KUNG FU TAI CHI JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2018
Kung Fu is far more than just a fighting technique—it is a lifelong discipline that nurtures both the body and the mind. Rooted in centuries of wisdom, traditional Kung Fu emphasizes balance, breathing, strength, and flow. Each movement is designed not only for defense or performance, but also for developing core strength, joint mobility, and overall physical health. Practicing Kung Fu regularly helps improve posture, flexibility, and coordination. It strengthens the cardiovascular system and enhances muscle tone, while the controlled breathing techniques can lower stress levels and promote better mental focus. For older adults, Kung Fu provides a low-impact yet highly effective way to stay active, improve balance, and reduce the risk of injury. Beyond the physical benefits, Kung Fu teaches discipline, patience, and inner calm. Whether you're young or old, a beginner or an experienced martial artist, Kung Fu can be a powerful tool to improve your quality of life—one mindful movement at a time.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cover Story
Shaolin Temple Then and Now
By Gene Ching with Gigi Oh
Features
Interview with the Abbot of Shaolin Temple, Venerable Shi Yongxin
By Gene Ching (translated by Wang Yu Min and Gigi Oh)
Traveling to Shaolin? Here Are Some
Things You May Want to Know!
By Chris Friedman
Shaolin by the Numbers
By Gene Ching
Dengfeng’s Hidden Secrets
By Chris Friedman
Strike the Mountain Gate: Dashanmen
By Gene Ching with Jason Chang
Shaolin Five Animals Eight
Methods Boxing - Songshan Shaolin’s Big Five!
By Emilio Alpanseque
Twisting Roots
The Unique Shaolin Qigong Form Pangenshu
By Shi Yantuo with Gene Ching and Gigi Oh
Buddhist Nuns Fight New Battles
with Kung Fu
By Lori Ann White
Shaolin Roots
The Fut of Choy Li Fut
By Brian Kuttel
The Bench
Traditional Furniture and a Shaolin Weapon
By Rick L. Wing
Featured Weapon
Twin Fist Head Hammers
Tournaments - Events - News
Ann Woo 1942–2017
By Gene Ching
Sifu Tony Timmer 1956–2017
By Christophe Clarke
Sifu Paul Fraga 1956–2017
By Joe Keit
The 50th Anniversary Celebration of the Y. C. Wong Kung Fu Studio
By Gene Ching
Jet Li Joins China’s National Wushu Delegation Once Again
By Emilio Alpanseque
14th World Wushu Championships Live Up to All Expectations
By Emilio Alpanseque
Wai Hong Celebrates Fu-Jow Pai’s 60th Anniversary
By Julian K. Duran and Giuseppe Aliotta
Prime Minister Receives Tribute
By Sophie-Marie Glover and Julian Dale
The U.S. Challenge IX
By Gigi Oh
2nd Annual Ohio Kung Fu Tai Chi Day
By Chris Shepherd
Chollywood Rising :
GOLDEN WEEK Three-way and More Remakes
By Gene Ching
Chollywood Rising: Emmy Award for Martial Arts Legend
by Corey Danna
Kung Fu Horoscope