About this bookOne of the few modern Chinese martial arts derived from actual military combat experience, Eagle Claw kung fu is a powerful system featuring advanced locking-hand moves perfected over centuries of civil conflict in China. Kung fu and tai chi master Leung Shum brings this timeless art to today's practitioners, going beneath the veneer of gymnastic athleticism for which the style is known, and revealing many of its essential secrets and insider tips. Shum explains the fundamentals of Eagle Claw kung fu, including the crucial first thirty locking-hand techniques, the punches, kicks, and the all-important signature claws of Ying Jow Pai. Hundreds of photographs augment Shum's text, creating the ultimate guide to Eagle Claw kung fu.About the AuthorSifu Leung Shum began the study of kung fu and t'ai chi ch'uan at the age of eight. Raised in Hong Kong, he moved to New York City in 1971, where he opened the first Eagle Claw school for the general public in the United States.

The Secrets of Eagle Claw Kung-fu: Ying Jow Pai (Secrets of Series)

Sports & Outdoors

Leung Shum

Individual Sports

Tuttle+publishing

ABOUT THE BOOK: HUNG KUEN 行拳 The Father Form of the Eagle Claw System Information and instructions for the Eagle Claw form, Hung Kuen! This high quality, wire bound, 56 page limited edition includes step by step instructions and photos of each move of the form. The form Hung Kuen traces its roots back to the famous general, Ngok Fei, who created a series of 108 locking hand techniques based on the original foundation of Shaolin Kung Fu. These 108 techniques form the basis of the Eagle Claw System. Over the generations Eagle Claw developed into one of the most effective and complex kung fu systems. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Grandmaster Shum Leung has authored several books and produced numerous instructional videos. He began studying martial arts at the age of eight with his godfather, Ng Wai Nung, who had a school in their hometown, Kowloon. Shum learned, practiced and taught both Eagle Claw Kung Fu and Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan in Hong Kong until leaving for the United States in 1971. Shum opened the first Eagle Claw school in the US in New York City in 1974. Since then, thousands of students have learned the Eagle Claw System. Today, Shum's Eagle Claw Kung Fu has spread all over the world, as Grandmaster Shum's students carry on the Eagle Claw legacy.

HUNG KUEN: The Father Form of the Eagle Claw System

William Hohauser Productions

Grandmaster Shum published the original version of EAGLE CLAW KUNG FU Classical Northern Chinese Fist 40 years ago. It was the first book written in English about this ancient art, introducing tens of thousands of people to Ying Jow Pai and the art of kung fu. Long out of print, this important manual has become a highly sought-after collector’s item in the world of martial arts. The original manuscript and photos were lost for many years, but were recently found in Hong Kong by Ng Kwan Pok, son of Ying Jow Pai Great Grandmaster Ng Wai Nung. The 2020 edition contains the history of Ying Jow Pai, details of the complete basic training program, eagle claw fighting techniques, step-by-step photo instruction of the form Law Hon Kuen (Buddha Fist), plus Grandmaster Shum's thoughts and observations about both eagle claw kung fu and martial arts in general. Some parts have been reformatted and include new material to expand and supplement the teaching. The book is spiral bound, allowing it to be actively used for training without harming the binding.

Eagle Claw Kung Fu - Classical Northern Chinese Fist

Don Larkin

Jeanne Moss-Chin

WH Productions

Eagle Claw Kung Fu - Classical Chinese Fist - Special DVD edition

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