We have all seen the martial artist who has discovered this whole body force. He may not be impressive in a weightlifting environment, but he can crush you with his ability to apply all of the strength he possesses in sparring or combat. In order to develop the tremendous power of external and inner...
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Ever wonder about the ways you can use that Jiulong Ba Step? Well wonder no more. Here is a video from Shizi Orchard showing us that invaluable sequence of solo practice to practical applications. If you want to discuss what you see here, head on over the to Jiulong discussion group. Discuss this video...
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Dr. Yancy Orchard demonstrates many of the turning tactics covered in Jiulong Baguazhang’s Dragon Rolling the Pearl – Fundamental Principles course. Dragon Rolling the Pearl is the beginner’s course all Jiulong Baguazhang Wu Guan (Martial Schools) branches teach their beginners. The course limits the curriculum to two postures, Dragon Rolling the Pearl and Dragon...
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To develop Song is to use your mind to learn to feel and adjust the way you use your body machinery. This awareness teaches us to clearly differentiate between the necessary and unnecessary use of your muscles as you move.
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by Dr. John P. Painter International Copyright IAM Co. 2008 All rights reserved please do not distribute without permission of author. thegompa@aol.com The principles of Baguazhang are not exactly the same as that of Taijiquan.
The two arts share some similarities and common words. One of these words is
sung. Finding sung for internal...
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