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“jujitsu”

Jan
3
2016

Practical Qin Na: An Expanded Version of Zhao’s Reputable Text

Here at Plum we hold a special place in our hearts for Chin Na (Qin Na) and its exceptional methods of practical usage that can be applied in any style. Although there are several worthy texts on the subject, the one we have always recommended above all others is Tim Cartmell’s translation of Practical Chin […]

Dec
27
2013

Glance: Are there really Effortless Combat Throws?

Here’s a quick look-see and video review of Tim Cartmell’s book, “Effortless Combat Throws,” an excellent companion to his DVD of the same name. We hope people are enjoying these quick, informal reviews and getting a chance to look inside and become more familiar with these books. ECT is a fine example of a teaching […]

Nov
26
2013

Fun Stuff: Borrowing from the West

There is even a small—very small—contingent of people who believe that Kung Fu started in and around Greece …

Nov
20
2012

Yang’s Improved Chin Na

We now offer a new title on Chin Na by Yang Jwing Ming. We feel this is a considerable improvement over his earlier Chin Na series…

Nov
6
2010

Fun Stuff: The First Bruce

Bruce Tegner, one of the first Kung Fu men…?

Jul
22
2010

The Facets of Chin Na

Two young boys engaged in grabbing one another, trying to gain a momentary upper hand, catching and locking each others joints must go back to the time before the pyramids.

Jun
19
2010

Product: First Chinese Jiujitsu book

It’s just like enjoying people, sometimes the most fun is to meet the truly eccentric…