Product Description
This 3-hour, multi-language training video explores Shaolin White Crane Kung Fu, one of the most famous martial styles developed in ancient China. It is commonly recognized that Shaolin White Crane is the root of Okinawan Karate, and has heavily influenced Japanese martial arts. From this program, any martial artist can gain profound comprehension of empty-handed styles.
In Course 1, world-reknown teacher Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming presents a lecture explaining the theory and history of Shaolin White Crane Gongfu, and instructs fundamental stances, movements and hand techniques.
In Course 2, Dr. Yang explains and instructs fundamental Qigong exercises, Jin (Power) patterns, more basic movements and hand techniques. White Crane Qigong(Chi Kung) is a proven way to build explosive fighting power, known as Jin. In addition, the first barehand sequence 'Qi Xing Quan' and its applications is also taught.
Course 1:
•History of Shaolin White Crane Gong Fu lecture
•Fundamental stances
•Fundamental Qi Xing stepping
•Four Golden Points hand techniques
•Repelling & covering practice
•Bridge Hands & its applications
Course 2:
•Fundamental hopping & jumping
•Major basic hand techniques
•Bridge Hands & its applications
•Fundamental Qigong
•Fundamental Jin patterns
•Barehand sequence: Qi Xing Quan & its applications
Special Features: Over 100 Scene Selections •Language: English, French or Chinese/pinyin •Subtitles: English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese • Menus: English or French • Interactive YMAA Product Catalog with preview of all YMAA videos • Chinese Glossary • Biography: Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming • History: YMAA
• PERFORMED BY DR. YANG, KATHY YANG, NICHOLAS YANG, AARON DAMUS, RAVI DIXIT, TRACY STOUCK, RICHARD KRUPP
• EDITED BY DAVID SILVER & MEDIA MANIC
• DVD PRODUCTION BY MEDIAMANIC
• DIRECTED BY DR.YANG, JWING-MING & DAVID SILVER
Review
" His depth of knowlege and his superb teaching style make him among the most valuable members of this community." -- A Taste of China, Pat Rice, Director
Omega healing retreat center "One of the America's most sought after instructors." -- Omega healing retreat center
Voted "Kung Fu Artist of the Year" 2003 -- Black Belt magazine
Voted as one of the people who has "made the greatest impact on martial arts in the past 100 years." -- Inside Kung Fu Magazine
From the Contributor
Search Amazon for "YMAA" , "Jwing-Ming Yang" or "Dr. Yang" to find more quality martial arts and health titles available from YMAA. YMAA: Yang's Martial Arts Association was established in Boston, MA in 1982. With the intent of preserving traditional Chinese Gongfu (Kung Fu) and Qigong , Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming began training students in the rigors of Shaolin Long Fist and White Crane Gongfu as well as Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan. Dr. Yang also undertook his life-long dream of teaching and researching the Chinese arts and introducing them to the West through many books, videos and DVDs.
YMAA Publication Center has been a publisher of high-quality, traditional martial arts and health books, videos and DVDs since 1983, and is a pioneer in the cultural exchange between the East and West. While the West has successfully developed the material sciences, the East is celebrated for its levels of spiritual cultivation. During this period of exchange, the building of bridges is critical for the successful integration of the achievements of both societies. As YMAA Publication Center continues to grow, we will continue to pursue Dr. Yangs dream, and bring you important books on Martial Arts, Qigong, Health, and Spiritual Cultivation. Many thanks and appreciation to all our friends and customers for their continued encouragement and patronage.
About the Actor
Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming is a world renowned author and teacher of Kung Fu, Tai Chi Chuan and Chin Na and a leading authority on Qigong. Involved in Chinese Kung Fu since 1961, he maintains over 55 schools in 18 countries. Dr. Yang has published over thirty books and over seventy videotapes and DVDs on the Chinese martial arts. For information on attending Dr. Yang's seminars, please call (617) 524-8892.
- Aspect Ratio : 1.33:1
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Package Dimensions : 7.1 x 5.42 x 0.58 inches; 2.88 ounces
- Director : Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, David Silver
- Media Format : DVD
- Run time : 2 hours and 30 minutes
- Release date : April 20, 2004
- Actors : Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, senior students
- Dubbed: : French
- Subtitles: : English, French, Portuguese, Polish, Spanish
- Studio : YMAA Publications (Professional)
- Country of Origin : USA
- Number of discs : 1
