The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu is the ultimate guide to Kung Fu, from theory to practical application. This unique martial arts book, by a renowned Grandmaster, is a complete and comprehensive introduction to Kung Fu and all other aspects of ancient Shaolin wisdom. You will learn the ancient art of the Shaolin monks from the famous Shaolin monastery. It will prove invaluable to everyone interested in martial arts, chi kung, and meditation, showing how Kung Fu and other Shaolin arts can bring you health, vitality, mental focus, and spiritual joy. Chapters include:<ul>
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What is Kung Fu?—Four Aspects of Kung Fu; The Importance of Force Training; Application for Combat and Daily Living; Kung Fu Philosophy for Deeper Understanding; The Benefits of Kung Fu</li>
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The Historical Development of Chinese Martial Arts—Kung Fu in Prehistoric and Ancient Times; The Glorious Han and Tang; The Modern Period</li>
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From Shaolin to Taijiquan—Shaolin Kung Fu; The Various Styles of Taijiquan; Soft and Hard, Internal and External</li>
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A Comparative Study of Kung Fu—Contrasting Shaolin and Wudang Kung Fu; Xingyi Kung Fu and Taoist Concepts; Tanglangquan or Praying Mantis Kung Fu; The Spread of Southern Kung Fu</li>
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Defining Aims and Objectives—Setting Aims for Kung Fu Training; Personal Objectives; Course Objectives</li>
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The Foundation of Shaolin Kung Fu—Inheritance from Past Masters; Various Shaolin Hand Forms; Basic Shaolin Patterns</li>
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From Form to Combat Application—The Four Directions of Attack; The Principles of Effective Combat; Specific Techniques Against Kicks</li>
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Combat Sequences and Set Practice—Relieving Injuries Sustained in Sparring; Composing Your Own Kung Fu Sets</li>
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Shaolin Five Animals—Understanding Characteristics and Essence; The Five-Animal Set; The Names of the Five-Animal Patterns</li>
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Five-Animal Combination Set—How to Improve Combat Efficiency; Spacing and Timing in Combat</li>
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The Internal Force of Shaolin Kung Fu—The Relationship Between Technique and Force; The Compassionate Art of Qin-Na; The Internal Force of Tiger Claw</li>
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Tactics and Strategies—Using Continuous Attack Effectively; A Tactic to Distract Your Opponent; Selecting Strategies to Suit Particular Situations</li>
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Classical Kung Fu Weapons—Staffs; Whips, Knives and Other Weapons; Light and Heavy Weapons</li>
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Understanding and Developing Chi—The Various Genres of Chi Kung; Lohan Embracing Buddha; Abdominal Breathing</li>
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Shaolin Kung Fu and Zen—Culitvating Heart, Nourishing Nature; Bodhidharma and Taoism in Zen</li>
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The Shaolin Way to Enlightenment—Attaining a Focused Mind; Meditation to Train Awareness; Shaolin Kung Fu for Spiritual Development</li>
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The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu: The Secrets of Kung Fu for Self-Defense, Health, and Enlightenment (Tuttle Martial Arts)

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Kit, Wong Kiew

Alternative Medicine

Tuttle+publishing

Master the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi Chuan with this informative guide. One of the most popular Chinese martial arts, Tai Chi Chuan is also one of the most effective stress relievers available. In China, it is also used extensively for the prevention and treatment of illnesses, and its beneficial effects on health and fitness are now widely recognized in the West. The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan is a comprehensive and fascinating guide to the practical application and potential benefits of Tai Chi Chuan. This tai chi guide is packed with step-by-step illustrations for practice at home and covers everything you would want to know about this ancient art, including its benefits for mental, spiritual and emotional development. It is both an ideal introductory guide and an invaluable reminder for those who have already taken classes. Topics in The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan include: <ul>
<li>Tai Chi Chuan as a Martial Art</li>
<li>The Concept of Yin-Yang and Tai Chi Chuan</li>
<li>The Historical Development of the Various Styles</li>
<li>Advice from the Great Masters</li>
<li>Techniques and Skills of Pushing Hands</li>
<li>Specific Techniques for Combat Situations</li>
<li>Taoism and Spiritual Development in Tai Chi Chuan</li>
<li>And much more</li>
</ul>

The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan: A Comprehensive Guide to the Principles and Practice

Exercise & Fitness

In The Complete Book of Zen, Shaolin grandmaster Wong Kiew Kit explains the principles and practice of Zen with a clarity that can only come from true understanding. Zen is the mystical essence of civilisation. Zen training and practice may also enhance concentration and emotional balance, help reduce states of chronic and degenerative disease, allow inspiring glimpses of cosmic reality and ultimately lead to supreme spiritual fulfilment. This book gives an expert account of the origins and development of Zen, and then outlines a series of exercises that offer the reader both a spiritual appreciation of the practice and also an actual physical experience of Zen. Irrespective of religion or spiritual beliefs, The Complete Book of Zen allows every reader to explore their spiritual potential.

The Complete Book of Zen

Religion & Spirituality

Tuttle Pub

This is the first kungfu book by a Shaolin Grandmaster, Sifu Wong Kiew Kit, who has become a legend. It gives a comprehensive introduction to Shaolin Kungfu, including:\n- The philosophy and history of Shaolin Kungfu.\n- A basic Shaolin Kungfu set with many secrets revealed.\n- Combat application.\n- Internal force training.\n- Kungfu weapons.\n- General principles of kungfu.\nIt is a book that any Shaolin Kungfu practitioner should have.

Introduction to Shaolin Kung Fu

Sports & Outdoors

Individual Sports

Paul H. Crompton Ltd

Shaolin grandmaster Wong Kiew Kit explains the principles and practice of Zen with a clarity that can only come from true understanding.
In The Complete Book of Zen, Wong Kiew Kit traces the history and meaning of Zen, following its geographical path from early beginnings in India to China, and then to Japan and Vietnam. He shows how Zen lies at the heart of all great works of art and culture, and then relates its practice to daily life, setting out how Zen training and meditation may:
- Enhance internal strength, concentration, intuitive abilities and emotional balance.
- Allow inspiring glimpses of cosmic reality.
- Help reduce states of chronic and degenerative diseases.
The exercises offer not only a spiritual appreciation of the practice, but also an actual physical experience of Zen. Irrespective of your religious or personal beliefs, The Complete Book of Zen will encourage you to explore your spiritual potential, and bring simplicity, focus and vitality into your life.

Cosmos Press

This clear, easy-to-follow guide, by the internationally acknowledged Grandmaster Wong Kiew Kit, shows how we can all benefit from chi kung's energy-cultivating techniques. The book encourages you to plan your ownfitness program around the unique exercise sequence, which will:. Enhance Mind and Body Fitness. Develop Vitality for a Healthy Sex Life. Decrease Stress. Prevent and Combat IllnessThis is a fun and fulfilling form of exercise that is equally enjoyable for beginners and practitioners alike.

Chi Kung for Health and Vitality: A Practical Approach to the Art of Energy

Cosmos Internet Sdn Bhd

Chi Kung is the Chinese art of developing energy. Today, Chi Kung is becoming increasingly popular around the world as a means of stress management, healing, and maintaining fitness. THE ART OF CHI KUNG explains its principles and philosophy and how it works and includes the main Chi Kung exercises, fully illustrated.

The Art of Chi Kung: Making the Most of Your Vital Energy

Element Books Ltd.

This unique and vibrant book, by a celebrated Grandmaster, offers you a comprehensive and practical introduction to kung fu and all the other aspects of Shaolin wisdom. Entertaining and inspiring, it shows how kung fu and other Shaolin arts can bring you health, vitality and spiritual joy. This seminal guide will prove invaluable to everyone with an interest in martial art, chi kung, meditation, stress management, medicine and healing, modern physics and mysticism.

The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu: The Secrets of Kung Fu for Self-Defence, Health and Enlightenment

Politics & Social Sciences

Philosophy

Traces the historical development of Zen from its beginnings in India to full blossoming in China, and demonstrates how zen practice can enhance concentration, reduce states of chronic disease, and lead to spiritual fufillment

Wong, Kiew Kit

Buddhism

Considerada como una de las arte orientales más adecuadas para la búsqueda del equilibrio y la armonía emocional, mental, espiritual y física, el Tai Chi Chuan alcanza en Occidente una difusión mayor cada día por su probada efectividad. Esta guía recoge la esencia de la secular sabiduria china del Tai Chi Chuan , persentand

Tai Chi Chuan/the Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan (Spanish Edition)

Ediciones Martínez Roca

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Books by Kit, Wong Kiew

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The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu: The Secrets of Kung Fu for Self-Defense, Health, and Enlightenment (Tuttle Martial Arts)

The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan: A Comprehensive Guide to the Principles and Practice

The Complete Book of Zen

Introduction to Shaolin Kung Fu

The Complete Book of Zen

Chi Kung for Health and Vitality: A Practical Approach to the Art of Energy

The Art of Chi Kung: Making the Most of Your Vital Energy

The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu: The Secrets of Kung Fu for Self-Defence, Health and Enlightenment

The Complete Book of Zen

Tai Chi Chuan/the Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan (Spanish Edition)