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The Main
Meridians (Encyclopedia of Dim-Mak
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Author - Erle Montaigue, Wally Simpson |
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Combining Master Erle Montaigue's expertise with that of one of |
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The Extra Meridians, Points and More |
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Author - Erle Montaigue, Wally Simpson |
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This companion to Encyclopedia of Dim-Mak: The
Main Meridians covers the 8 extraordinary meridians, the extra and new points
and much more. Learn why the extra meridians and points are so significant in
both the healing and martial aspects of the art. |
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Introduction to Shaolin Kung Fu |
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Author - Kiew Kit Wong |
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An explanation and demonstration of the basic and intermediate levels
of shaolin kung fu. Suitable exercises to
facilitate the techniques are included, and drawings and diagrams augment the
methods taught. It also features an overview of shaolin
weapons and their uses and advice on training |
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The Art of
Shaolin Kung Fu: The Secrets of Kung Fu for Self-defence, Health and
Enlightenment |
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Author - Wong Kiew Kit |
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A practical introduction to kung fu and other aspects of Shaolin
wisdom. This book shows how kung fu and other Shaolin arts can bring you
health, vitality and spiritual joy. It includes practical exercises and
meditation techniques, as well as providing a history of various styles of
kung fu, how kung fu patterns and sets are constructed, and how the strategies
for victory developed. This guide should be of interest to those interested
in martial arts, meditation, stress management, healing and spiritual
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Shaolin Chin Na |
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Author - Yang Jwing-Ming |
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Covers many grappling techniques (not floor work) in a short sharp
explanatory way. Also discusses some important 'vital' (pressure) points,
striking and common conditioning excercises |
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Spirit of Shaolin |
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Author - David Carradine |
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Carradine shares the knowledge he has obtained through his years of practicing
kung fu, and offers advice on healing, nutrition, stance training,
stretching, class, self-defense, meditation, and philosophy |
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Bo: Karate Weapon
of Self-Defense |
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Author - Fumio Demura |
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This book is a great place to start in the study of the Bo. Trying to
learn any martial art from a book alone is very difficult, but anyone who
already has a background in martial arts, especially karate, will soon pick
things up |
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