KUNG FU TAI CHI SPRING 2020
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
The Show Must Go On
By Gene Ching
Features
Yum Cha
Where the Real Kung Fu Lessons Take Place
By Williy Pang
The Boundless Butterfly Palms of Five Family Fist
By Peter Pena
Fist Like an Arrow
By Brian Kuttel
Developing Pinpoint Accurate Strikes
The Copper Man Acupressure Dummy of Choy Lee Fut
By Emilio Alpanseque
The Mountain Trident of Five Ancestors
By Daniel Kun
Vintage Drunken Style Boxing and Modern Wushu
By Lucas Christopoulos
Immersing in Tai Chi Push Hands
By Jeff Lin with Zhao Xiaohu
From Bruce to the Beast and Beyond
The Copper Man Acupressure Dummy of Choy Lee Fut
By Gene Ching
Featured Weapon
Sword of Law
Tournaments - Events - News
The 2nd Zhang San Feng Cultural Festival
By Gene Ching
11th ITKFA Chinese Martial Arts Championship
By Gene Ching
The 2019 Northern California Chinese Culture-Athletic Federation Martial Arts Championship
By Gene Ching with Gigi Oh
1st International Lou Reed Tai Chi Day
Submitted by Stephan Berwick with contributions by Haobo Zhao (New York) and Maciej Magura Góralski (Poland)
Grandmaster Zeng Nailiang 1941–2019
By Sue Woo
Brian L. Kennedy 1958–2019
By Gene Ching
Fast Forward to the Fight Scenes:
Holiday Rush and the Year of the Rat
Kung Fu Horoscope