Northern Shaolin Sword

Form, Techniques, & Applications

By: Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang Ph.D., Jeffrey Bolt

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Paperback | 1 September 2000 | Edition Number 2

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318 Pages

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23.8 x 18.4 x 1.7

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Master the Way of the Sword!

Discover the King of Short Weapons - the Lord of One Hundred Arms!

Improve your balance, strength, focus, and martial skills with this elegant and effective Chinese weapon, from America's most respected author and teacher of Shaolin Gong Fu. Mastering the Art of the Northern Shaolin Sword requires extensive physical training, which will result in a strong, finely-tuned body and mind. And as self-defense, Shaolin Sword is indispensable, improving your perception, timing, and reactions, allowing for the quickest and most appropriate response to any given situation.

Sword training is one of the highest accomplishments in Chinese martial arts. Northern Shaolin Sword is a complete book for martial artists seeking to refine their skill and spirit.

In-Depth History, Fundamentals and Forms.

Two-Person Routines, Applications and Fighting Strategies.

Three Complete Sword Sequences, including the Rarely Seen or Taught Matching Set.

Easy-to-Follow Step-by-Step Photos with Detailed Instruction.

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About the Authors	p. ix
About the Authors	p. xiv
Foreword	p. xv
Preface--First Edition	p. xvii
Preface--New Edition	p. xix
Preface--New Edition	p. xxi
Acknowledgments	p. xxiii
Introduction	p. 1
General Information
Historical Survey
Sword Structure
The Sword Way
Fundamental Training and Practice	p. 17
Introduction
Grips and the Secret Sword
Fundamental Stances
Power Training
Key Words and Techniques
Fundamental Training
San Cai Jian	p. 43
Introduction
San Cai Jian
Kun Wu Jian	p. 145
Introduction
Kun Wu Jian
Qi Men Jian	p. 189
Introduction
Qi Men Jian
Free Fighting Training and Strategy	p. 255
Introduction
Fighting Forms
Free Fighting Training
Conclusion	p. 273
Time Table of Chinese History	p. 275
Translation and Glossary of Chinese Terms	p. 277
Index	p. 285
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