PE
In PE IDU week we research about sports from other countries
In my research, I search about kung fu, from China.
Here is my research:
Geral 8.1
15 March 2012
Kung fu (China)
Kung fu is one of the Chinese Martial Arts are a number of fighting styles that have developed over the centuries in China. These fighting styles are often classified according to common traits, identified as families or schools of martial arts. Examples of such traits include physical exercises involving animal mimicry, or training methods inspired by Chinese philosophies, religions and legends. Styles which focus on qi manipulation are labeled as internal, while others concentrate on improving muscle and cardiovascular fitness and are labeled external
Kung-fu and wushu are terms that have been borrowed into English to refer to Chinese martial arts. Wǔshù literally means "martial art". It is formed from 2 words 'wu' means "martial" or "military and which translates into "discipline", "skill", or method.The term wushu has also become the name for the modern sport of wushu, an exhibition and full-contact sport of bare-handed and weapons forms adapted and judged to a set of aesthetic criteria for points developed since 1949 in the People's Republic of China
The genesis of Chinese martial arts has been attributed to the need for self-defense, hunting techniques and military training in ancient China. Hand-to-hand combat and weapons practice were important in training ancient Chinese soldiers.While it is clear that various forms of martial arts have been practiced in China since antiquity, very little detail on specifics can be recovered for times predating the 16th century. By contrast, there is a variety of sources on the topic from the Qing period (1644 to 1912).
Detailed knowledge about the state and development of Chinese martial arts becomes available from the Nanjing decade (1928–1937), as the Central Guoshu Institute established by the Kuomintang regime made an effort to compile an encyclopedic survey of martial arts schools. Since the 1950s, the People's Republic of China has organized Chinese martial arts as an exhibition and full-contact sport under the heading of Wushu.
The basics are a vital part of any martial training, as a student cannot progress to the more advanced stages without them; Basics are usually made up of rudimentary techniques, conditioning exercises, including stances. Basic training may involve simple movements that are performed repeatedly; other examples of basic training are stretching, meditation, striking, throwing, or jumping. Without strong and flexible muscles, management of Qi or breath, and proper body mechanics, it is impossible for a student to progress in the Chinese martial arts. Train both Internal and External, external training includes the hands, the eyes, the body and stances, and internal training includes the heart, the spirit, the mind, breathing and strength.
How to learn Kung Fu:
Kung fu was originally developed by the monks of the Shaolin Temple. It has since diversified to include a wide variety of different forms and interpretations. However there are many commonalities to the different styles. Gaining a basic working understanding of these basic common techniques will enable you to build a foundation for the practice of this traditional but effective fighting style
1. Begin with learning basic kung fu stances. Some good basic kung fu stances to learn include horse stance, sitting stance, bow stance, cat stance, monkey stance and dragon stance. Practice transitioning smoothly from one stance to another until you can do so fluidly.
2. Add some basic footwork to your stance training. Different styles of kung fu employ different kinds of footwork so it's advisable to experiment with several. Dragon kung fu involves zig-zag footwork while bagua kung fu involves sliding your feet on the ground without ever lifting them up. Employing different styles of footwork will make you more well-rounded.
3. Learn basic kung fu hand strikes and kicks. Basic kung fu hand strikes include the straight punch, the reverse punch, the hook and the downward punch. Basic kicks include the front snap kick, the side kick, the back kick and the roundhouse kick. Practice delivering kicks and punches from different stances and while on the move. Use your stances and footwork to mask your intent and strike suddenly and unexpectedly.
4. Learn basic kung fu blocks and incorporate them into your routine. Basic blocks include outward blocks, inward blocks, upper blocks, lower blocks and parries. Ideally blocks should be delivered with the same intensity as strikes.
In my research, I search about kung fu, from China.
Here is my research:
Geral 8.1
15 March 2012
Kung fu (China)
Kung fu is one of the Chinese Martial Arts are a number of fighting styles that have developed over the centuries in China. These fighting styles are often classified according to common traits, identified as families or schools of martial arts. Examples of such traits include physical exercises involving animal mimicry, or training methods inspired by Chinese philosophies, religions and legends. Styles which focus on qi manipulation are labeled as internal, while others concentrate on improving muscle and cardiovascular fitness and are labeled external
Kung-fu and wushu are terms that have been borrowed into English to refer to Chinese martial arts. Wǔshù literally means "martial art". It is formed from 2 words 'wu' means "martial" or "military and which translates into "discipline", "skill", or method.The term wushu has also become the name for the modern sport of wushu, an exhibition and full-contact sport of bare-handed and weapons forms adapted and judged to a set of aesthetic criteria for points developed since 1949 in the People's Republic of China
The genesis of Chinese martial arts has been attributed to the need for self-defense, hunting techniques and military training in ancient China. Hand-to-hand combat and weapons practice were important in training ancient Chinese soldiers.While it is clear that various forms of martial arts have been practiced in China since antiquity, very little detail on specifics can be recovered for times predating the 16th century. By contrast, there is a variety of sources on the topic from the Qing period (1644 to 1912).
Detailed knowledge about the state and development of Chinese martial arts becomes available from the Nanjing decade (1928–1937), as the Central Guoshu Institute established by the Kuomintang regime made an effort to compile an encyclopedic survey of martial arts schools. Since the 1950s, the People's Republic of China has organized Chinese martial arts as an exhibition and full-contact sport under the heading of Wushu.
The basics are a vital part of any martial training, as a student cannot progress to the more advanced stages without them; Basics are usually made up of rudimentary techniques, conditioning exercises, including stances. Basic training may involve simple movements that are performed repeatedly; other examples of basic training are stretching, meditation, striking, throwing, or jumping. Without strong and flexible muscles, management of Qi or breath, and proper body mechanics, it is impossible for a student to progress in the Chinese martial arts. Train both Internal and External, external training includes the hands, the eyes, the body and stances, and internal training includes the heart, the spirit, the mind, breathing and strength.
How to learn Kung Fu:
Kung fu was originally developed by the monks of the Shaolin Temple. It has since diversified to include a wide variety of different forms and interpretations. However there are many commonalities to the different styles. Gaining a basic working understanding of these basic common techniques will enable you to build a foundation for the practice of this traditional but effective fighting style
1. Begin with learning basic kung fu stances. Some good basic kung fu stances to learn include horse stance, sitting stance, bow stance, cat stance, monkey stance and dragon stance. Practice transitioning smoothly from one stance to another until you can do so fluidly.
2. Add some basic footwork to your stance training. Different styles of kung fu employ different kinds of footwork so it's advisable to experiment with several. Dragon kung fu involves zig-zag footwork while bagua kung fu involves sliding your feet on the ground without ever lifting them up. Employing different styles of footwork will make you more well-rounded.
3. Learn basic kung fu hand strikes and kicks. Basic kung fu hand strikes include the straight punch, the reverse punch, the hook and the downward punch. Basic kicks include the front snap kick, the side kick, the back kick and the roundhouse kick. Practice delivering kicks and punches from different stances and while on the move. Use your stances and footwork to mask your intent and strike suddenly and unexpectedly.
4. Learn basic kung fu blocks and incorporate them into your routine. Basic blocks include outward blocks, inward blocks, upper blocks, lower blocks and parries. Ideally blocks should be delivered with the same intensity as strikes.
Reflection
In this assignment I could learn more about kung fu since I research about it. I got interested finding information about kung fu, and I learn some information of it after researching it. I feel being principled in this subject, even though I don't really use my time wisely but I able to send it right on time.