Overview of Southern Shaolin Wushu: Southern Family Arhat 18 Fist / 南少林武术大观: 南派罗汉十八拳

Format: VCD
Speaker: Yan Xinghui
Demonstrator: Li Xuezheng
UPC: 9787885097448
Language: Bilingual Chinese-English

Product Description | 产品描述

The "Southern Family Arhat 18 Fist" is a traditional martial arts style derived from the Southern Shaolin Temple and later passed down to the people. This practice is named after the Eighteen Arhats of Shaolin, owing to its connection with Shaolin traditions and its inclusion of 18 distinct techniques. The style is characterized by its simplicity, power, and adaptability, combining long and short-range techniques while maintaining balance between upper and lower body movements.

This VCD is divided into three main sections:

1. Training Methods: Includes exercises such as punching sandbags, inserting hands into river sand, and gripping jars to develop strength and explosive power. Breathing techniques emphasize generating internal force, with a focus on "swallowing mountains and rivers."
2. Routine Practice: Composed of a routine with 18 movements, the form is straightforward yet powerful, showcasing seamless transitions and balanced techniques.
3. Combat Applications: Integrates versatile techniques for offense and defense, emphasizing a continuous flow of movements and strategic execution.

The martial arts manual poetically describes its essence:
“The Arhat’s 18 Hands originated in the temple; training begins at midnight under the stars; breathing shakes the ground, stamping leaves marks; Arhats form formations, crossing obstacles and defeating bronze men; fists strike in straight lines, feet kick to both sides.”
“罗汉十八手，源于寺院中；子时披星练，吐气脚跺坑；罗汉排布阵，过关打铜人；拳打一条线，脚踢在两边.”

Key Features | 主要特点

• Authentic Shaolin Techniques: Learn the original 18 techniques of the Southern Shaolin Arhat Fist, rooted in centuries of tradition.

• 正宗少林技法： 学习源自南少林的罗汉十八拳技法，传承数百年的传统技艺。

• Comprehensive Training Program: Includes strength-building exercises, detailed routines, and practical combat applications.

• 全面的训练计划： 包括力量训练、详细动作套路和实战技法应用。

• Bilingual Instruction: Delivered in both Chinese and English, making it accessible to martial arts enthusiasts worldwide.

• 双语教学： 提供中文和英文的讲解，方便国际武术爱好者学习。

Who is it for? | 适合人群

• Martial Arts Practitioners: Ideal for those interested in traditional Southern Shaolin techniques and mastering the 18 Arhat Fist.

• 武术爱好者： 非常适合想要学习传统南少林技法并掌握罗汉十八拳的人。

• Chinese Culture Enthusiasts: Perfect for individuals exploring the rich heritage of Chinese martial arts.

• 中国文化爱好者： 非常适合对中国武术的丰富文化遗产感兴趣的人。

• Martial Arts Instructors: A valuable resource for teachers seeking to enrich their curriculum with authentic Shaolin techniques.

• 武术教练： 为希望通过正宗少林技法丰富课程的教练提供宝贵的资源。