Ted
Mancuso, our resident Kung Fu instructor, has issued his
newest video (and probably his last before going to DVD
format!). In this presentation he utilizes a traditional
Shaolin cane set taught to him by one of his teachers, Kwong
Wing Lam, to explore the very nature of weapons work. Introductory
remarks bring new points to light about the usefulness of
weapons work especially, with simple, easily available instruments.
Among
the topics covered, Mr. Mancuso discusses and demonstrates:
•Basic
strikes and their applicability to all weapons
•Grips
and the "flexible hand" concept
•The
traditional Northern Shaolin Boxing Cane form
•In-depth
stepwise breakdowns of each section of this fast and mobile
form
•Examples
of applications, including running commentary explaining
more than just the movements but the reasoning behind cane
defenses.
According
to Mr. Mancuso,
"Over the years students have come to
me and say, - I'd like to learn the cane from you.
When
I ask why they always say something like, - For my father.
He's getting old.
At
that point I have to explain to them that this is one of
the most dynamic weapons sets in the entire Shaolin arsenal.
After all, if you think about it handing a simple stick
to a Kung Fu artists who can do sword, spear, whip and dagger
is just like saying "anything goes." This is definitely
not your grandfather's cane form."
Viewer Reactions
Hi Debbie,
I've just recieved and viewed the cane form video. THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR! This is a great form and an equally good production. The description and focus on grips and techniques is superb. I'm looking forward to beginning practice.
Thanks as Always,
C
Greetings and Happy New Year, Ted!
I
have just received your latest work on the Shaolin Cane set
from Kwong Wing Lam (incidentally Wing Lam is my Sigung).
Anyways it is an excellent video and it is a set that I wanted
to learn for a long time, even though I now dedicate most
of my time to the 'taoist' arts (Bagua & Taiji in particular).
What a practical weapon to use in today's society, just like
the Savate practitioners in France who use the cane in place
of the sword. I don't think the local constable would appreciate
us carrying swords! I would like to see Sun Lu Tang's Bagua
Sword form performed with a cane...that would be nice. Again,
good work!
Regards, KH
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