This is an article about one of the great weapons, a weapon that has been employed in real combat but which is also considered an instrument of beauty and style. People react variously to a two-edged straight sword; some see its performance as art. This is rare. Traditionally, scholars wore a straight sword […]
Apr
11
2020
11
2020
Apr
19
2015
19
2015
Treasures of the Sword
Adam Hsu, the only person every voted Instructor of the Year by both Black Belt and Inside Kung Fu, is once again tackling the gargantuan challenge of setting the art of Kung Fu aright. To aid in this, he is producing a whole new line of books and dvds. Without a doubt, one of the […]
Jan
26
2015
26
2015
Two More from Jack Yan: Whip Stick and Sword
Aside from his good work in bringing so much material on Chen Zheng Lei’s work in Chen style Taiji, it is no wonder that teacher Jack Yan’s recent contributions have gained so much popularity. First fact, he holds a Ph. D. in Chinese Martial Arts. He also holds a Master’s degree in English. He has […]
Mar
16
2014
16
2014
Kung Fu Theater: Adam Hsu Shows Weapons
Here’s another memorable entry from that great period on TV when Tat Mau Wong hosted Kung Fu Theater? Sifu would interview a different guest each week and then the teacher would go out on the floor and demonstrate his specialty. If you do remember, here it is. And if you don’t you are in for […]
Nov
21
2013
21
2013
WeaponsSpace Part 2
Each pair of weapons creates a middle zone or, if you will, qi space, that can be thrilling for spectators and downright frightening for participants…
Oct
9
2013
9
2013
The Straight Sword, Magical and Upright
Some weapons are more than just weapons. The katana or Samurai Sword (originally the Chinese Miao Dao) is known as the “soul” of the samurai. The English long bow is a symbol of the common soldier’s rise to power. The American six shooter is the symbol of the West and its rowdy history. The Chinese […]
Sep
24
2013
24
2013
Three Swords Four Blades
We are posting, for the first time, a trio of sword and knife forms including the Miao Dao (forerunner of the samurai sword), double straight sword with tassels (a difficult weapon to master, X2) and a respectable version of Drunken straight sword (stock went so fast on this one you might have to use our […]
Mar
29
2012
29
2012
New: VCD 1731 Xing Yi Meridian Sword
Dubbed, not subtitled, a strong form Xing Yi straight sword set by champion, Zhang Xi Zheng.
Mar
18
2011
18
2011
In Moonlight
Imagine a wheat field of steel stalks, swaying and flashing in the sunlight. That’s what you would have if you brought all the straight sword players daily to the same park for an hour. This is because there are millions of Kung Fu players alive today who practice the straight sword and find it endlessly […]
Mar
12
2010
12
2010
Product: Sword Classic from Lion
He is a traditional Chinese character text of a classic on the sword.
Dec
28
2009
28
2009
Product: Chuo Jiao Sword
We’ve added the Chuo JIao (Penetrating Foot) Sword.
Dec
4
2009
4
2009
Wu Dang Sword Lineage
For those who have seen any version of the Wudang sword performed well, the experience is a perfect example of beauty and function combined…
