Phoenix eye fist wing chuns dirty little secret may 25, 2016 in techniques and styles by tim kittelstad. Phoenixeye fist a shaolin fighting art of south china. Phoenixeye fist was published in 1997, a collaboration between master cheong cheng leong and the late hoplologist donn f. Phoenix eye fist, with well over 600 photographs, presents in clear, stepbystep detail the history of chuka shaolin, fundamental techniques, training methods, the complete basic pattern for solo practice, and finally examples of the art as actually used in selfdefense. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our favorite reads in more than a dozen categories.
The art of chuka shaolin ebook written by cheong cheng leong, mark wiley. We are always interested in recommendations and you. The hakka fighting arts of chu ka phoenix eye fist kung fu. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read five ancestor fist kung fu. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read secrets of phoenix eye fist kung fu. The secrets of phoenixeye fist kungfu by cheong cheng.
Its definitely southern and looks very damned similar to my clf, with the obvious exception of the pheonix fist and other applications, but my question is, why isnt there more practitioners of this style. Wiley the books make a nice compliment to each other. Sounding like something from an 80s kung fu movie, wing chun s phoenix eye fist does quite a bit. Books films art fiction and nonfiction media inspired by the traditional culture of asia. The secrets of phoenix eye fist kungfu depicts an enormously potent art, also known as chuka shaolin, that does not depend on strength or size. This work provides an introduction to the chuka shaolin fighting art of s. Now, cheong leong, the phoenix eye fist kungfu headmaster and one of the greatest martial artists of asia, comes the most comprehensive book ever to cover this awesome art. He held a middle management position under the association, outranked only by the executives. Chuka shaolin phoenix eye fist originated in the southern shaolin temple, it is a complete system which takes its name from the fist styles they use, ie the leopard fist, dragon fist and the phoenix eye fist, the phoenix eye fist is mainly used for striking soft targets or pressure points, the style is similar to plumb blossom fist and wing.
The hakka fighting art of chu ka phoenix eye fist kung fu choe wei siong. Online course taken directly from the fundamental dvd volume two. Cheong cheng leong, pictured on the cover and throughout the book, represents the fifth generation of this lineage. The secrets of phoenixeye fist kungfu half price books.
Now, cheong leong, the phoenixeye fist kungfu headmaster and one of the greatest martial artists of asia, comes the most comprehensive book ever to cover this awesome art. Not everyone is responds to point paralyzing right away, we call them nonresponders, but they are not immune to the effects, it works sometimes. A shaolin fighting art of south china leong, cheong cheng, cheong, cheng leong, draeger, donn f. The secrets of phoenixeye fist kungfu has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace.
For the first time anywhere phoenixeye provides a complete introduction to the chuka shaolin fighting art of south china. The secrets of phoenixeye fist kungfu by mark wiley. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Draeger, october 1997, weatherhill edition, paperback in english 1st ed edition. It is also a catalogue of a special exhibition on 300 years of hakka kung fu, held in hong kong. In the tekken series, wang jinrei uses xing yi quan, while michelle chang and her daughter, julia chang, use xing yi mixed with professional wrestling and bajiquan. There is now a second phoenix eye fist chuka shaolin book out by authors cheong cheng leong and mark v wiley the 2 book list all the forms and talks about the history of this art they mention chu gar southern mantis and fukien white crane as the 2 arts that chuka shaolin phoenix eye fist might come from. The secrets of phoenixeye fist kungfu by cheong cheng leong. This is an independent system within the general shaolin style of handtohand combat, often called chinese temple boxing or chinese karate in the west.
The hakka fighting arts of chu ka phoenix eye fist. Cheong cheng leong is the grandmaster of phoenix eye fist kungfu and is coauthor of phoenix eye fist. The phoenix eye fist affords the user several unique options in the choice of striking surfaces. Art of chu ka phoenix eye fist kung fu published by line of intent books. What would you do if you knew of a technique that could concentrate all of the power your body could generate behind a strike into a singular focused point to break your assailant. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting, but may contain a neat previous owner name. Does anybody know anthing about these forms the people in the 2 phoenix eye fist books are hakka. Eye of the phoenix explores enigmas and anomalies in the vast american southwest. Arts chu ka phoenixeye fist martial arts gathering 2007. The ever hidden striking techniques of the elusive phoenix eye are now available in.
The hakka fighting arts of chu ka phoenix eye fist kung fu history, training. Pdf the phoenix eye punch the devils details 2 tyler. Phoenixeye fist is a good book showing the basic strikes and stances of that system. I know most people think its only for soft spots, but after conditioning you can use it on skulls. Chuka shaolin phoenix eye fist hand forms archive kung fu.
He was the author of several important books on asian martial arts, and was a pioneer of international judo in the united states and japan. Line of intent paperback edition, 2015, 180 pages illustrated. The art of chuka shaolin tuttle martial arts by cheong cheng leong and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Best fiction books are always available here the largest online library. Phoenixeye fist a shaolin fighting art of south china cheong cheng leong, donn f. He also helped make the study of martial arts an acceptable topic of academic research. Dec 28, 2007 chuka shaolin phoenix eye fist originated in the southern shaolin temple, it is a complete system which takes its name from the fist styles they use, ie the leopard fist, dragon fist and the phoenix eye fist, the phoenix eye fist is mainly used for striking soft targets or pressure points, the style is similar to plumb blossom fist and wing chun, and it shares the butterfly knife form and. Instead, it utilizes a special striking technique, the phoenixeye fist, aimed at vital points on the opponents body. Its a succinct overview of the styles unarmed fundamentals. Phoenixeye fist kungfu is one of the most powerful and complicated martial arts in the world. Kung fu phoenix eye knuckle punch fist mantis training. Instead, it utilizes a special striking techniqe, the phoenixeye fist, aimed at vital ponts on the ooppnents body. He believes that a global culture existing in precolumbian times profoundly influenced the dynamics of daily life there.
This illustrated guide to a powerful and complicat. The book does what it sets out to do, teach the basics of chuka shaolin and the phoenixeye fist. Chuka shaolin phoenix eye fist hand forms archive kung. The name of the art translates approximately to formintention fist, or shapewill fist. Palms would generally be used on hard targets, and the pef usually on the soft areas.
Now, cheong leong, the phoenixeye fist kungfu headmaster and one of the greatest martial artists of. Secrets of phoenix eye fist kung fu by cheong cheng leong. Cookies on oxfam we use cookies to ensure that you have the best experience on our website. In my 50 years of martial arts practice, there are very few people that i consider a living treasure of martial arts. At first it was really sketchy and difficult for me, now i can hit wood extremely hard with. A shaolin fighting art of south china by cheong cheng leong, donn f. Master the terrifyingly effective phoenix eye fist style of chinese kung fu with this illustrated martial arts guide. The first book in english on the centuriesold phoenixeye fist style of kung fu. How many of you have heard of or trained the phoenix eye. How many of you have heard of or trained the phoenix eye fist one knuckle fist. Xing yi is characterized by aggressive, seemingly linear movements and explosive power. The ever hidden striking techniques of the elusive phoenix eye are now available in this instruction dvd. This book provides the nutsandbolts of the phoenixeye fist and how to use it, from fist formation to the cranes neck positioning of the rotated arm, to feints and. This latest book is the fourth in the ongoing series, the written transmissions of da xuan daoism.
The hakka fighting arts of chu ka phoenix eye fist kung fu history, training skills, forms and applications. Draeger, 9780834801271, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Phoenix eye fist kungfu is one of the most powerful and complicated martial arts in the world. In the dead or alive series of video games, gen fu and eliot employ the style. May 25, 2016 phoenix eye fist wing chuns dirty little secret may 25, 2016 in techniques and styles by tim kittelstad.
The art of chuka shaolin tuttle martial arts by cheong cheng leong, mark v. The secrets of phoenix eye fist kungfu by mark wiley. Shaolin fighting art of south china by draeger, donn f. Five ancestor fist kung fu ebook written by alexander l. May 21, 2008 2 books available on chuka shaolin that im aware of. I use the phoenix eye for almost every single fist strike in bak mei. Having witnessed sacred hopi ceremonies and rock art, the author discusses little known aspects of the indigenous people. Browse your favourite books and read them free in our ereader. Xing yi quan is classified as one of the internal styles of chinese martial arts. Take advantage of our new year sale while it lasts view big discounts on our books and films. Xing yi quan has been featured in various media through the years. If you continue browsing, well assume that you are happy to receive all our cookies. You will learn basic arm and hand tecniques as well as basic stances.
Draeger, 0834801272, 9780834801271, books, sports hobbies games. Dec 31, 2000 now cheong leong, the pheonix eye fist kungfu master, offers the most comprehensive book ever to cover this awesome art. Online fundamentals courses volume two phoenix eye fist. Chow gar for phoenix eye, mei hua style under long fist, for example. The secrets of phoenixeye fist kungfu depicts an enormously potent art, also known as chuka shaolin, that does not depend on strength or size. Donald frederick donn draeger april 15, 1922 october 20, 1982 was an internationally known teacher and practitioner of japanese martial arts. The secrets of phoenixeye fist kungfu book by cheong. A copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. Stephen choe choe wei siong is the lineage holder of the chu ka traditional kung fu system, based in penang, malaysia.
Phoenix eye fist is the only martial art that exclusively uses the knuckle of the index finger to strike the. Cheong cheng leong and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles. In south mantis the phoenix eye fist or the fong ngai kuen is used in a manner like a very sharp weapon to strike into softer areas of the body. This beautifully bound hardback edition acquaints us with. This is a book detailing tiger claw fu jow pai kung fu. Instead of spreading out the energy and losing its combined force to multiple points of contact, the phoenix eye fist focuses the energy of a punch into one point to exponentially increase the damage done to that specific area. Phoenixeye fist has 1 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Instead, it utilizes a special striking techniqe, the phoenix eye fist, aimed at vital ponts on the ooppnents body.
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