KM007 The Method of Chinese Wrestling
by Tong Zhong yi translated by Tim Cartmell
Softbound, 229 pages, illustrated, $17.95

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This is another translation of Tong Zhong yi's book on Chinese Wrestling (Shuai Jiao). (See next below). Tim Cartmell is a long time practitioner with much experience, strong opinions and a definite fighting oriented approach. He has made contributions with, among other things, his Chin Nah videos and his translation of Sun Lu Tang's work. This is a very important text on the fundamentals of Shuai Jiao (wrestling) with the original text supplied by our associate company, Lion Books (see a copy of the original Chinese text). This text shows many wonderful photographs along with training methods, equipment work and throws illustrated. The translation is straight and smooth and Cartmell steps out of the way and lets the text come through. Both Chinese and English version should sit on the martial collector's shelf. Topics include:

• Free hand practice: Chinese wrestling forms
• training with equipment (including rope, small club and large club)
• Paired Practice (rules of engagement, throwing methods, competition, uniforms, etc.)

KC027 Chinese Wrestling Methods
of Grappling and Throwing
by Dong Zhong Yi
Oversized, 215 pages, soft bound , illustrated, $39.95

 

"Here is a new translation, Chinese Wrestling Methods of Grappling and Throwing. This is both an interesting historic document and a practical guide to Shuai Jiao training methods. The book includes a variety of fascinating material including:
• empty hand practice
• commentary on the historical development of Shuai Jiao
• implement practice
• throwing techniques
• commentary on falling
• an explanation of traditional Shuai Jiao wrestling jackets.

This publication is over two hundred pages long and has hundreds of pictures taken in the 1930's in Shanghai of the author Dong Zhong Yi demonstrating Shuai Jiao practice techniques and training methods..."

KF003 Fundamentals of Shuai Chiao
The Ancient Chinese Fighting Art
by Chi Hsu Daniel Weng, Ph.D.
Oversized, 82 pages, soft bound , illustrated, $24.95

 

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Definitely one of the first books every written in English on the art of Chinese wrestling "Shuai Chiao." Weng learned under the "Iron Butterfly" in Taiwan, the famous and undefeated Chang Tung Sheng. His instruction was basically centered around collegiate competition (he has won a number of national competitions). From there he decided ton introduce Shuai Chiao through the educational system. He was the first physical education teacher in Taiwan to get a degree with an emphasis on Shuai Jiao instruction. He has done much to promote the art which, prior to his appearance in the US, was basically relegated to mentions in text books. After introducing the art at collegiate level a text book was needed. This is his text with notable sections on history, photos of Chang, introductions by martial arts professionals, and - of course - illustrations on the throws and training methods of Shuai Chiao. If you want a complete library of the art, this text cannot be missed.

Shuai Chiao itself is a complete martial art of self defense. Over 2000 years old, it has gone through various names and shapes. It does contain striking, kicking as well as grappling and throwing moves. But it generally starts with throwing and locking actions, the topics on which this book concentrates.