Northern Shaolin Sword

Form, Techniques, & Applications

Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang, Ph.D., Jeffrey Bolt

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YMAA Publication Center
08 December 2000

Fencing; Oriental martial arts

Master the Way of the Sword!

Discover the King of Short Weapons - the Lord of One Hundred Arms!

Improve your balance, strength, focus, and martial skills with this elegant and effective Chinese weapon, from America's most respected author and teacher of Shaolin Kung Fu. Mastering the Art of the Northern Shaolin Sword requires extensive physical training, which will result in a strong, finely-tuned body and mind. And as self-defense, Shaolin Sword is indispensable, improving your perception, timing, and reactions, allowing for the quickest and most appropriate response to any given situation.

Sword training is one of the highest accomplishments in Chinese martial arts. Northern Shaolin Sword is a complete book for martial artists seeking to refine their skill and spirit.

In-Depth History, Fundamentals and Forms. Two-Person Routines, Applications and Fighting Strategies. Three Complete Sword Sequences, including the Rarely Seen or Taught Matching Set. Easy-to-Follow Step-by-Step Photos with Detailed Instruction.

By: Dr. Jwing-Ming Yang Ph.D., Jeffrey Bolt
Imprint: YMAA Publication Center
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd New edition
Dimensions: Height: 238mm, Width: 184mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 649g
ISBN: 9781886969858
ISBN 10: 188696985X
Pages: 316
Publication Date: 08 December 2000
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

"Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming is a renowned author and teacher of Chinese martial arts and Qigong. Born in Taiwan, he has trained and taught Taijiquan, Qigong and Chinese martial arts for over forty-five years. He is the author of over thirty books, and was elected by Inside Kung Fu magazine as one of the 10 people who has ""made the greatest impact on martial arts in the past 100 years."" Dr. Yang lives in Northern California. Jeffery A. Bolt, Tournament promoter and Vice President of the USA Wushu Kungfu Federation, was inducted into Inside Kung Fu Magazine's Hall of Fame for Outstanding Martial Arts Promotions. Studying and teaching Chinese Martial Arts since 1975, he currently runs the Houston Institute of Chinese Martial Arts. Mr. Bolt lives in Houston, Texas."