Qiao Songmao is an expert of this rare style of Taijiquan and its inheritor in 5th generation. This set presents both main empty hands routine of the system as well as straight sword set. The instructions are very detailed, clear and easy to follow.. 1.Traditional Routine of Wu (Yuxiang)
Style Taijiquan (Wu Shi Taijiquan, the routine in 85 postures, with
compact movements, stressing opening and closing), (2 discs/1 box),
USD16.50 (Sh&H not included) Note: Entire set (4 discs/3 boxes) is sold for discounted price of USD45.00 (costs of Handling and Shipping by Airmail INCLUDED). All are DVD5 that can be watched all over the world (no area coding); contains subtitles in ENGLISH. |
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