KUNG FU–WU SHU

Northern Shaolin
Basic Handbook

INSTRUCTOR
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The true Gong Fu comes with the knowledge of the basics...
A solid foundation is the path to mastering the art.

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Summary
Introductiono.3
History
The Shaolin Temple
Shaolin of the Northe .5
Masters.................................................................7
The System
Tao Lu
Weapons...................................................................................................................................................................................13
Other Styles
External Systemo ...............................................................................................................................................................14
Internal System
Other Related Activities ................................................................. 16
Qin Na .........................................................................................................................................................................16
Qi Gong .....................................................................................................................................................................16
Sanshou/Sanda ............................................................................................................................................................16
Chinese Wrestling 17
Tai Chi Chuan 17
Modern Wu Shu
The Training
Vocabulary .........................................................................................................................................................................18
Greeting– Bao Quan Li
Memorial Tablet– Father Wei ..............................................................................................................................................20
Philosophya ...................................................................................................................................................................................22
Student Attitudes................................................................................................................................................................22
Martial Ethics - Wude
Regulations
Stretching and Flexibility
Graduationo................................................................................................................................................................................27
Technical Division
Questionnaire.............................................................................................................................................................................31

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Introduction
Various forms of martial arts are often confused with one another. Kung Fu is the most
known to refer to all forms of martial arts developed and practiced in China, the birthplace of the arts
martial
Kung Fu is a Chinese martial art that emerged over 4000 years ago, starting in the Temple of
Shaolin in the Henan province (northern China), where the monks, due to their dedication and devotion, achieved
exceptional results through technical, physical, and mental mastery.
The main characteristic is the movements (attack and defense) based on animals (dragon, tiger,
leopard, snake, monkey, eagle, praying mantis, heron, etc.), the elements of nature (water, wood, fire,
earth and metal) and the principles that govern the universe (Yin and Yang) that, combined with the movements created
by the masters, gave rise to the various styles of freehand as well as a great variety of weapons.
The Tao Lu or Kati is a succession of offensive and defensive strikes, arranged in a logical manner that
determines the characteristics of the style. It usually follows an ordered sequence for learning, from
according to the stage of evolution, complexity of blows and fighting techniques.
The Northern Shaolin style is composed of ten Tao Lu's, which are part of the training, involving the use of various
types of weapons such as: baton, machete, sword, daggers, and various types of spears.

The Tigrenos teaches strength,

OLeopardonos teaches the power,
The Serpent teaches flexibility and rhythmic resistance,
AGarçanos teaches the grace and fluid harmony,
OMacaconos teaches natural agility and cunning,
The AÁguianos teaches tenacity,
The praise to God teaches us lightness, and

Dragons teach how to ride the wind.

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History
The Shaolin Temple

Figure: The Shaolin Temple of Henan.

Emperor Xiaowen (of the last Wei of the North dynasty) was responsible for the construction of the temple.
situated among the Songshan mountains in the province of Henan. Founded in the 5th century in 495 BC (the first
Buddhism school in China), was built in the middle of the forest (Lin - ) at the foot of Mount Shaoshi (Shao Shi
Shan - ), receiving the name of Shao Lin.
With the sponsorship of Xiaowen, Batuo, the first abbot, established the Shaolin Temple as a great
religious educational center, responsible for the transmission of Buddhist teachings and translations of scriptures
from Sanskrit to Chinese.
Years later, around 520-525 AD, after traveling through the dangerous mountains of the Himalayas, a monk
of the name Bodhidharma (Damo), arrives in China.
Many claim that Damo was responsible for the creation and development of martial arts within the
Shaolin monastery, but unfortunately there is no concrete evidence regarding this, being this the most
known and officially accepted.
Damo was the 28th patriarch of Mahayana Buddhism and brought his teachings to the monastery, more
afternoon becoming the first patriarch of Ch´an Buddhism ( - also known as Zen in Japan).
Along with his Buddhist teachings, they say he left some exercises to improve health.
two monks, such as the Yi Jin Jing (Treatise on the Renewal of Muscles and Tendons) and the Xi Sui Jing (Treatise on the...
Marrow). However, it was not accepted immediately; it spent 9 years meditating in "lotus" (cross-legged) in a
cave in front of the monastery, until they accepted him inside the Temple.
The story goes that Bodhidharma realized that his disciples, although they were serious students of his
teachings, could not endure the long periods of meditation. Therefore, he presented the monks with 18 exercises
known as 'Shi Ba Luo Han Shou' or the 18 hands of Luo Han. Such movements are credited as the
embryo of "Shaolin boxing" (Shaolin Quan).

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 Years later, a young rich man (Chue Yuan) converted to
Shaolin monk. Chue Yuan was already practicing a rudimentary form of
Kung Fu and, upon watching the 18 movements of Shaolin, combined them with
your knowledge and produced 72 techniques. These were expanded to
170 by the masters Chue Yuan, Li Cheng, and Pai Yu Fen, leaving the technique
known as Shaolin Kung Fu. Later also divided into 5
grupos de animais: Dragão, Tigre, Leopardo, Grou e Serpente.
Although Shaolin Kung Fu has its foundations in the 18 movements.
It is erroneous to claim that Da Mo is the 'father' of martial arts in
temple. Historians believe that the constant exchange of monks
with military and village masters invited to go to the temple, were able to
compile various ancient styles that emerged outside the temple, culminating in
which came to be called Shaolin kung fu.
The style was reserved only for some monks and some Figure: Ta Mo or Bodhidharma.
invited residents, but over time, some disciples were accepted
in martial training to combat and protect properties of the
Temple.
The temple was almost completely destroyed in 1928 by General Shi Yousan, with only 10% remaining.
the millennial constructions and the manuscripts of its history both religious, political, and martial. Some of the styles
taught in the monastery still exist today thanks to the dispersion of monks and the transmission made outside of the
Shaolin gates.
In the 1980s, the Chinese government began the restoration of its buildings, reviving the arts.
martial of the place.
Although there are other temples involved or related to martial arts, there is no evidence of
that they were 'branches' of Shaolin, not even of Fujian, each having its own development
many times parallelly in history.

Northern Shaolin

One of the most famous and well-known styles, the Northern Shaolin, was created from techniques.
developed within the Shaolin Buddhist Monastery.
After years and years of history, the Shaolin monks learned techniques of hand-to-hand combat and
weapons and developed their own techniques that made them known and feared. The teachings were
reserved for the monks, but in 1650, the then abbot Chiu Jin allowed laypeople to learn some styles.
One of the first was Kan Fon Hsi, who later became a hero in Chinese history for the fight against the
oppression of the Qing.
The martial legacy of Gan Fenchi passed through four generations until it reached Ku Yu Cheong, who learned
the techniques originating from Shaolin with a friend of his father. Ku Yu Cheong became famous for his technique of
"Iron Palm" and joined as an instructor at the Central Academy of Nanking in 1928. There he learnedTaiJi Quan,
What happened?the Wudang sword with Li Kin Lam, and Ba Guathe Xing Yiwith Sun Lu Tang.

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 Later, Ku Yu Cheong was invited to represent the Central Academy in Canton along with
other famous masters. Years later he opened his own school and named it 'Northern Shaolin' to
techniques that he taught; the explanation for the name was because the style gathered only the best styles from the north
from China, such as: 'The ten routines of Shaolin', Tai Ji Quan, Ba Gua, Xing Yi, Tan Tui, Zha Quan, the weapons and Qi
Bell "Little golden bell".
Ku Yu Cheong had several students,
among which Yim Sheung Mo stood out
considerably and can learn Liu He and
Chi Yi Mun and Mong Lai Sin. Yim Sheung
He resided in Hong until the end of his life.
Kong, where he taught many students. Among
the best was Chan Kowk Wai, today
representative of the Northern Shaolin.
The Main Style, 'The Ten Routines
of Shaolin
weapons, totaling ten in hand
books and more than twenty-five weapons
different, each with one or two Figure: Fresco of monks in unarmed combat found in
shapes approximately. His Shaolin Temple of Henan.
notable characteristics are long attacks
and shorts, of hands and mainly of feet,
elbows, slaps and falls.

Brief Genealogy of Northern Shaolin

Abbot Zhao Yuan

Sweet Wind Pool
Wan Bang Cai
Yan De Gong
Yan San Sheng
Yan Ji Wen
Gu Ru Zhang (1894-1952)
Yan Shang Wu (1892-1971)
Chen Guo Wei

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 Masters

Grand Master Ku Yu Cheong

(Tai Shi Zhang Gu Ru Zhang)

Born in 1894 in the province of Kiansu (Chiang Su), Ku Yu Cheong grew up in Nanking and had contact
with martial arts since childhood. His father Ku Lei Chi was a master ofZhaWhen is it?Springy Legsthe owner of a
Notable security company that provided escort and protection for caravans traveling across China.
Ku Yu Cheong trained with his father until he was fourteen, when his father was afflicted with an illness.
incurable and ended up passing away. On his deathbed, Ku Lei Chi advised his son that if he wanted to give himself
continuation of your martial arts training should seek out Master Yin Kai Yun, heir of one of the many
styles of the Shaolin monastery.
Yin Kai Yun and Ku Lei Chi became friends during a bloody confrontation when their caravans
they were attacked by bandits; Yin Kai Yun had lost most of his men when Ku Lei Chi intervened
and saved his life–Ku Lei Chi was famous for his kicking techniques, which threw opponents away.
great distances. From this meeting was born a great friendship between the two great masters.
Ku Yu Cheong went to the province of Shantung with a letter from his father and Yin Kai Yun.
immediately accepted him as a student anddiscipleUlo. Ku Yu Cheong stayed with Yin Kai Yun for more than ten
years and became the heir to his knowledge; 'The Ten Paths of Shaolin' - one of the many styles
originating from the Honan monastery, a vast arsenal of traditional weapons, the technique of cultivating vital energy
"The Little Golden Bell" and the famous "Iron Palm."
Upon learning of his mother's passing, Ku Yu
Cheong returned to Nanking; in early 1925
worked as an employee in the ministry of finance
Kwangtung and later hired as an instructor
head of the military institute of the government. There, Ku Yu Cheong
met great masters like:generalLi Kin Lam
(Tai Chi Chuan, Pa Ki and Wudang Sword), Sun Lu Tang (Ba
Gua), Yang Cheng Fu (Tai Chi Chuan), Wong Lai Shen (Liu
He) and many others.
Around 1928, Ku Yu Cheong along with
Figure: Ku Yu Cheong and the famous iron palm. with other famous masters, he was requested by the

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government to integrate the faculty of the famous Central Academy of Nanking, one of the most centers
important for the teaching of martial arts across the Chinese territory. A few years later, he was invited to
to represent the Central Academy in Gonshao, Canton, along with four other masters who became well-known
as 'The Five Tigers of the North' with the aim of going south to promote the martial arts of the north.
Ku Yu Cheong was the protagonist of many stories such as: the use of his vital energy to heal.
sick, break a stack of twelve refractory bricks with a single touch and the non-concrete legend; when
killed a giant horse that belonged to a traveling Russian circus - the owner of the circus offered money to those who
resisted a kick from the animal, which had already killed many people. Ku Yu Cheong accepted the challenge and in the end
after three kicks, he was unharmed; he asked to see the horse up close and struck an attack with his palm on the
back of the animal. The horse reared up, neighed, and died. Although there was no apparent damage, when they did the
The autopsy revealed that all the internal organs had dissolved.
At the age of 59, Ku Yu Cheong passed away in 1952.

Grand Master Yim Sheung Mo

(Tai Shi Zhang Yan Shang Wu)

Born in 1882 in the city of Linxi, Guanzhou province, at the age of 35 Yim Sheung Mo already
he was a respected and well-known master of Hung Gar, but at the same time, the destinies of two masters
they crossed paths in an unusual situation.

When it was known that the famous master who killed a horse with the palm of his hand was in Kuangchou,
he asked for permission from his then master, Wan Li Sheng (one of the 'five tigers of the north') to be able to learn
with Ku Yu Cheung. Since Wan Li Sheng was very friendly with him, he wrote a letter of introduction.
Becoming one of the three heirs of Ku Yu Cheong's knowledge, Yim Sheung Mo had the
opportunity to learn other styles, thanks to the reputation of your teacher; learned Cai Li Fo Bak Sing with
Tam Sam, Liu He and Chi Yi Mun are with Mong Lai Sin.
At the advice of Ku Yu Cheong, Yim Sheung Mo moved to Hong Kong in 1952 because of
instabilidade política da China e lá recebeu a acolhida da família Chan, em cuja casa passou a ministrar aulas.
Your reputation grew quickly andlogobecame a well-known master in Hong Kong.

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 Famous for his martial arts skills, Yim
Sheung Mo was also a character in many
curious stories; in a restaurant, Yim Sheung Mo
he/she pierced a porcelain cup with the middle finger
without moving it from its place. His nickname was Yim 'Head-'
de-ferro", once, visiting old colleagues from
Hung Gar, Yim Sheung Mo was introduced to
younger students in a joking manner like 'the master'
from Hung Gar who had become a student of Shaolin of
North"; after finishing his visit, he said goodbye to the
presents and made a hole in the wall with his
head and left.
Yim Sheung Mo had many students in Hong.
Kong left some of his representatives
teachings around the world; Chan Ning Ling,
Choy Ning, Au Wing I, Wong Chia Man, Kwok Wing
Figure: Yim Sheung Mo in presentation. There are many others, but the one that stood out the most is
became the heir of all his knowledge was
Master Chan Kowk Wai.
Yim Sheung Mo taught until his last day of life, passing away at 84 years old, in 1971 in Hong.
Kong.

Grand Master Chan Kowk Wai

(Shi Zhang Chen Guo Wei)

Born in 1936 in the city of Taishan, Guangdong province, Chan Kowk Wai began his training.
at four years old. While secretly watching the Cai Li Fo classes taught by Master Chan Cheok Sing
the villagers, was caught by one of the older students and taken before the master who, instead of reprimanding
He accepted him as a student due to his dedication. Master Chan only trained in the Cai Li Fo style until he was fourteen.
years old.
In the year 1949, the year of the proclamation of the People's Republic of China, Master Chan moved with his
family to Hong Kong and there continued his learning with his uncle, Ma Kim Fong, master of Luo Han (a
of the many styles created within the Shaolin Monastery).

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 Grandmaster Yim Sheung Mo moved to Hong Kong for the same reasons and stayed at the
Chan Kowk Wai's family home and there he established his school; thus the young Chan had the opportunity to
to learn Northern Shaolin. His dedication was intense, training and learning day and night with Master Yim
Sheung Mo thus became the heir of the style, the techniques of martial Qi Gong and healing massage.
Também tornou-se mestre e herdeiro em outros estilos que aprendeu com mestres apresentados pelo
your master Yim Sheung Mo, like: Seven Stars Grasshopper with Master Won Hong Fan, Eagle Claw
with Master Ching Jim Man and Hung Sing Cai Li Fo with the master and renowned doctor Yim You Chin. All of the
knowledge acquired over a decade required great dedication and made Grandmaster Chan Kowk Wai a
two of the most respected masters both inside and outside of China.

Arriving in Brazil in 1960, Grandmaster Chan participated in the formation of the Chinese Social Center, where
taught Kung Fu classes for twelve years. Also taught classes at USP for seven years.
In 1970, he founded the Sino-Brazilian Academy of
Kung Fu has since trained several teachers who
perpetuating knowledge throughout Brazil and in other
countries such as Spain, the United States, Argentina, and Chile.

Grandmaster Chan Kowk Wai teaches various

styles of Kung Fu in the matrix of the Sino-Brazilian Academy,
among which are:CaiLi Fo, Northern ShaolinTan
You,Zha Quan, Liu He, Luo Han, Tang Lang, Ying Zhao
Xing YiEight TrigramsTai Chi ChuanPak Kiand Iron Palm. Figure: Master Chan Kowk Wai: Serpent, sword of
Wudang Monkey.

The System
Tao Lu

The Northern Shaolin is one of the most prominent traditional styles of Chinese martial arts. Its
patriarch, Gu Ru Zhang, systematized and organized all his knowledge into a form of teaching, however
where he taught were famous for other styles of Shaolin, which is why his school/style became known as Shaolin
from the North.

Generalizing the style, it emphasizes a long range of techniques, rapid advances and retreats, postures
longs, kicking and jumping techniques, as well as acrobatics, elbow strikes, sweeps, falls, blocks
circles, speed, agility, and aggressiveness in attacks.
The system teaches techniques using hands and weapons (known as the '18 weapons') through combinations.
default (routines/taolu/kati) and dui lian (sparring, combined fights). The student learns the principles
basics of style and the fluidity of movements combined with the applicability of techniques.
It is composed of 3 fundamentals: the forms/taolu (here in Brazil it is better known as kati), the palm of
iron and Qi Gong.
The Qi Gong practiced in this style is the Golden Bell (xiao jin zhong) composed of 17 techniques that together
with the iron palm it becomes one of the most impressive techniques of Gong Fu.
In the set of forms, the Northern Shaolin has as its central pillar the '10 forms of Shaolin' divided
in 5 short and 5 long and the Lian Bu Quan form, inherited from the time of the Central Guoshu Institute. Also

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it accounts for the handling of the main traditional weapons: baton (29), machete (3), sword (10), spear (27), dagger (1)
guan dao (5), corrente (18), san jie gun (31), hooks (30), shovel (24) and others (see image on page 14).

Fists of the North (Shaolin)

1st Tao Lu – Lian Bu Quan – Training Steps Routine

Five Short Forms of Shaolin

2nd Tao Lu - Short Attack Boxing Duan Da Quan - Short Attack/Short Fight

3rd Tao Lu - Plum Blossom Fist - Mei Hua Quan

4th Tao Lu - Chuan Xin Quan – Heart Piercing Fist

5th Tao Lu - Wu Yi Quan - Martial Skill

6th Tao Lu - Ba Bu Quan - Pull Steps

Five Long Forms of Shaolin

7th Tao Lu - Zuo Ma Quan - Horse Riding
8th Tao Lu - Ling Lu Quan - Show the Way
9th Tao Lu - Opening the Door Fist - Opening Gates

10th Tao Lu - Continuous Fist - Continuous Circle/Continuous Attack

11th Tao Lu - French Fist Fa Shi Quan - Ritual/Skillful Techniques

Traditional Forms of Weapons

Little Flower Stick

Staff Above the Eyebrow – Qi Mei Gun

Nunchaku - Double Stick
Pi Gua Knife
Six Harmonies Broadsword
Fan
Sword Dragon Form – Long Xing Jian
Launch Raise Block–Tilan Gun

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Dagger Pierces Tiger
Double Dagger
Double Sabre
Spring/Autumn Broadsword (Guan Dao)

Crescent Moon – Moon Spade

Three Section Staff of the Ground (Tiger Tail) - Ditang (Hu Wei) San Jie Gun
Nine Links Current - Ditang Nine Section Whip
Tiger Head Double Hooks
Combined Shaolin Sticks - Shaolin Gun Duichai
Combined Cleaver against Lance - Single Sword Advances Against Spear

Other Styles
{"Tang Lang":"Praying Mantis","Shi Ba Sou":"Eighteen Old Men","18 Anciões":"18 Ancients"}

Praying Mantis (God's Louva) - Beng Bu - Crushing Step

Praying Mantis (God's Praise) - Da Fanche Quan – The Great Wheel

Praying Mantis (Praise the Lord) - Step Combination Jie Bengbu – Combined Crushing Steps

Eagle Claw – Leaning Body Fist

Ying Zhao (eagle claw) - Lian Hua Tiao Jian Quan - Lotus Flower Crosses the Brook
Luo Han - Yi Lu Luo Han Quan - 1st Luo Han

Ten Road Spring Legs - Tan Tui's 10 Forms (Tan Tui - Spring Legs)

Twelve Routes of Tan Tui – Tan Tui's 12 Forms (Tan Tui – Spring Legs)
Cai Li Fo (tigre) - Bawang Quan–Punho do Tirano

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 Weapons
- Stick (Gun-29): Known as the 'Father' of all weapons, the stick is essential in training with
weapons. It is based on long weapons and is almost always the first that the practitioner learns. There are several Tao Lus.
for this weapon whose effects are deadly.
- Machete (Dan Dao-3): Known as the 'Marshal' of all weapons, the machete is one of the 4 basic weapons of
northern styles, along with the staff, the spear, and the straight sword. Present in almost all styles of Gong
In general, the techniques are characterized as simple, yet extremely effective in the execution of the strikes.
- Sword (Dan Jian-10): Known as the "Knight" or "Lady" of weapons, straight swords are
often carried by schoolchildren and the nobility. It is a very subtle weapon. While
superficially the movements may seem simple, they contain hidden complexity. Their use requires
great skill, as it is a light weapon that should never directly collide with the opponent's weapon.
Being double-edged, it requires quick reflexes, 'attention,' and stability in movement from the student.
Spear (Qiang–27): The spear is referred to as the "king" or "queen" of weapons. In many fight sequences
combined with this system, the spear is one of the most difficult weapons to be surpassed. It is said that the tip of the spear
can strike quickly, like the tongue of a serpent. This weapon develops its ability to project its
energy for the farthest tip quickly and efficiently.
- Knives (Bi Shou-1): They were used in hand-to-hand combat. It is dangerous even for the user, as it can be harmful.
having the necessary care can result in injuries arising from its use. Today it is part of the training because it
to deal with a traditional weapon.
- Armas Longas (Qiang):Lança de Duas Pontas-8, Machadão-21, Guan Dao-22 (Da Dao), Tridente-20, Lança
Serpent-28, Pu Dao-25; were commonly used on horseback. They are capable of developing coordination of
a practitioner between the arms and the rest of the body.
- Three Section Staff (San Jie Gun-31): Considered the most difficult to handle among long weapons.
It has at the same time the characteristics of a stick and a chain, being taught only to more advanced students.
experienced.
Hooks (Hu Tou Shuang Gou-30): Known as the king of weapons, it has cutting edges and tips throughout.
extremity, except for the place where it is held. It is capable of facing any weapon in battle. Its
movements are adapted to disarm the opponent.
Chain (Jiu Jie Bian-18): One of the hardest weapons to handle, very useful, effective, and requires years of
practice for good and total improvement.

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 Figure: Shaolin Weapons.

Other Styles

External System
They are generally fast and explosive, with a focus on physical strength and agility. External schools discovered,
over the years, that a straight-line attack increases its strength, and that the impulse to strike a
the strike increases if the entire body follows the movement linearly.

Tiger Choy Li Fut – Originating from southern China, this style consists of movements.
combinations of kicks and punches, fast, strong and short, and some even simultaneous, the unique characteristic of the Cai
Li Fo are the low bases and techniques of attacks and defenses that are very efficient and objective. Besides punches,
use your hands in a guard position imitating a tiger's paw.
Praise the God Mantis (Ton Lon) – Uses its hand in the shape of pincers, which allows for strikes of
pinching and the possibility of reaching precise points of greater vulnerability, as well as being quite efficient
for arm locks and the resulting immobilization of the opponent. There are several styles, with the most famous being
the seven stars, a name referring to the seven parts of the body that must be used in harmony: head,
shoulders, arms, hands, hips, knees and feet.
Eagle Claw (Ying Zhao) - The Eagle Claw style gets its name, like many others
styles that make references to animals, in light of the diversity of training techniques of Qin Na
(immobilizations and twists) that suggest the agility, strength, and precision of the eagle.

Luo Han – Advindo from inside the temple, the style is composed of body techniques with
quick, objective and precise attack and defense movements. The techniques demand flexibility and strength for their

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execution. The date of its creation is completely imprecise, as its techniques mix with some
forms of other styles originating from the monastery itself. It is believed to have been created for monks only.
selected to defend the monastery had their domain.
Luo Hap Liu He Quan (Six Harmonies or Six Unions) – Created within the monastery, it is believed that the name
it relates to the three external harmonies – between shoulders and hips, elbows and knees, hands and feet; and the three
internal harmonies - heart with intention, intention with qi and qi with strength. It is characterized by the use of
strong movements among which there is an alternation of kick and punch techniques, with a wide range of
attack and counterattack movements.
Tam Tui (Jumping Legs) - Own style and later incorporated into Northern Shaolin.
Tantui consists of a series of physical conditioning exercises, in which its forms are small.
modules generally repeated 3 times. Based mainly on leg movements, the Tantui also
makes great use of breathing and arm movements.
Tcha Chuan, originating from Northern China, is considered one of the great influences of
Modern Wushu. Its movements are graceful, continuous, and rhythmic. It emphasizes the use of both hands and feet.
At the same time, different techniques are used to facilitate the use of continuous attacks.

Internal System
Characterized by circular and gentle movements, without the apparent use of physical strength but rather of
energy flows and channels (Chi). Masters of internal schools have found that the most effective way to
defending and attacking is moving the limbs and the whole body in circular motions

Tai Ji Quan Yang Style Tai Chi (Supreme Ultimate or Supreme Principle) – It consists of slow movements and
circular movements involving the hands, arms, shoulder, waist, and legs; the entire body in synchronization without
limits. Aims to combat the instability caused by brute force and achieve a physical and mental balance. Today is
practiced as therapy due to its health benefits.
Ba Gua Eight Trigrams (Eight Trigrams or Eight Mutations) - Unlike Tai Ji, this style has steps
quick and positions that facilitate mobility, the strikes are executed with the hands in the shape of a paw. It is done
in a circle with determined steps, usually numbering 8, and is based on the diagrams of the I Ching.
Xing Yi (Form and Intention Fist or Body and Mind Fist) - It is a style that
it is based both on internal and external forms. Its defense is executed by diverting the opponent's force,
causing him to lose balance and completing the sequence with closed-fist strikes or kicks. Unlike the
the other two, it is quite aggressive and with emphasis on the relaxed fist until the moment of impact, when it is
suddenly closed and the energy explodes at the opponent. Their movement is predominantly linear,
coordinating the body as a unique whole.

The student must follow the main style which is Northern Shaolin and be familiar with various other styles through
Tao Lu's, both of hands and weapons. Each style has various types of weapons that can vary from one...
simple rods to complicated chains, all serving as extensions of the arms and movements, and in addition
they are essential in motor development, particularly coordination. Their constant practice
is characterized by being an excellent body modeling exercise, resulting in great outcomes in the
training and improvement of its basic capabilities.

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Other Related Activities

Qin Na
Chin Na (Qin Na in Pinyin) can be translated as 'to capture and
to control.
The trapping techniques control and lock the joints or
muscles/tendons so that the opponent cannot move, thus
neutralizing your ability to fight. Those on pressure techniques, focused
In nerve endings, they are used to cause pain and unconsciousness. By
Finally, impact techniques are applied to vital points and can be deadly.
All have the purpose of intercepting an aggressive action in order to
to neutralize the opponent, temporarily or permanently.
Although the techniques of Chin Na are different from a style of Kung Fu
Figure: Illustrative application It went to another, the theories and principles of application remain the same,
from Qin Na. these factors are the basis of all techniques.

Qi Gong
"The Little Golden Bell," Siu Cant Son, is a Chi Kung method.
Martial used for the cultivation and development of vital energy for combat.
It consists of a set of 17 breaths. Being a martial Chi Kung, it aims to
in addition to strengthening the body and internal organs, to develop the capacity
to absorb blows and bear heavy weights without suffering damage.
It is the basis for breaking training, "Iron Palm" ( ) and the
legendary "Iron Shirt".
Figure: Master Chan
practicing iron palm.

Sanshou/Sanda
Sanshou (literally, "free fists") is the sporting form of
combat within Kung-Fu. Without losing martial potential, it differs from
traditional combat for not employing excessively dangerous techniques such as
localized twists and strikes against critical or vital points such as eyes,
throat, knees, and genitals.
The term Sanda is older and more commonly used when the government
China formalized and standardized martial arts officially used the term
Sanshou to designate this aspect, later reverting to using the term
Figure: Application of fall. Sanda. Developed at the same time as modern wushu (Olympic), it uses
falls, strikes, and throws (falls) and all their variations.

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 Shuai Jiao
The term Shuaijiao means: Shuai = to throw down and Jiao = horns, or
be, horns that knock down.
Considered the oldest unarmed combat technique of the
China achieved great development in northern China during the period
between the Ming and Qing dynasties. Their most well-known styles are Baoding,
Taijin, Beijing, and Bokh (Mongolian), each having their own characteristics.
specific, yet always emphasizing projection techniques, keys and
twists, which are the foundation of art.
Figure: Grand Master Chang
Dong Sheng.

Tai Chi Chuan

Tai Chi Chuan can be translated as boxing of the ultimate supreme.
Tai Chi has transformed over the centuries into a fairly
enhanced with exercises and personal development. It is absorbing, but
not exhaustive or exhausting. It consists of a series of exercises with
slow and continuous movements aimed at relaxing and developing the whole body.
One of its great attractions is that anyone, regardless of
age, you can train it.
The objective of this sequence of movements carefully
structured is to develop internal strength, flexibility, and vigor. This ancient
Figure: Classical Position in Tai art has been increasingly used for its therapeutic properties. A
Chi Chuan. once learned, it is a treasure that lasts a lifetime.

Modern Wushu
Modern wushu is the synthesis of traditional wushu from China.
Developed in the 1950s by the Commission for Physical Culture and Sports of
China, at the request of Mao Zedong, with the aim of becoming a sport of
high level with worldwide recognition. The modality consists of forms,
whether hands-free or with weapons, whether individual, group, or combined,
within the north, south, and taijiquan styles. As a sport and high
performance, the concern is based on aesthetics, beauty, and perfection of
movements. Figure: Modern postures.

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The Training

Vocabulary

General
Gong Fu – "Time and Skill", "Hard Work", something acquired through effort.
Wu Shu - Martial Art/Art of War
Guo Shu–National Art
Wu Guan–Training Hall
Martial Ethics

As for the style

Shao Lin–Little Forest, Young Forest
Tao Lu (kati)–Form, sequence of strikes
Pair Training (Combined)

Modalities
San Shou - Free Combat, Free Hands
Qi Gong – Energy Work
Qin Na–Control and Grapple (Self-Defense)
Tai Chi Chuan–Ultimate Limit Fist
Shuai Jiao–Numbers that Knock Down

Treatments
Shi Fu–Professor
Also - disciple (student)
Teacher - Professor
Student

Clothing
Yi Fu–Uniform
Yao Dai–Belt

Geographic
At North
China (Middle Country)
Bahia–Brazil

Greetings
Bao Quan Li–Length
Yu Pei–Sense Position
Chiou–to be prepared
Thank you

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 Bases
Archer's Base
Ma Bu–Horse base
Xu Bu–False base, Cat
Xie Bu–Cross Base
Pu Bu–Sitting base

Counting from 1 to 10
One Yi - 1
Two
Three
Four Si - 4
Five
Six Liu - 6
Seven
Eight
Nine - 9
Ten

All Chinese words and terms are in Mandarin (the official Chinese language). The romanization of
Chinese characters are done in the Pinyin system (official Chinese system) For example: Kung Fu (Wade-Giles,
system used by the USA) = Gong Fu (Pinyin).

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 Greeting–Bao Quan Li

Figure: The greeting.

Each ideogram of Bao Quan literally means 'to wrap', 'fist', and 'ceremony', but has the
the sense of together representing a greeting, salutation. It was created in the Ming Dynasty, in China by
revolutionaries and later adopted by Chinese martial arts schools as an official greeting. It is
made with the right hand closed and the left hand open placed on top of the right.
The closed right hand represents the Sun, strength, the martial, that is, it means that you master a technique.
of martial art.
The open left hand represents the Moon, philosophy, technique, knowledge, reason, and art.
The open left palm against the closed right one means that your knowledge controls your strength.
that you are a martial arts fighter, but came in peace, meaning that you have good intentions in your heart.
The martial length symbolizes our qualities and attitudes. It is a demonstration of respect and
they demonstrate the desire to subject our activity to certain rules.
The stretching should always be done before starting the practice, responding 'Chiou' and after that.
term, responding 'Thank You'.
Memorial Tablet – Pai Wei

Figure: Ceremonial altar and tablet in the center.

The Pai Wei represents the history of our style and our ancestors (in style). It always remains in
position of importance, being placed in a higher location than those observing it or on an altar. It has a
significant number of papers and functions. As a rule, it is red, but it can be the natural color of the material
(blue and gold are also frequent), with each color designating a purpose: red is for purposes of
festivals and to remember the ancestors.

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 For our being of ancestors, considered as a family (our Northern Shaolin lineage)
The plate cannot leave the location where it is and cannot be touched or handled.
In our Father Wei is present the history of our style and its basic principles.

Master of Exemplary Virtue.

2– 'To teach Culture, Philosophy, and the Martial Arts, to serve the world.'
3– "For Honesty, Morality, Expertise, and Technique, to be the true transmission of teachings."
4,6,8 - 'Offer to Zhou Tong and Zhang Xiang.'
Zhou Tong–. The first reference found relates Zhou Tong (the 'Little King') to Yue Fei.
Zhang Xian–Gen, Yue Fei's servant, remained loyal to him. He ended up imprisoned, executed, and buried along with his father-in-law.
with the brother-in-law, Yue Yun.
5,7,9– 'There is Respect for Zhu Lai and Yue Yun'
Yue Yun – eldest son of Yue Fei.
The Shaolin began to be taught by the ancestral founder Da Mo and the general Yue Fei who
they are at the level of the immortals.

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Philosophy
Six basic principles of Shaolin Kung Fu:

[Link] skillful; movements must be varied and flexible, never telegraphed.

[Link] discreet; defeat your opponent using their own strength.
3. Be brave; attack without hesitation whenever there is an opportunity.
4. Be quick; the opponent can see your hands, but not your punch.
[Link] impetuous; strike the vital points.
[Link] practical; all movements have a strategic end.

Difficulties to be overcome:

The surprise;
2. The indecision;
3. The doubt;
4. The fear.

Virtues to be acquired:

1. Courtesy: respect inside and outside the academy for the masters, teachers, opponents, and in everything.
everyday relationship.
2. Mastery of oneself: calm in any circumstance and against any adversary.
3. Honesty: respect your principles.
4. Spiritual health: harmony of the body and spirit.
5. Perseverance: being determined in your goals.
6. Humility: simplicity in the way of being and acting.

Student Attitudes

Completing an exercise or taolu/kati together first does not mean that you are better than the others.
Don't worry about finishing first but rather about doing your best.

2. When you are fighting, doing a taolu/kati or exercising, nothing else should distract you. Focus on the
Whatever you are doing, otherwise you will never improve. In other words: Don't laugh, don't talk and don't
have fun. That’s why there are moments of relaxation in the classes.

Before wanting to learn new techniques, see if you are doing well with the ones you have already learned.

4. Pay close attention to your teacher's instructions and follow them.

5. Pay attention when reading each philosophy that is posted in the gym. Think and meditate on each one.

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6. Never say or think: 'I can't do this!' At least try, the teacher won't ask you to.
do something absurd.

[Link]'t procrastinate, or make excuses not to do what you're asked, just do it willingly, with
mood and disposition.

If you feel any kind of discomfort during the class, immediately inform the teacher or instructor.

9. Always respect your training partner, within their size and strength conditions. Each
people have different conditions and reasons to train, we must respect their expectations. Train with
affection and energy, but always respecting the colleague's physical integrity. During classes, there is always
people of different sexes, ages, and physical abilities. While the ideal is always to train as
as vigorously as possible, the physical abilities and training goals of each partner must
to be taken into account;

10. Do not teach others what you do not know well or are not sure about. That is what there are for.
instructors.

11. Learn what each technique is for and how to use it.

12. Learn from the mistakes of others and especially from your own.

13. Don't wait to remember that Kung Fu exists only when you come to training. If you want to progress in this Art, it...
must be part of your life.

14. Keep an open mind to all types of information, don't be 'narrow-minded', that is very bad for you.
development, both within martial arts and outside of it.

It is everyone's responsibility to create a positive atmosphere of harmony and respect.

16. Try to control your ego during training. The workouts are not a ring of vanity competition.

[Link] aware of what is happening around you. Adjust the intensity of your movements to your physical condition.
Take responsibility for yourself;

18. To participate in the academy's events: demonstrations, general cleanings, celebrations, etc.;

19. When training, practice humility. Take the initiative to invite your partners to train, don't wait for
come to call you; Do not refuse to train with any partner;

20. Martial Art is joy: train with dedication and fun. The only one we have to overcome is our own.
discontent. Accept yourself and don't take yourself too seriously. Laughing at yourself and your difficulties relaxes us
improving our result.

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Martial Ethics - Wude

Oh Bei Shaolin Wude, code of the Martial Ethics of Northern Shaolin, although lacking religious character,
promotes common values that transcend cultures and races, for being worthy and desirable. In the practice of Kung
These rules aim to help the practitioner achieve the best results in all aspects.
of your life.
The practitioner's relationship with these rules must be strictly moral in nature. No one will ever be
forced to submit to them. Submission is accepted when one believes that it may be of great help in
personal development.
If the rules are continuously disrespected, after several warnings, the person may be
invited to leave the training, not as a punishment, but because the training is not suitable for her.
In general, the text below is a mere formalization of what has been passed down from generation to
generation, in a verbal manner and, more importantly, through the living example of those who have already traveled this path.
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THE PRACTITIONER:
One must respect and honor life, tradition, and Wude, being loyal to oneself and to others.
One must respect and honor the masters (of the present and the past), the teachers, their parents, and the elders.
elders, protect the younger ones and treat your peers as brothers and sisters.
He must be wise and courageous, defending righteousness and truth while being responsible for his actions.
He will not be unscrupulous, will not harass, will not do evil, will not steal or deceive.
He/She will not associate with people of ill character and wickedness.
He will not abuse power, whether official or physical; he will not oppress the good or mistreat the kind.
One must be humble and train patiently and diligently, while keeping oneself physically and mentally healthy.
persevering and seeking to surpass oneself each day.
It must be human, acting with love and compassion, bringing peace and happiness to everyone through their
acts and example.
One must be polite and generous, nurturing and developing talents and passing the tradition to those who...
they deserve in a way to preserve it for future generations.
One must cultivate gratitude and live according to the laws of heaven and men.

Regulations

1- Greet teachers, instructors, and all students present in the traditional way.

It is forbidden to use profanity, as it reflects your education or lack thereof.

3- Comply with and respect the orders of the instructors and assistants.
Respect the instructions of the one that your teacher appointed to assist you; if he did, it is because he trusts you.
your good judgment and knowledge to do it

4- Cross your legs or kneel when sitting in the training environment.

(No matter how tired you are, remember that the mat is a training place; if you need to rest, maintain.
the posture and make sure you are not disturbing anyone. The spine should remain aligned. Avoid
lean against the wall.

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5- Notify the teacher or instructor upon entering and leaving the training room.

6- Respecting superiors and subordinates within the hierarchies of style.

The hierarchy of graduation is not a tool of power, but a recognition of your effort. Once that is not
If you give respect to your training partners, your belt will not be just a worthless piece of cloth.

It is prohibited to train in incomplete, dirty, smelly, or torn uniforms.

Respect for your training uniform is fundamental; it must always be clean and in good condition.
conditions and appearance.)

8- Do not arrive late to training. Be punctual.

If you arrive with the class already started, stretch and warm up outside and then enter the mat or training.
discreetly, asking permission from the person in charge and starting the training.

9- Smoking is prohibited in the Academy environment.

10 - Do not train with long nails, rings, chains or sharp objects, nor chew gum or
chewing gum during workouts.

11- Do not engage in fights without the presence of the teacher or instructor.
Although one trains a lot, anyone is subject to misfortunes, so seek someone to accompany you.
the activity.)

12- Do not delay the payment of the monthly fee, as it is only a modest contribution to what
is learning.
The monthly contribution rate guarantees the training location and gives you the opportunity to showcase a
a little gratitude for the lessons learned. The student must pay the contribution by the due date. Do not delay.
do not forget to pay the monthly fees, if you need to be absent from training for a while, please inform
professor;)

13- Do not touch the weapons or train with them without permission.
(The handling of these requires a lot of attention, no matter how simple the technique may seem, any carelessness can
cause serious accidents.

14- Do not ask the teacher or instructor for material, as they know the time and amount to teach, whether
patient.

15-Keep the mat and the other facilities of the Academy clean and orderly.

16- Turn off your cell phone or pager during the workout.

17- Use flip-flops to walk around the other areas of the Academy; Do not walk barefoot outside the tatami.
not shod over it.

18- Be true to your style, for now you are part of the Shaolin Kung Fu family.

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Stretching and Flexibility
Regarding the purposes of stretching and flexibility and their effects within the modality
In Kung Fu, we recognize that this practice plays a very important role, especially:

In injury prevention
In muscle gain.
In the monitoring of all muscular development work
No favoring of motor performance
In achieving a certain bodily well-being
Remember to stretch properly. Doing them incorrectly is worse than not doing them at all.
execute them and may cause injuries.

Tips:

Every day we are different. Some days we are more tense, others we are more relaxed.
Drink plenty of water. Muscles stretch more easily when your body is properly hydrated.
You can control what you feel by what you do.
Regularity is one of the most important factors in stretching. Stretch regularly and
Naturally, you will want to become more active and fit.
Do not compare yourself to other people. Even if you are strict and inflexible, do not let that stop you from
to stretch and improve.
Stretching properly means not exceeding one's limits, remaining relaxed and not doing
comparisons with what other people can do.
Stretching keeps the body ready for movement.
Always stretch whenever you feel like it. Stretching will always make you feel good.

Reviewing some of the general concepts of stretching:

Do not stretch excessively, especially at the beginning. Do a light stretch and increase it after you feel comfortable.
relaxed.
Stay in a comfortable position while holding a stretch; the tension of the stretch should decrease as
it is maintained. No drastic and static stretching.
Think about the area that is being stretched. Feel the stretch. If the tension increases while you are stretching,
You are exaggerating. Yield a little until you find a comfortable position.
Do not focus on flexibility. Just learn to stretch properly and flexibility will come with it.
flexibility is just one of the many consequences of stretching.

STRETCH!!!

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Graduation
The student's Kung Fu graduation occurs during the evolutionary transition from one phase to another.
During their training, after a few months and meeting the proposed objectives for their phase, the teacher
will assess whether the student achieved good performance in their learning and will guide them to take the exam of
graduation.
The exam is characterized as the moment when the student is evaluated and considered fit, or not, to pass.
from one phase to another and continue your learning.
During the exam, the following aspects will be evaluated:

Physical conditioning (flexibility, endurance, strength);

Technique (Tao Lu's, self-defense, kicks and punches);
Emotional balance;
Posture and conduct of the student.

Seeking certainty that the student is fit to participate in the exam, a pre-exam is conducted for a
pre-assessment of your techniques. This procedure aims to reassure the student for the execution of
a good exam.
With the evolution from one phase to another, and meeting all the evaluation requirements of the techniques and
Kung Fu teachings, the student will receive a new belt that will symbolize their graduation in the course, a
Graduation certificate and medals in recognition of your excellent performance in the exam.
So that the exam encompasses everyone equally and can be conducted responsibly and
Integrity, it is the student's responsibility to commit to the payment of a fee in the week preceding their evaluation.
(in case of failing, it will be charged again).

Technical Division

Subject for Qualification of the First Phase

WHITE STRIPE

Standard Warm-ups:
Basic Postures
Crucifix
Arm Rotation (Heron)
Sitting Archer
Alternating Leg and Arm
Push the Sky
Breathing
4 Phase Breathing

Basic socos:
Soco 1–Standing
Soco 2–no Cavalo
Soc 3 - no Archer
Soccer 4–no Archer with Defense

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 Basic of Punch (Sequence)

Basic Falls 1–5: (Standing and in motion)

Fall 1–Frontal
Drop 2–Circular Inward
Drop 3–Circular Outward
Chute 4–Semicircular
Fall 5–Lateral

Techniques:
Leg 1
Arm Beat 1
Qin na (1-3)
1st Shaolin–Lian Bu Quan (training steps/steps of training)
Basic Staff–Gun Fa (skills with staff)

Physical:
Arm Flexion 3x10
Resistance; Horse with Stick - 1'
Leg Opening: Front and Lateral
Leg Control 10"

Theoretical

Subject for Qualification of the Second Phase

YELLOW STRIPE

Basic Falls 6–10: (Standing and in motion)

Drop 6–Double Foot Chest
Kick 7–Rolling with Side Kick
Drop 8–Dragon's Tail
Drop 9–Dragon Tail Roll
Drop 10–Lateral Drop Front Leg

Techniques:
Leg 2
Arm Stroke 2
Qin na (4-6)
2nd Shaolin–Duan Da Quan–Short Attack/Short Fight
Stick–Qi Mei Gun- Stick Eyebrow Height

Physicist:
Arm Flexion 4x10
Resistance; Horse with Stick - 2'
Leg Opening: Frontal and Lateral
Leg Control: Kicks 4 and 5–20"

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Theoretical

Subject for Qualification of the Third Phase

BLUE STRIP

Advanced Falls:
Jumping 1 Fall
Jumping 2
Jumping 3
Pawn Inside
Knight Out

Techniques:
Arm Stroke 3
Qin na (7-10)
3rd Shaolin–Mei Hua Quan–Plum Blossom
Broad Sword - Liu He Dao - Six Harmonies Broad Sword
Dui Lian–Gun Dui Gun–Combined Staff vs Staff

Physicist
Bicep Curl 4x15
Resistance; Horse with Stick–2''
Leg Opening: Front and Side
Leg Control: Kicks 4 and 5–30”

Theoretical

Matéria para Qualificação da Quarta Fase

GREEN STRIP

Techniques:
Qin na (11-15)
4th Shaolin–Chuan Xin Quan–Varar Heart
2nd Tang Lang–Beng Bu–Crushing Step (mantis)
Sword–Long Xing Jian–Dragon Sword
Dui Lian–Beng Bu–Combined Praying Mantis

Physicist:
Arm Flexion 4x20
Resistance Horse w/o stick–15'
Leg Control in Motion – Kicks 4 and 5
Opening Sitting and Standing

Theoretical

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 Subject for Qualification of the Fifth Phase
RED STRIP

Techniques:
Qin na (16-20)
5th Shaolin–Wu Yi Quan–Martial Skill
Launch-Ti Lan Qiang-Launch Raise Block
1st Luo Han–Yi Lu Luo Han Fist–1st Fist of Luo Han

Physicist:
Arm Flexion 4x20
Resistance; Horse without a stick 30’
Control of the leg when stationary and in motion
Opening: seated and standing

Theoretical

Subject for Qualification of the Sixth Phase

BLACK BELT

All subjects of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th phases

Techniques:
Qin na (21-25)
6th Shaolin–Eight Steps Fist–Pull Steps
Twelve Basic Skills of Tan Tui – The 12 Forms of Tan Tui

Dagger–Ci Hu Bi Shou–Tearing Tiger Dagger

Dui Lian–Dan Dao Dui Qiang–Combined Saber x Spear

Physical:
Arm Flexion 5x20
Resistance; Horse without pole 45'
Control of a stationary and moving leg
Opening: seated and standing

Theoretical

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Questionnaire
1) Name of your teacher?
Robson Carlos Tonello.

2) Name of your teacher's teacher?

Valdir Cremasco.

3) What is the name of the style you practice?

Northern Shaolin.

What is the meaning of the word Kung Fu?

The term Kung Fu means 'Time of Skill' - 'Hard Work'.

What is the meaning of the word Wu Shu?

Wu = Guerra Shu = Arte The Art of War

6) Names of the three main masters of the Northern Shaolin style?

Gu Ru Zhang, Yan Shang Wu, Chan Kowk Wai.

What is the difference between the style of the North and that of the South?
The North, being mountainous and when riding a horse, exercises the legs more. In the South, due to the
I work in the rice fields, the arms get a lot of exercise.

What is the difference between Tai Chi Chuan and Kung Fu?
Tai Chi Chuan is an internal style of gentle movements. Kung Fu is an external style of movements.
fast and strong.

9) When did the practice of Kung Fu begin in Brazil?

In the year 1960.

10) Como se chama o mestre que trouxe a arte para o Brasil? Qual o estilo?
Master Chan Kowk Wai. Northern Shaolin style.

11) The Northern Shaolin style consists of how many Katis?

TenTao Officials.

12) Name of the first basic Kati of the Shaolin style and its meaning?
Lian Bu Quan.–Training Routine Steps.

13) Name the first three foundations of Kung Fu?

Horse–Archer–Cat.

14) What is the meaning of the word Shaolin?

Young Forest–Small Woods.

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