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Overview of Kung Fu
A Chinese martial art developed approx 250-300 years ago. Differing sections are
Wing Chun Kung Fu and
Shaolin Kung Fu.
What is Kung Fu
Shaolin Kung Fu
Shaolin Definition by
Wikipedia characterised by direct explosive attacks and high-kicking aerial manoeuvres
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Shaolin Gung Fu Institute
Styles, history, philosophy and Shaolin Gung Fu technique
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Shaolin Wushu
What is it? (foundation, roots, history) , Method and Art of Combat
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Shaolin International Federation
"Shaolin Kung Fu is as vast and complex as the universe. This site will barely scratch the surface of its depths. An ancient Shaolin Master once said: 'Study Shaolin Style in great depth, then absorb the special qualities of other styles. Set for your high ideals. Study for wisdom and train the body. Never fear evil. Always fight for Justice.'";Styles, news, events, about Shaolin Kung Fu
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Order of Shaolin Ch'an
The Order of Shaolin Ch'an, founded in 520 C.E. by the Indian monk Tamo, is a branch of Ch'an (Zen) Buddhism dedicated to the study of nature and humanity's place in our world. Through the physical study of martial arts we learn to extinguish our egos, through the study of nature we seek understanding of the unity of all life, and through meditative practices we strive to maximize the potential of each individual...
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Shaolin Kung Fu Library online
Read all about it!
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Chinese Shaolin Centre
"to bring to the student a sense of the art, history, legends and training by devoting tremendous attention to all facets of the students' training"
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British Martial Arts:
Shaolin and Chow Gar background information, Directory Listing, Martial Art Resources
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Sindo Self Defense
Wing Chun Kung Fu
Wing Chu is a southern style of Kung Fu focussing on strong arm and hand techniques, and stable, immovable stances and fast footwork and specialising in close-range combat. Important features are a stance like a piece of bamboo - firm but flexible, rooted but yielding- a balanced, relaxed posture for fast recovery from stalled attacks, softness (via relaxation), punches and kicks. See Wikipedia
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Variations of Kung Fu
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wing-chun.ws
Wing Chun is a website which contains the history, the principles, the techniques, forms, many movies and many videos about the martial art called Wing Chun.
Wing Chun
Definition by
Wikipedia places emphasisis on close range combat
Kung Fu in North America
Kung Fu in Canada
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Wingtsunkungfu
From Vancouver, British Columbia; Canadian schools, interactive sessions, contests, special events, semiars....
Kung Fu in USA
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Rochester Wing Chun
Has articles, essays and Faq's on the style and useful links to local (Bay Area) clubs and Wing Chun resources
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Centerline Academy
Provides instruction in the Neptune Beach, Florida area; History
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Atlantic Warriors
a source of information on Wing Chun Kung Fu, physical health, and well-being.
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