Category Archives: Library

Articles, essays and descriptions on Chinese martial arts; its history, teachings, concepts and culture.

The Mirror of Movement

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Ted Mancuso

If you try to stay in stillness for any length of time, an eruption of hidden energies will make itself obvious to you. Continue reading →

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Defending the Self

Posted on July 26, 2011 by school

As the story goes a young boy wanted to avenge the murder of his parents so he went to a sword teacher and begged to be accepted as a student.

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Kung Fu 1000 years ago…

Posted on January 7, 2011 by school

Even 1000 years ago the kind of “cinema fighting”, sparring and other mixtures of entertainment and Wushu were already quite popular right along with circus stunts Continue reading →

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Wu Wei: No Way!

Posted on January 1, 2011 by school

  The young man was anxious to start martial training immediately.

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What We Teach

Posted on January 10, 2010 by school

Just for your information, here is a partial list of the wide range of information available at the Academy of Martial and Internal Arts… Continue reading →

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Humility

Posted on September 6, 2009 by Ted Mancuso

There’s a time when looking less competent than you really are can be an advantage. Continue reading →

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Resistance to Practice

Posted on September 30, 2006 by Paola Bruni

It never fails the palpable feeling of dread and trepidation mixed with fear that surfaces in the minutes before I am to begin my practice. Continue reading →

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Mindfullness: Part Two

Posted on September 27, 2005 by Mike Genzmer

Chinese traditional beliefs recognize “Three treasures of Life”: Jing, Chi and Shen (Essence, vital Energy and Spirit). An alchemy can occur with these treasures: a co-dependence enhancing the quality of life. These beliefs emphasize the practical and focus on simplicity.

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The Four Legs

Posted on September 19, 2005 by school

Martial arts, that is matured martial arts, stands like a firm table on four strong legs. It helps tremendously to know what they are and how these four points interact. Continue reading →

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The Armor

Posted on August 5, 2004 by Ted Mancuso

If he has to go out in his shadow-windowed vehicle he listens to music or talks into his mouthpiece. Continue reading →

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