{"product_id":"the-major-methods-of-wudang-sword-isbn-9781583942390","title":"The Major Methods of Wudang Sword","description":"Originally published in Chinese in 1930, \u003ci\u003eThe Major Methods of Wudang Sword \u003c\/i\u003ehas become a contemporary classic in\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003ethe field of traditional Chinese martial arts. Written by Huang\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eYuan Xiou, the disciple of Li Jing-Lin—China’s most celebrated\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003esword practitioner—this edition now introduces English readers\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eto the fascinating world of traditional Chinese swordplay.\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImmensely popular in China, Wudang sword contains within\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eits techniques the essence of the internal martial arts of Taiji\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eQuan, Xingyi Quan, and Bagua Zhang. Unlike other books of its\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003etime, \u003ci\u003eThe Major Methods of Wudang Sword \u003c\/i\u003eexplores the practical\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eapplication of its techniques rather than simply introducing\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003ea solo form. This helps readers and students of any style and\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003ebackground discover new insights and gain new approaches to\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003epersonal practice. The book also emphasizes the internal aspects\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eof swordfighting, including mental and meditative techniques.\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eTranslated by Dr. Lu Mei-hui and with expert commentary by Master\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eChang Wu Na—two contemporary disciples of Wudang sword—\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eand featuring dozens of black and white photos from the original\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eChinese edition, \u003ci\u003eThe Major Methods of Wudang Sword \u003c\/i\u003eunlocks\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003ethe secrets of Wudang swordplay for both novice and advanced\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003epractitioners.“In this book, two modern masters of Wudang Sword provide a deep understanding and historical review of this ancient art through the eyes of Master Huang Yuan Xiou. I have been fortunate to have known Dr. Lu Mei-hui and Master Chang Wu Na for two decades and still stand in awe of their unbridled commitment and loyalty to one of the highest-regarded skills in all of martial arts. Wudang Sword practice teaches how to develop one’s inner strength or \u003ci\u003eJing\u003c\/i\u003e, transform it into \u003ci\u003eQi\u003c\/i\u003e, convert it into \u003ci\u003eShen\u003c\/i\u003e, and finally achieve \u003ci\u003eXu\u003c\/i\u003e—abilities that are not only essential for this art but also for many other internal and external martial arts. It is evident that Wudang practitioners, other martial artists, and those exploring their own personal cultivation will benefit greatly from this written achievement.”\u003cbr\u003e—Sifu Julio R. Ferrer (Wu Liu), director, Integrative Wing Chun, Pacific Northwest regionHuang Yuan Xiou was a prominent swordsman and author. Master Chang Wu Na and Dr. Lu Mei-hui are, respectively, president and vice president of the International Wudang Internal Martial Arts Association. Both live and teach in Seattle.","brand":"Blue Snake Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46304833405157,"sku":"NP9781583942390","price":20.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781583942390.jpg?v=1767740378","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/the-major-methods-of-wudang-sword-isbn-9781583942390","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}