Dress for Kendo in Martial Arts

Sambo, which is a martial arts discipline that originated in Russia, uses a slightly different dress code than other types of martial arts, such as judo or karate. During sambo practice and competition,

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Jackie Chan suggests Kung Fu in Olympics

London, Aug 24: Jackie Chan, martial arts superstar famous for acrobatic fighting style, asked to include Kung Fu as an official sport at the Olympic Games.

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Bruce Lee kicks back at the Expo

BEIJING, Aug. 26 (Xinhuanet) -- Kung fu icon Bruce Lee - a powerful figure in shining red ceramic - stands on one leg and kicks the other explosively, almost vertically into the air, balancing the Oriental Pearl TV Tower.

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Kung Fu Dragon (Long Xing) Style

The Chinese dragon represents internal strength. Contrary to popular belief, there is no relation to the Western dinosaur or fire-breathing dragon. Instead, according to Buddhist writings, the Chinese dragon is a mystical creature that can show itself to those he wants, especially to those who have reached the highest levels of enlightenment. Chinese dragons also are said to live in oceans or large bodies of water and are believed to produce rain. They can make themselves large or small, and are sometimes said to be visible within the clouds if you look closely.

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Increase your strength, endurance and martial arts effectiveness by Kung Fu Animal Styles

People are always looking for ways to improve health and get in better shape. They need to look no further than martial arts for the answer. Looking better and feeling stronger and healthier are the major byproducts of adopting a martial arts discipline. There are as many debates about the best way to build strength and increase fitness as there are styles available to the practitioner.

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A African Karate Kid Trained in Chinese Styles

When Hasan Rucker arrived at the Zhao Changjun Wushu Academy in the ancient Chinese city of Xi'an in 2005, he wasn't what the faculty had expected. The School had accepted the 27-year-old Rucker (known in wushu circles by his Chinese name, Hai Shan) upon the recommendation of Rucker's teacher in Philadelphia. But they didn't know the extent of Rucker's training in wushu or his level of conditioning or his commitment to the rigors of full-time martial arts training, Chinese-style. He was also the first African-American most of them had seen.
                                                       

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Types of Kung Fu Fighting Styles

Here are a few of the more common Kung Fu fighting styles you will find today:

Northern Shaolin – With the temple being destroyed, many aspects of Shaolin Kung Fu spread all throughout China, while undergoing many adaptations and revisions. The present system however specializes in long-range fighting. Based entirely on the temple’s boxing heritage, this system still maintains that kicking is more effective than any hand movement since the legs are longer and more powerful than the hands.

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History of Kung Fu Fighting Styles

The origins of Kung Fu or the Chinese martial arts are well hidden behind many mythical facts of folklore and outrageous deeds. Much of its original, authentic history is lost, with just a few remnants surviving. This article deals with the different Kung Fu fighting styles that have survived the passage of time.

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