Kungfu Basics. Paul Eng

      

      kungfu basics

      Disclaimer: Please note that the publisher and author(s) of this instructional book are NOT RESPONSIBLE in any manner whatsoever for any injury that may result from practicing the techniques and/or following the instructions given within. Martial arts training can be dangerous— both to you and to others—if not practiced safely. If you’re in doubt as to how to proceed or whether your practice is safe, consult with a trained martial arts teacher before beginning. Since the physical activities described herein may be too strenuous in nature for some readers, it is also essential that a physician be consulted prior to training.

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      Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

      Eng, Paul.

      Kungfu basics / Paul Eng ; calligraphy by Paul Eng ; photographs by David Taran ; illustrations by Don Hopkins. — 1st ed.

      190 p. : ill., 25 cm

      ISBN 978-1-4629-0305-4

      1. Kung fu. I. Title: Kung fu basics. II. Title. GV1114.7.E53 2004

      796.815'9—dc22

      2003027773

      ISBN 978-1-4629-0305-4

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Acknowledgments		7
Preface		9
Part 1: Introduction	11
Chapter 1:	History of Kungfu	12
Chapter 2:	Philosophy	20
Chapter 3:	Styles	25
Part 2: Getting Started	31
Chapter 4:	Choosing the Right School	32
Chapter 5:	What to Wear	41
Chapter 6:	Etiquette	45
Chapter 7:	Your First Class	51
Part 3: Elements	55
Chapter 8:	Stances	56
Chapter 9:	Footwork	68
Chapter 10:	Kicks	75
Chapter 11:	Hand Techniques	88
Part 4: Practice	103
Chapter 12:	Warming Up	104
Chapter 13:	Participating in a Workout	116
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