The noise in the Kung Fu tournament hall never lets up. The waves of brass and drumming rolled along the ceiling fabric only to crash against an opposing wave of raucous sound from the opposite direction. To me, it vibrated like someone in leather and beard revving a Harley directly between my ears, but I […]
May
31
2017
31
2017
Aug
17
2011
17
2011
The Bandit in the House: Plum’s Newest Publication
In this 210 page book, illustrated with over 100 photos, Ted teaches the Shaolin Bandit Knife. This weapon that is rarely demonstrated, much fun to play, and—with such movements as “body spin under knife”—also makes a traditional and beautiful performance set. Plus, for the first time, an extensive usage section tests the Knife against its worthy opponent, the Spear.
May
22
2010
22
2010
Sifu Staff
The saying goes that the spear is the king of the weapons and the straight sword is the queen. Then what is the staff?