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A Class on Bridging: Engagement in Traditional Kung Fu
From a recent class on Bridging, conducted at our Kung Fu school in Santa Cruz, CA., featuring Sifu Ted Mancuso and instructors Nick Hancock and Karl Forest. To read more about our studio, Academy of Martial & Internal Arts, visit us at www.reelingsilk.com. And to read the article that accompanies this video, www.reelingsilk.com/academy/2024/03/31/bridging/. Sifu Mancuso has been teaching for more than 55 years, and our Academy has served Santa Cruz county for more than 35 years.
(Please forgive the audio, which could be clearer at points. The filming was spontaneous, and we did not have our mics with us.)
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The Qigong Body: Basics of Body Control, by Ted Mancuso
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.Год назад
One of Plumpub's early (vintage) DVDs. Although the sound is a bit funky and the colors tend toward blue in certain parts, the information remains valid. This was one of our most popular sellers, and we thought you might enjoy it here, for free. Of course, plumpub.com is the location for over a thousand videos and books - as well as free articles and tutorials - on the traditional Chinese marti...
All of a Sudden: A Short Lesson on Initial Speed
Просмотров 1 тыс.2 года назад
In less than 5 minutes, Sifu Ted Mancuso teaches you how to understand and improve your speed. One simple training tip can change everything! See the full article here: www.plumpub.com/kaimen/2022/initial-speed/ This video is a production of Plum Publications, a site dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the traditional Chinese martial arts. Visit us at www.plumpub.com for more than 30...
A Brief Lesson on Reeling Silk Energy in Bagua Zhang
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.2 года назад
In this short response to a video sent to us by Steven, a Bagua student, Ted Mancuso briefly describes one of the most-if not THE MOST-important elements of Bagua Zhang: reeling silk energy, or Chan Ssu Jin. Reeling silk energy is in the DNA of all of the traditional Chinese martial arts, but is particularly evident and promoted in Bagua Zhang, with its continuous circling movements. Sorry for ...
Tong Bei Kung Fu Best Warm Ups
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.3 года назад
A demonstration Tong Bei Kung Fu's basic and famous fundamental arm exercsies. For hundreds of free articles and tutorials, plus thousands of DVDs, VCDs and books on traditional Chinese martial arts, visit us at www.plumpub.com For info on this particular style see www.plumpub.com/sales/vcd/coll_chitongbei.htm
Effortless Combat Throws: Reviewed
Просмотров 6183 года назад
A major book by a key figure in Chinese Marial Arts. Tim Cartmell has decades of practical training being one of th few Chinese martail astylists toalso be a champion in Jujitsu competitions. This book, and the accompanying DVD, give some of the best and most straight-forward information on the subject while staying true to the title. www.plumpub.com
Tai Chi Training Secrets: How Do You Practice Martially, When You Are By Yourself?
Просмотров 6 тыс.3 года назад
It's not enough to just say that Tai Chi Chuan (taijiquan) is a martial art-you also need to train that way. For instance, it's easy to see how to perform slowly for its many health benefits, but not so easy to engage with it martially, especially when you are practicing by yourself. Here, longtime teacher Ted Mancuso offers tips for practicing the martial aspects that any practitioner can use ...
From Basics to Mastery: Jibengong, and the Bear Palm Gong in Bagua Zhang
Просмотров 5 тыс.3 года назад
How do you advance your practice in traditional Chinese martial arts? One secret is to practice Gongs, pure exercises based on broader principles and concepts such as Open/Close, Verticality, Heaviness, etc. In this video, Ted Mancuso teaches the Bear Palm Gong from Bagua, also demonstrating variations and usage. Click the following Book Link (www.plumpub.com/kaimen/contact/) if you want to be ...
Practiced Intent: Internal Training in Martial Arts
Просмотров 2 тыс.4 года назад
Internal martial practice is an important step to deepening and improving your kung fu. In this video, Ted Mancuso demonstrates and teaches a short exercise learned decades earlier from Sifu Wing Lam, for developing and incorporating intent into movement. A brief talk follows with further elaboration on the concepts. If you like this video, or practice any of the traditional Chinese martial art...
Kung Fu Training: Hitting Your Own Body
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.4 года назад
Over my years of teaching martial arts, I’ve had quite a good time explaining some of the more obscure switches of Kung Fu’s winding pathway: the splits, front and side; gyrating and rolling children, long past their bedtimes; and the fine art of setting things on small altar stacks, then crushing them. And that is not even considering my favorite: the technique of slamming your own body with y...
The Simple Art of Breathing
Просмотров 9214 года назад
We would like to introduce you to a simple method of breathing, one that works well for people practicing Chinese martial arts, Chinese medicine, meditation and what is commonly referred to as Qigong (Chi Kung). We say it is simple, but it is also profound; as it relates the physical act of inhalation and exhalation with the mind’s intent, keeping a special focus on a most familiar activity. A ...
Beng Jin: Kung Fu's Hidden Skill
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.4 года назад
Since we are not able to hold in-person classes at our studio, we are creating some online training for our dear students. May all be well and healthy. Beng Jin, or Beng Energy-a special quality in all of traditional Chinese martial arts-is both a defensive and offensive method. This special skill from kung fu is known to repel opponents 10 feet or more, while employing turning and propelling a...
Playing Around with the Rattan Ring
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Since we are not able to hold in-person classes at our studio, we are creating some online training for our dear students. May all be well and healthy. The rattan ring is an unusual training device originally geared for martial artists. Its possibilities are almost unlimited; the ring entices participation, rolling defensively, uncovering tremendously tactile information. The ring can dissolve ...
LiuHe Tang Lang (Six Harmony Praying Mantis)
Просмотров 5 тыс.4 года назад
An entire Kung Fu style all on one DVD. Kung Fu teacher Tsai Yong Huang presents the lesser known soft mantis style of Liu He Tang Lang (Six Harmony Praying Mantis). Sifu Tsai has developed simplified versions to accompany the original six routines of this intriguing system. This three DVD set includes all six new forms, at both regular and slo-mo speeds, usage for each of the moves, and the si...
Narrye Caldwell: The Idea of Fate in Chinese Astrology
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Narrye Caldwell, author of "The Spirit of the Stars: Navigating Your Fate with Pole Star Astrology," discusses important topics such as differences between Chinese and Western Astrology, the question of Fate, and the idea of being a "true person." She points out that Chinese Astrology is actually considered a longevity practice, in line with the highest principles of Chinese medicine. She bring...
Road 8: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 8: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road 4: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 4: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road 10: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 10: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road 9: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 9: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road 1 Usage: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 1 Usage: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road 6: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 6: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road 3: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 3: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road 11: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 11: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road 1: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 1: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road #12: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road #12: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road 7: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 7: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road 2: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 2: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Intro to 12 Road Tan Tui "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Intro to 12 Road Tan Tui "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
Road 5: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
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Road 5: "If your Tan Tui is good, your Kung Fu is good."
How to Use Tan Tui's Yoke Punch: 10 Road vs 12 Road
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How to Use Tan Tui's Yoke Punch: 10 Road vs 12 Road