i wanna do martial arts and i don't know between aikido or kung fu i like the aikido locks and all but kung fu look amazing when u master it iv already done hapkido but i got more interested in kung fu and aikido
im pretty fast 5'5 in 8th grade and pretty flexible but not as much as i was when i did hapkido
personally I like aikido more. kung fu is a very famous striking style that is known for blending one thing into the next continually moving and striking. it's supposed to have almost every possible stand up move (that part in my opinion). but what i'm learning about aikido is that everything blends from one thing to the next. there aren't any stiff movements and if you don't get one thing you move onto the next. but everything flows and is very circular. I think of aikido like kung fu to be a very devastating style that just happens to look pretty to the outside eye. when you look at aikido on youtube and you see the people flying around it looks flashy and fake. but the reason they move like that is if they didn't their joints would break and that would be the end of the fight. they also have a rap for being overly choreographed but the training goes from the grab where everything is slow and controlled to a strike where everything is fast and dangerous, (only for higher ranks). also kung fu is a very broad term referring to many styles. but kung fu does have it's points, it's still around because it is an effective style when done right. it's not about being bulky and more about being well rounded in all areas of fitness and fighting. both styles have merit even though many people will deny it. (I like UFC and MMA but it has bread some narrow close mindedness) I have done tang soo do (like tae kwon do), shotokan (like karate), tae kwon do, wing chun (kung fu), and now aikido and I plan on staying with it forever. I'm not going to lose my strikes but I am going to implement it in what i'm now doing.
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Kung-fu superstar Jet Li narrates this history of the famed Shaolin Temple, locus of kung-fu artistry and home to Li himself as a young protege. Includes training footage of Li and other dedicated initiates learning the various grueling skills.
This martial arts manual is a comprehensive guide to the basic forms and principles of Wing Chun kung-fu. In over 300 black-and-white photographs, Wing Chun Kung-Fu: A Complete Guide leads the reader step-by-step through the beginning forms of Wing Chun kung-fu, including Chi gerk, Chi sao and Wing Chun sticky-hand and sticky-leg techniques, as well as detailed commentary on the theory behind each move. Other sections include specialized fighting and grappling techniques and instructions on using weapons. An additional section is devoted to weight and power-training exercises that will be of particular benefit for serious students of Wing Chun.
The martial arts movie 18 Secrets of Kung Fu concerns a young man who endures brutal training at the hands of a wise master. One day his master is killed, prompting the student to avenge his teacher's death. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi
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In Grandmaster Cheung's Wing Chun Kung Fu, the legendary Grandmaster William Cheung teaches the advanced applications of the three empty-hand forms and delves into the science behind weapons defense, fighting strategy and chi-sao (sticky hands). This groundbreaking DVD from Black Belt Magazine has over 90 minutes of instructional material and bonus features including interviews, an in-depth lesson and practice schedule for iron-palm training, and commentary by sifu Eric Oram. Never before have the intricacies of Wing Chun been taught by the premier authority on the art and made available to the home viewer. Grandmaster Cheung's Wing Chun Kung Fu will help both the novice and experienced practitioner reach their full potential.Source: BayView Entertainment
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Superb unrehearsed demonstration of Kung Fu training
Kung Fu Qi-Power and How To Get It!
'What is Kung Fu Qi-Power?' ' How does it work?' and 'How can it be readily obtained?' This article provides straightforward answers to these questions plus practical guidance for those wishing to learn more or start practicing the classic routines, drills and methods enabling Qi-Power acquisition.
'Qi' (vital energy) is trained, harnessed and strengthened, via Qigong ('gong' means 'strong') literally 'strong-qi' exercise. Two basic categories, Internal and External, exist and balancing these brings optimum results in Shaolin Kung Fu training. External physical development comes first but internal energy (Qi) training is then essential to balanced progress.
Nei Dan (internal) Qigong refreshes brain and bone marrow, strengthens the five major organs (lungs, kidneys, liver heart and spleen) and builds internal muscle closer to the body's core. Whilst the West has neglected internal energy training, Chinese Martial Arts have developed tremendous expertise here. Health improvements, increased endurance and general body-strength gains are typical progress-indicators.
'Qi' ('life-energy) and breath go together-- we can live 30 days without food, 7 without water but not 10 minutes without air. Structured breathing, central to internal Qigong, is frequently practised alongside exercise patterns designed to store, balance and distribute Qi to meet your bodily needs (and aid stale Qi elimination). Ideally, a qualified Teacher should guide your training but individual progress is possible via traditional routines designed to enable this safely, like these two classic examples.
Yeuh Fei's 'Ba Duan Jin'.
In The Song Dynasty (1127-1279 CE) Chinese General Yeuh Fei, to repel an invading Nomad army, taught his troops Ba Duan Jin/ Eight Section Brocade in preparation for the conflict. This increased general strength and endurance and arm strength in particular even at full extension, greatly enhancing hand-to-hand combat and weapon skills. Yeuh Fei is also accredited as founder of Eagle-Claw and Xin-Yi Kung Fu styles and this eight-exercise routine is also widely practised by students of Changchuan or 'Longfist' Kung Fu.
Bodhidharma's 'Yi Yin Jing'
On arriving at the Shaolin Temple in Songshan (526 CE) the First Patriarch of Chan Buddhism set about improving the strength and physique of the Monks via, amongst other things, this twelve-excercise routine also known as the 'Muscle and Tendon Changing Classic''. This considerably improved the Monks' flexibility and overall health, leading to dramatic advances in their martial capabilities when integrated into their Martial Arts training.
These two are well-known, tried and tested routines delivering Qi-Power to serious practitioners, but there are more: 'Wu Qin Qi'/ '5 Animals Play (1)', 'Liu Zi Jue'/ 'Six Sounds Breathing' and '5 Elements Breathing' , for example. Each approach is different (although overall aims are similar) reflecting China's long history, diversity and the influences of Buddhism/ Taoism respectively.
Fortunately, free internet-based materials exist to get those interested underway. Some well-made DVDs for home practice are also available. However, the best way to acquire Qi-Power is to sign-up for lessons at your local Kung Fu Club as Qigong is a vital, indispensible part of authentic Kung-Fu training frequently included 'free' in training programmes as a regular feature of Shaolin training in particular.
Peter Allsop M.Ed. publishes 'Red Dragon Martial Arts Ezine'. Longevity Training, Iron Shirt, 5 Elements Qigong, Daoism, Chinese metaphysics and Astrology feature among his interests alongside gem and crystal Feng Shui. Senior Student of GrandmasterYap Leong, Peter teaches Shaolin Kung Fu and Qigong in Yorkshire and Derbyshire U. K. as Shaolin Fists International Area Instructor for the region. Visit: http://www.sheffiedkungfu.com for free resources.
Kill Bill Vol. 1 & 2
Inception
Inglorious Basterds
Hellboy I & II
Lord of the Rings
Eternal Sunshine of The Spotless Mind
Final Fantasy VII Advent Children
9
Shaolin Soccer
Kung Fu Hustle
3:10 To Yuma
The Green Hornet
From seeing ur list I'd try:
Final Fantasy VII Advent Children Complete (the blue ray version, much better graphics and sound wise, pluz an aditional half hour of scenes :p)
Avatar
Eragon
The Day the Earth Stood Still (new version)
Godzilla (the one with Matthew Brodrick)
Transformers
Eight Below
Pirates of the Caribbean
National Treasure
Hope this helps, sry if I recommended any you've seen before or didn't like. Anyways, enjoy
The secrets of wing chun kung fu are laid bare by martial-arts instructor William Cheung in this five-part series. In this first volume, Cheung introduces the basics of the wing chun system, including drills, footwork, chi meditation, and much more.
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Bang
Jerry Maguire
Flypaper
Riot
Gridlock'd
City of Industry
Guy
Love Kills
Payback
True Crime
Molly Brenda
The Mating Habits of the Earthbound Human
Play It to the Bone
Shanghai Noon
Charlie's Angels
Hotel Kawikar
Ballistic: Ecks vs. Sever
Cypher
Chicago
Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle
Kill Bill: Vol. 1
Mulan II
3 Needles
Domino
Lucky Number Slevin
Code Name: The Cleaner
Rise: Blood Hunter
Watching the Detectives
Kung Fu Panda
The Year of Getting to Know Us
Tinker Bell Silvermist
Charlie Chan
Afro Samurai Resurrection
Presents sparring drills for various levels. This book shows how to warm up correctly to reduce the risk of injury, how to achieve improved flexibility, and how to develop the box side split and front-split stretch.
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"Shaw brothers star Tilung, Chen Sing, and master kickfighter Delon Tam star in this epic kung fu saga! As the aging Ching Emperor approaches his death, his will that names his successor is hidden in a special room full of deadly traps and even deadlier guards. To gain the throne, Wang, the Emperor's fourth son, must learn Shaolin kung fu from the monks, so that he can out-fight the guards who want the crown for themselves."
Jackie Chan is the undefeated Kung Fu Master who dishes out the action in traditional Jackie Chan style. When a young boy sets out to learn how to fight from the Master himself, he not only witnesses some spectacular fights, but learns some important life lessons along the way.
KUNG FU - THE INVISIBLE FIST: Chen Sing demonstrates his considerable martial arts prowess in this early 1970s kung fu classic.CHALLENGE OF THE MASTERS: When the son of a kung fu master proves himself in a competition, he receives a new tutor as his prize. The youth's new association leads him to do battle to avenge a friend's death and protect his family honor.JACKIE CHAN AND THE 36 CRAZY FISTS: When an orphan boy is rejected by kung-fu masters at a monastery, he is taken in by a beggar and a wiseman who teach him the martial arts. Now he's out for revenge on those who killed his father--and on those who abandoned him.DEADLY KICK: When a band of thieves steals a treasure map, they have to avoid the clutches of police in this kung fu film from director Ma Wu.KUNG FU FEVER: Dragon Lee stars in this film about the theft of Bruce Lee's kung fu manual.FIST OF FEAR, TOUCH OF DEATH: Three masters of martial arts put on a violent performance in this electrifying karate film starring the one and only Bruce Lee.CHAMP AGAINST CHAMP: Martial arts action unfolds when Lee Wen (Dragon Lee) seeks vengeance after losing his leg by a poisonous dart during a fierce battle with his archenemy Master Kai and his men. With some help from an ancient manual, Lee creates an artificial leg made of steel and begins to train for the dangerous task. Once he masters the Eighteen Kicks with the new leg, Lee seeks out Kai's deadly gang, which includes fire breathing man and invisible ninja girls!BLOODFIGHT: The Beast From the East-- Bolo Yeung, that is--fights in a no-holds-barred, underground martial arts tournament where the winner might be the only one left alive.FIGHTING ACE: A young orphan (John Liu) out to revenge the killing of his father and rape and murder of his mother must learn the death techniques from the finest kung-fu Masters. A must see for all martial arts enthusiasts.
If you want to learn Southern Chinese Shaolin Kung Fu, you should go as close to the source as possible, and instructor Master Chiu Chi Ling is an excellent choice. In addition to being a Kung Fu Master, he is a direct ancestor of the man who originated the style.
Jackie Chan plays a mischevious student at the Shaolin Temple who is conscripted by ghosts to learn the deadly Five Style Fists in order to defeat a villainous nobleman who plans to use the forbidden Six Fists kung fu style to take over the entire region. Eye-popping fight scenes and Jackie's comic acrobatics make this one a classic early Chan feature.
I know There are over 100 styles of Kung Fu but I wondered if you could list some u knew and talk about them ie focuses on kicking stuff like that also what animal styles are there and were they actually used for fighting? I've heard that they are just used for training but I'm not sure again can u explain about them please and thank you
Wing Chun, white eyebrow, hung gar, choylifut, 5 animals, 5 family, tan tui,
hop gar
jow gar, northern mantis, southern mantis, long fist, Muslim kung fu styles,
chin na, shui chiao (grappling)
Internals- Emei mountain styles, tai chi, pa kua, hsing yi, liu hop pa fa, yi chuan. chi gung
kicking v. punching, fist v. palm, short fist v. long fist, eclectic sytles.
Every style was new and edlectic when it started!
temple v. family, shaolin vs. emei, taoist vs. buddhist vs. muslim,
This documentary explores the world of Shaolin Kung Fu, often regarded as the original and best of all kung fu fighting styles. A history of the art form as well as an examination of its incredible physical feats, the film also features footage of some of the most skilled Shaolin monks demonstrating the intricacies of Shaolin Kung Fu.
Zhong Yi directs this survey of many different styles of martial arts. The film showcases China's natural landscape and history while it displays members of various martial arts schools giving the camera an exhibition of their skills. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi
what kind of fighting techniques do these kung fu animal styles utilize?
i know that praying mantis style=close combat
and tiger=grappling and power
but what do these styles utilize
snake
crane
monkey
can some one tell me much appreciated. and oh dont tell me stuff like snake=speed or sum bs like that. i want to know how it works.
There are many different methods used in each animal not necessarily representing the obvious, for instance all forms incorporate striking and grappling or they have a purpose in an aspect of gongfu such as internal or external (some both such as the leopard). But for the sake of argument I'll give just an example of the most apparent.
The snake forms teach pressure points. The crane forms are counter attacks (redirect and attack). The monkey forms teach evasion and throws and is a good form to learn how to "close the gap".
You said mantis is close combat, which I don't agree with. It does teach close combat, but that's not what it mainly teaches utilizes, trapping and grappling is. The tiger isn't as much as a grappling style as it is a submission style, though not to hold but rather to snap and dislocate bones.
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