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First, be advised that all of these VCD's are IN CHINESE ONLY. In our opinion that doesn't matter much because the instruction is clear and the quality of photography very good. But we will not accept returns just because people didn't read... IN CHINESE ONLY. Given that, these are really tremendous deals for the money. Each of these special VCD's can be played on a computer for full enjoyment. Made for PC's they are also Mac compatible by downloading Quicktime (for free) and any similar VCD player program. Also playable on most DVD players. For less than $10.00? Wow! |
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EAGLE Boxing Eagle Boxing takes a number of forms. Below we have the "Shaolin Eagle Sect". Even more famous is the Ying Jiao of "Eagle Claw" style often claimed to have derived from the Chinese folk hero Yue Fei. Other forms of Eagle Boxing, traditional and contemporary, may exist in some styles in only one or two forms but these might be quite interesting and often beautiful. The typical and obvious aspects of these styles are relatively consistent. There is an emphasis on Chin Nah, claw techniques, wing like motions and, classically, peripheral vision. Click pictures |
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We never said we hated contemporary Wushu. We said that it was distinct, more of an art form that traditional principles and actions. But here's a fellow who you have to like. His movements are dramatic, well oiled and professional. He's a natural performer and a solid athlete. Just sit back and enjoy this rendition and don't think too hard. |
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The newer Eagle forms have so many poses that scream out, "Hey, look. Just in case you're not convinced I'm spreading my wings!". The difficulty arises not in an occasional pose but the percentage of the form that is poses. This is a strong man performing what is, in the main, a powerful rendition. Some might say that it is basically traditional with contemporary flavor- we see more and more of that each week. Others might say that it is classical to have imitative moves in animal imitation boxing. The pont is that it's not all fluff and gives you some idea of the requirements. |
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Eagle Claw has wide sweeping moves and some powerful and difficult kicks such as the Butterfly and strong Tornados. This is similar to classical Ying Jow Eagle Claw styles with true Long Arm motions but it is obviously from a different school. Surprisingly firm motions such as triple punching with claws. Little Chin Nah movement noticeable. Less graceful than, say Lily Lau's style, but traditional Northern Fist nonetheless. Yang Jie demonstrates. |
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Shaolin EAGLE Sect Created by Shaolin Monk, Shi De Yan, the Eagle Sect (Ying Pai) . This is a branch of traditional Shaolin Kung fu based on numeric formulas such as: three frames, four momentums, five postures, the six harmonies (Liu He), 7 poems, 8 methods (BaFa), 9 skills, 13 shapes, 18 strikes, 24 special positions, 36 hands and 72 techniques. Secret weapons were used in Eagle Sect. It also has medicinal gong to balance, cure external forms & internal strength. Instructor: YANG WEI. Click on pictures to see larger versions. |
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VCD#1339
Sophisticated Attacks This series is concentrating on points: the point of the knee, the elbow point, the finger tips. Each of these counters is meant to be direct and severe attacking vital points on the body with specific, focused moves. |
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VCD#1340
Symmetry Attacks This is one of the classic forms from Sun Tzu. In this we "pull East to attack West" or any variation of side to side switching such as high and low, and other variations. Many of these switch between legs and hands as one might expect. |
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VCD#1341
Joint Control Methods This part of the series uses Chin Na as the counter attack. The movements here are actually pretty good because the Chin Nah is exceptionally direct and practical. Many movements focusing on the larger joints which are less common such as neck and hip locks. Strong movements, not every one of which we would endorse but many good ideas here. A double VCD. |
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VCD#1342
Defending and Intercepting the Gate Here are classic applications based on the universal concept of block then strike. The Eagle stylist blocks the attack then immediately counters with a strike of his own. A double VCD. |
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VCD#1343
Quick & Direct Attacks In this section Yang Wei demonstrates the strategy of leading the opponent to make and attack then following with a strong counter attack. In some cases the body is faded to sucker the opponent into a side or hook kick. Other options include counter punching with all parts of the fist. A double VCD. |
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VCD#1345
Opening the Gate The series deals with the act of penetrating an opponent's defenses. The basic action of this series is to start with an attack that develops into another form of attack. Often this is accomplished through an action starting with a long motion and then suddenly collapsing to a short, wicked movement. A double VCD. |
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VCD#1346 Moving the Body, Shifting Position Here are a great number of defenses all based on the straight line and angular approach. Many are very direct such as dodging a punch and going in for a tackle or a takedown kick. Very application oriented with clear demonstrations of movement. A double VCD. |
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VCD#1347 Short Strike Combinations The strategy here is to lure the opponent in with a "long" attack then follow up with vicious and short range further moves. This method uses head, shoulder, knee, elbow, hip, etc. to get the right result. A double VCD. |
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VCD#1248 The Technique of Luring Every method in this series is based on luring the opponent's response and then countering. This basic strategy is demonstrated in a number of ways mostly with just a few counts. Utilizing the time tested techniques "drawing" Yang Wei sometimes even launches an attack which calls for an obvious and direct counter which he, in turn, counters. The old saying here is to "set a trap for a wolf by giving it a bone, then springing the trap." A double VCD. |
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VCD#1349 Counter-Control Moves Here we have applications demonstrated by the usage of leverage. In these cases the opponent counters with some kind of grappling action. The Eagle stylists counters this and stops the opponent with a strike or reversal of the grappling action . A double VCD. |
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VCD#1350 Shooting Arrow Method This series of applications concentrates on setting up moves which end with a strong direct attack. For instance a punch combination that ends with a sudden groin kick. Many of these are grouped by the final strike as a goal: hook kick, snap kick or whatever. A double VCD. |
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