The kung fu crane technique in the Chinese martial arts at Golden Lion is a technique built around deflection and avoidance of force. In terms of self- defence it is very effective at forcing an opponent off balance. The origin of the crane style in kung fu is uncertain as its history was passed on […]
The Importance of kung fu breathing meditation in martial arts channel our Qi (Chi) for maximal effect, with proper breathing our movements do not become stilted, ineffective, and we do not become tired. Breathing and meditation form a vital part in kung fu training. “Breathing control gives man strength, vitality, inspiration, and magic powers.” – […]
This article gives you tips on how to choose kung fu tai chi shoes at the Golden Lion Academy because poor footwear choice can derail your martial arts training. Have you taken a look at your kung fu tai chi training shoes recently? Are you wearing the correct shoes? Poor footwear choice can derail your […]
This year, the Chinese Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, begins on the 19th of February 2015. This date coincides with the second new moon after the Chinese winter solstice. Celebrations for the year of the Wood Goat will begin in earnest. On the other hand, for feng shui treatment for example, the Chinese Solar […]
In dim mak kung fu, yin and yang power can be applied to our training through our state of mind, composure, fighting stance, and silence (examples of Yin), as well as our breathing, pouncing, and explosive power (examples of Yang). Yin and yang are fundamentally opposing forces, where each balances the other out, and where […]
Dim Mak pressure point Three Heater 10 is not a dangerous point, it is not a point that causes serious injury or death. It is the milder of the two points on the back of the upper arm. Below is an account of its effectiveness. The Dai Sifu’s (Grandmaster Dr Pier Tsui-Po) classes in Dim […]
The dim mak pressure point Dan Tian is located on the lower torso, approximately one hand width below the navel. The Dan Tian is also known in western terms as “the breadbasket” and is recognised in both eastern and western cultures as being a point that can cause severe injury if struck with force. This […]
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