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#EGP91 The Method of Chinese Wrestling
by Tong Zhongyi translated by Tim Cartmell
US
$ 17.95, softbound,
229 pages, illustrated
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This
is another translation of Tong Zhongyi's book on Chinese Wrestling
(Shuai Jiao).
(See next below). Tim Cartmell is a long time practitioner
with much experience, strong opinions and a definite fighting
oriented approach. He has made contributions with, among other
things, his Chin Nah videos and his translation of Sun Lu
Tang's work. This is a very important text on the fundamentals
of Shuai Jiao (wrestling) with the original text supplied
by our associate company, Lion Books (see a copy of the original
Chinese text). This text shows many wonderful photographs
along with training methods, equipment work and throws illustrated.
The translation is straight and smooth and Cartmell steps
out of the way and lets the text come through. Both Chinese
and English version should sit on the martial collector's
shelf. Topics include:
- Free hand practice:
Chinese wrestling forms
- training with
equipment (including rope, small club and large club)
- Paired Practice
(rules of engagement, throwing methods, competition, uniforms,
etc.)
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#EGP92 Chinese
Wrestling Methods
of Grappling and Throwing
by Dong Zhong Yi
US
$ 39.95, Oversized,
215 pages, soft and spiral , illustrated
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"Here
is a new translation, Chinese Wrestling Methods of Grappling
and Throwing. This is both an interesting historic document
and a practical guide to Shuai Jiao training methods. The book
includes a variety of fascinating material including:
• empty hand practice
• commentary on the historical development of Shuai Jiao
• implement practice
• throwing techniques
• commentary on falling
• an explanation of traditional Shuai Jiao wrestling jackets.
This
publication is over two hundred pages long and has hundreds
of pictures taken in the 1930's in Shanghai of the author Dong
Zhong Yi demonstrating Shuai Jiao practice techniques and training
methods. For convenience we have chosen a spiral binding so
that the book will lay flat, thus making it a more usable practice
manual."
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#EGP94 Fundamentals
of Shuai Chiao
The Ancient Chinese Fighting Art
by Chi Hsu Daniel Weng, Ph.D.
US
$ 19.95, Oversized,
82 pages, soft bound , illustrated
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Definitely
one of the first books every written in English on the art
of Chinese wrestling "Shuai Chiao." Weng learned
under the "Iron Butterfly" in Taiwan, the famous
and undefeated Chang Tung Sheng. His instruction was basically
centered around collegiate competition (he has won a number
of national competitions). From there he decided ton introduce
Shuai Chiao through the educational system. He was the first
physical education teacher in Taiwan to get a degree with
an emphasis on Shuai Jiao instruction. He has done much to
promote the art which, prior to his appearance in the US,
was basically relegated to mentions in text books. After introducing
the art at collegiate level a text book was needed. This is
his text with notable sections on history, photos of Chang,
introductions by martial arts professionals, and - of course
- illustrations on the throws and training methods of Shuai
Chiao. If you want a complete library of the art, this text
cannot be missed.
Shuai
Chiao itself is a complete martial art of self defense. Over
2000 years old, it has gone through various names and shapes.
It does contain striking, kicking as well as grappling and
throwing moves. But it generally starts with throwing and
locking actions, the topics on which this book concentrates.
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#ETC56Ch'ang Style Tai Chi Chuan
Modified Short Form
Daniel Weng Ph.D. ( Weng Chi Hsiu )
Paperback, 176 pages, Photographs
US $16.95
Daniel Weng has done much to promote the art of Chinese Wrestling in the U.S. At college in Taiwan he studied for a time with that most famous Chinese wrestler of the twentieh century, Ch'ang Tung Sheng, often called the Iron Butterfly. In those days a jacket that was not tucked into the belt was the suggestion of someone who would take any challenge. It is not recorded that Master Ch'ang ever tucked in his jacket during his lifetime. When last in Taiwan we had the honor of meeting the present head of the World Shuai Jiao association and the son of Master Chang.
Ch'ang modified a form of Yang Tai Chi into his "Ch'ang" style set. The movements are similar but the flavor and usage of the set partakes of Shuai Jiao with many throws and very direct and severe self defense. This book shows the Shuai Jiao training postures, the Ch'ang T'ai Chi form and then the applications of the movements to self defense situations with its unique characteristics. Our only complaint, some sections of the photos are too small. This third edition, other than the additon of an add for Mr. Weng's other works, is pretty much the same as the first edition. |
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