Table Of Contents
Chapter 1 A Brief History of Shuai Chiao 1 Chapter 2 Characteristics and Techniques of 4 Shuai Chiao Chapter 4 Applications of Basic Forms and 22 Throwing Techniques Chapter 5 Basic Hand Techniques and 38 Approaching Gestures Chapter 9 Warm-Up Exercises 64
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17. INNER THIGH THRUSTING THROW a Ready position The same as Figure 1. b Approaching 0 steps up and extends his right arm to X's face. X blocks O's arm with his left arm, grabbing it from the inside and pulling 0 forward. At the same time X turns his waist to the left while stepping up with his right foot to reach a spot in front of and between O's two feet. X's right leg should be bent so that X's center of gravity is lower than O's. c Throwing First, keep pulling O's left arm forward and let...
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toward the back left corner, straighten your knee so that you can make a 180 degree turn and finish in a Bow and Arrow Stance. When doing this, be sure to keep your waist and upper body straight and turn your head to look to your rear. By doing these movements you will throw O over to land in front of your right foot Fig. 19 . 10. GRABBING ARM LEG BLOCKING THROW a Ready position The same as Figure 1. b Approaching O steps up with his right foot, swinging his right arm forward to try to slap the...
Applications Of Basic Forms And Throwing Techniques
1. SHOULDER THROW a Ready position X-your-self, and O-opponent Stand facing each other at arm's length. The distance can be measured by X and O sticking out their right arms to stop right in front of each other's noses Fig. 1 . b Approaching First, O will raise his right arm to attack, striking from above down toward X's face. Second, X sticks out his left arm to block and grab O's forearm, pulling it straight backward parallel to the ground, c Throwing First, while pulling O's right arm...
Chapter Basic Forms
The practice of solo forms basic forms is the most traditional training method for learning the fundamentais of Shuai Chiao. In earlier times students would spend two to three years perfecting one form. Strict, proper and regular practice of solo forms improve the coordination of mind, eye, hand, body, steps and balance, and develops the control necessary for every throwing technique. It also increases endurance, accuracy, speed and strength. It is said that in ancient times there were 72 solo...
Characteristics Of Shuai Chiao
Shuai Chiao is a complete self defense system of the Chinese martial arts. It developed from fighting techniques to become a tournament sport and self defense style. The artist applies the techniques vigorously and efficiently in order to subdue his opponent with the least possible amount of harm. From the point of view of modern athletics, Shuai shiao is a sport which has benefits beyond the general advantages of participation in physical activity e.g., physical fitness, general health, mental...
Fundamentals of Shuai Chiao
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A Brief History Of Shuai Chiao
Shuai Chiao pronounced shwai-jyau is one of the oldest Chinese martial arts. It originated more than two thousand years ago, though some commentators claim its origin as early as 2000 B.C. Although the art itself has been practiced for a Jong time, it has been known by many names. It is only as recently as 1928 that it was agreed that all Chinese would call the art Shuai Chiao. Prior to 1928 the name varied according to the dynasty or area. The central government of the Republic of China...
Acknowledgements
In writing this book, I am grateful to many friends for their assistance and encouragement. Dr. Seymour Kleinman's advice and academic guidance has been of great help. I am particularly indebted to my teacher, Master Ch'ang Tung-sheng, who helped me enter the gate of Shuai Chiao. I am also deeply grateful to my fraternity brothers in the Shuai Chiao Committee of the Society of Physical Education of Taipei in Taiwan, R.O.C. The materials I have put in this book came mainly from my previous...
About The Author
Weng Chi-hsiu Daniel was born in Tainan County, Taiwan Province, Republic of China, 1948. When he was in the fifth grade, because his physique was small, his father took him to a friend, Lin Liang-shou, who operated a Judo studio. Mr. Weng at that time took judo only as a sport, practicing just once in a while. As a young man he enrolled in National Taiwan Normal University as a Physical Education major. The Physical Education Department required the study of Kung Fu, Judo and Shuai Chiao. Mr....
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Twisting Bricks
One combines this method with different stances. Hold a brick in each hand and practice twisting, curling, lifting, holding with arms outstretched straight, etc., while remaining in proper stances i.e., horse-riding, three planes, combined lying stance, etc. . Also, one can tie a brick at the end of a rope tied to a stick, and while keeping the arms outstretched straight, twist the stick so that the brick comes up and down Figs. 4, 5, 6, and 7 .
Walking In Low Postures
Walking in low postures is extremely beneficial in building endurance and strength of legs. It also helps to make your steps stable. When practicing this, keep the fists tight at each side, and keep the upper body straight and relaxed. Walk with the shins vertical and the thighs parallel to the ground, keeping the center of gravity as low as possible. Belt-cracking is one of the training methods that is enjoyable as well as beneficial. It increases the grabbing and arm strength necessary in...
Throwing Sacks Of Ballbearings
There are two kinds of sacks filled with ballbearings or sand that are normally used. One is a long sack about three feet long that has one open end. Standing in a bow-and-arrow stance with one hand on the waist, quickly and powerfully snap the bag straight back at shoulder height, parallel to the ground. The weight of the sack should vary according to the ability of the practitioner. This exercise adds to the strength of the fingers, wrist, and arm. It enables one to control an opponent or to...
Training Stances
Of the training methods with bare hands, the basic and traditional training stances are about the most important. The basic stances are the necessary and correct postures for Shuai Chiao applications, ombined with the training stances, they increase strength, balance, concentration, coordination, and endurance. They also teach correct breathing, weight-shifting, tensing and relaxing at the right part of the body and, especially, correct posture. Among the basic stances are 1 Three Planes, 2...