Nov 26, 2006 shuai chiao embodies taichi, shaolin and the majority of chinese martial arts as they are the offsprings of shuai chiao and is the root of all chinese martial arts. Shuai chiao itself is a complete martial art of self defense. Daniel chihsiu weng, a pupil of the renowned shuai chiao grandmaster chang tungsheng, as he shows you everything you need to know to get a black belt in throw at real combat speed first, and then breaks them down into clear easytofollows lessons. Weng was a direct student of chang tungsheng, famed practitioner and competitor as well as master teacher at the police college in taipei, taiwan until his death in 1986. Shuai chiao is the ancient chinese art of take downs and throws. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months new customers receive 15% off your.
Chin na shuai jiao traditional chinese 12 plum publications. With slight modifications the same system is used today by the united states shuai chiao association. Today it is practiced as a martial arts discipline, an excellent form of selfdefense, and a modern martial arts sport. This is evidenced by ancient artwork from cultures around the world, depicting combat through some sort of grappling. Although shuai jiao shares some similarities with traditional wrestling and other arts, from a technical point of view, shuai jiaos technique construction, basic principles, applications and purposes are quite different from the rest. Weng learned under the iron butterfly in taiwan, the famous and undefeated chang tung sheng. Combining traditional shuaichiao look and feel with outstanding fit and durability, this top has been certified by the u. Dvd shuai chiao the ancient chinese fighting volume 123. Since time immemorial, man has fought, and his most basic fighting instinct has always been to grapple. Modern day shuai jiao has its roots in the submission techniques that have been tried out in real combat environment.
This is a book, in english, describing chinese wrestling methods of grappling and throwing. The united states shuai chiao association is one of the largest and most active shuai chiao organizations outisde of china. After each throw, master chang shows some control or striking technique from a standing or kneeling position remaining standing after a throw, but in control of an opponents limb or joint, is a hallmark of shuai chiao. Definitely one of the first books every written in english on the art of chinese wrestling shuai chiao. He wrote a book on wrestling titled, or chinese wrestling method, with training regimens, advice, and techniques. Chinese wrestling methods kung fu plum publications. Indeed, under the zhou dynasty 1122 221 bc, was used as a training method of hosts, a role he would play throughout its entire history. This ageold technique strikes a combination of every telling trick in blows, kicks, locks and throws as what is known as shuai, the throwing. In modern usage it is also the general mandarin chinese term for any form of wrestling, both inside and outside china. United states shuaichiao association we are a us based non. As a generic name, it may be used to cover various styles of wrestling practised in china in the form of a martial arts system or a sport. Shuai chiao, the mount everest of chinas martial arts ranges, is a famous killing style paneratium in its sublimity of kung fu package. It does contain striking, kicking as well as grappling and throwing moves. Bloody elbow s two part feature goes in depth on kung fus past, present and future.
Jie bai combat shuai chiao mission is to help preserve and grow the art of shuai chiao into the future. Many kung fu styles, while evolving, incorporated shuai chiao techniques into their system. Shuaichiao differs from most other wrestling styles in that its techniques are considerably more sophisticated and devastating, emphasizing. Aug 10, 2019 for the book the arts were divided into three categories. The kung fu techniques have evolved to a very high level of efficiency and sophistication. Guang wu shuai jiao club is an excellent place to learn traditional beijing style shuai jiao.
General ma learned shuai chiao from the master ping chingi. The first historical evidence of shuai chiao is found in the ancient chinese literary works of the narration of unique events in ancient china. It is in this 5,000yearold martial art that he earned the title of grandmaster. Shuai chiao is the now basis of the kung fu military and police training in china. As historic references, the development of the shuai jiao, was already bc. Volume 1 volume 1 of the combat shuai chiao video series is packed full of exciting content.
Similar to the epic of gilgamesh, this literary work is presumed to be comprised of chinese folklore that predated written history. Its combat effectiveness has been proven many times over. Thus, general ma was a classmate and fraternity brother of the revered master chang fongyen. Kung fus failures, cultural identity and its enormous, turbulent history. Shuai jiao specializes in countering against punching and kicking, using defense as the offense. He has been studying martial arts since age 3 in various styles but found his love in hung.
Go behind the scenes as shuai chiao master david c. Daniel wengs fundamentals of shuai chiao was the first book in english on this traditional chinese method of wrestling also spelled shuai jiao. The tape begins with a brief introduction to the centuries long history of shuai chiao in china and its arrival in the us. The book chang is most famous for shuai chiao pronounced swhy jow. The ussa is a leader in international and national competitions, as well as promotions and instruction of shuai chiao in the united states. It is the complementary subject matter for sanshou competition and for martial arts in general, a form of evaluation. The tightfitting uniform in peking shuai chiao also makes getting a firm hold more difficult. The school is located at the beijing language and culture university and is ideally located should be studying at one of the many universities in haidian district. Its techniques have been developed in depth, especially the last 30 years. Its first recorded use, in a military engagement, was when the yellow emperor of china fought against the rebel chih yiu and his army, 2,697bc. Over 2000 years old, it has gone through various names and shapes. Shuai chiao kung fu academy west is a family owned business in the heart of brooklyn, ohio, established in 2011. May 29, 2018 lavell marshall is a shuai chiao kung fu fighter and nasm certified personal trainer based out of nyc. Mark cheng, senior rkc, run through techniques for a photo shoot and read a detailed history of lins amazing martial journey.
Even the monks at the shaolin temple, borrowed from shuai chiao. Chihsiu weng 9th degree black belt presents the basic history, theory. History of shuai jiao traditional wing chun kungfu north. Daniel chihsiu weng, a pupil of the renowned shuai chiao grandmaster ch ang tungsheng, as he shows you everything you need to know to get a black belt in this venerated fighting style. A nonprofit organization that provides standardized curriculum, world athletes, tournaments, and belt system through its network of branches for. Martial arts in brooklyn, ohio us shuai chiao kung fu academy. This is part two of bes feature about kung fus past, present and future. This video series teaches you the history, applications, safe landing methods and. Dedicated to spreading the knowledge and enriching the skill level of mongolian style shuai jiao and wrestling in north. These differences are shuai jiaos distinctive characteristics. Shuai jiao, commonly referred to as chinese wrestling has a long history when a type of wrestling known as jiao di was practiced during the zhou dynasty 1122256 bc and as the techniques continued to evolve they became known as jiao li strength skill probably intended to describe a test of ones strength. The shuai chiao belt ranking system shuai chiao kungfu club. But it generally starts with throwing and locking actions, the topics on which this book concentrates.
Yang, jwingming offers indepth instruction of the history, key concepts, solo and partner drills, and fundamental shuai jiao movements. Shuai chiao the ancient chinese fighting gift pack 3 dvds shuai chiao is the ancient chinese art of takedowns and throws. Martial arts books are great tools to supplement the information being. The first books on the fight of the shuai jiao, one of the more important happened in the period of the dynasty of song 760 d. History of shuai jiao shuai jiao chinese wrestling is the most ancient of all chinese martial arts with a history of over 4,000 years. This is his text with notable sections on history, photos of chang, introductions by martial arts. Shuaichiao, the mount everest of chinas martial arts ranges, is a famous killing style paneratium in its sublimity of kung fu package. Ancient chinese wrestling shuai jiao the history of. Tournaments were held on a regular basis, bringing champions from all parts of asia. Shuai chiao, emptyfist techniques, and techniques with weapons.
We offer a fun, safe environment for children as young as three and offer a variety of classes for all ages. Traditional shuaichiao uniform top this thick weave cotton top has extra heavyduty seams and construction to withstand the stresses of advanced sparring techniques that destroy lesser gear. Shuai jiao project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. Shuai chiao, commonly known as the chinese art of throwing, is the most ancient and battle tested method of combat in the long history of mankind. This ancient art has been around for over 5000 years. Grandmaster chang tung sheng established a shuai chiao belt ranking system with standardized requirements over thirty years ago. Mar 19, 2020 shuai chiao kungfu is one of the oldest styles of kungfu, tracing its roots back over 3000 years. International shuai chiao association shuai chiao is the mother of all chinese martial arts having been around almost 5000 years started around 2697 bc. Finding chinas martial arts renaissance in a 4,000yearold wrestling system. Brief history of shuai chiao chinese wrestling self. Baodin shuai chiao dvd by changdawei budovideos inc. Fundamentals of shuai chiao the ancient chinese fighting art.
Lavell marshall is a shuai chiao kung fu fighter and nasm certified personal trainer based out of nyc. The throw itself is the least emphasized part of the art. The first books on the fight of the shuaijiao, one of the more important happened in the period of the dynasty of song 760 d. Shuai jiao is an ancient chinese martial arts style focused mainly on. Shuai jiao is commonly used for short range fighting and taking down an opponent. Under the qin dynasty 221 207 bc was a show extremely appreciated by the aristocracy. We are a us based nonprofit organization dedicated to the global preservation and promotion of shuaijiao. The movements in peking style are smaller, emphasizing the hold position and keeping the opponents hands at a distance. Shuaichiao is the term pertaining to the ancient jacket wrestling wushu style of beijing, tianjin and baoding of hebei province in the north china plain which was codified by shan pu ying the battalion of excellency in catching of the nei wu fu, internal administration unit of imperial household. During the ching dynasty 16441911, shuai chiao reached its zenith.
Shuai jiao kung fu wrestlingfundamental defense techniques. Daniel wengs fundamentals of shuai chiao was the first book in english on this traditional chinese method of wrestling, aldo spelled shuai jiao. Gm chang was the president until his untimely death in 1986 at which time he named his th disciple gene chicoine to head the organization. Shuai jiao is the term pertaining to the ancient jacket wrestling wushu style of beijing, tianjin. The differences between san shou shuai jiao and other styles.
Shuai chiao kung fu academy is an official ussa branch training facility. Shuai jiao is the term pertaining to the ancient jacket wrestling wushu style of beijing, tianjin and baoding of hebei province in the north china plain which was codified by shan pu ying of the nei wu fu. After introducing the art at collegiate level a text book was needed. Shuai chiaothe ancient chinese fighting gift pack 3 dvds. Apr 04, 2019 modern shuai chiao is a culmination of all of these ancient kung fu grappling, wrestling techniques.
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