The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu: The Secrets of Kung Fu for Self-Defense, Health, and Enlightenment (Tuttle Martial Arts) Paperback – Illustrated, November 15, 2002

I began practicing Eagle Claw Kung Fu only a couple of months ago. I bought this book during my first month. I found it very useful as a means to introduce myself into the art, and to learn about related practices such as Chi Kung and Tai Chi. Tne book also talks about Zen and the Spiritual aspects of Kung Fu.If you are interested in learning how to practice Kung Fu, definitely this is not your book. (Perhaps it is impossible to learn a martial art from a book.) This book, however, provides you with good tips to focus your training,and introduces you to the art, its philosophy, and other related and also very important practices.I strogly reccomend this book, as well as Kiew Kit's other books on Chi Kung. The author writes very clearly and his books are entertaining. He appears to master Kung Fu holistically and to be well developed in the external and internal aspects of it.

The book guides you through the theory and some initial practices of Kung Fu.At the beginning is the overview of historical development of kung fu and different kung-fu styles, then some suggestions and tips for getting more out of your practice in the shorter time.Then begins the practical part of the book with the foundation of Shaolin Kung Fu. Here you learn about different hand forms, stances and basic patterns.The sequence of different practice sets is accompanied by appropriate illustrations (hand-drawn, not pictures).There is a small section dealing with internal martial arts as well as suggested practices for qin-na and Tiger Claw.One section deals with classical kung fu weapons, and then you're guided through some additional chi-kung exercises and meditation practices.All in all, a wonderful introductory book on Shaolin Kung Fu.

This book is an excellent introduction to the whole kung fu world.The main focus is, as the title states, on the "Shaolin kung fu" style but also people interested in all the other styles will find this book a goldmine of valuable information.The material presented in the book spans the history of martial arts in china, the differences and similarities among the various styles, carefully describes the basic stances and patterns of Shaolin Kung Fu (enough to get started on your own, althogh having an instructor is always a wise choice!) and also simple yet very effective chi kung exercises for developing and "feeling" internal energy.In summary, if you are curious about the exciting world of kung fu and are looking for an excellent introduction, you can't go wrong with this book!Highly recommended.

"The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu: The Secrets of Kung Fu for Self-Defence, Health and Enlightenment" by Wong Kiew Kit is a comprehensive guide to the ancient martial art of Shaolin Kung Fu. The book is a valuable resource for beginners and advanced practitioners alike, offering a detailed exploration of the art's history, philosophy, and techniques.One of the book's strengths is its focus on the holistic benefits of Shaolin Kung Fu. Wong emphasizes the practice's potential to improve physical health, mental clarity, and spiritual well-being. He discusses the importance of proper breathing, meditation, and posture, as well as the health benefits of regular practice. This approach makes the book accessible to readers who may be interested in the practice of martial arts for its health benefits, as well as those interested in self-defense or spiritual enlightenment.The book also offers a comprehensive exploration of the techniques and principles of Shaolin Kung Fu. Wong covers a wide range of topics, including stance training, hand techniques, kicking techniques, grappling, and throwing. He provides detailed explanations and illustrations of each technique, as well as practical advice on how to apply them in real-world situations.One of the book's unique features is its emphasis on the spiritual and philosophical aspects of Shaolin Kung Fu. Wong explores the principles of Taoism, Zen Buddhism, and Confucianism, and how they relate to the practice of martial arts. He also discusses the importance of developing a positive mindset and cultivating virtues such as humility, compassion, and perseverance.

This book is one of my favorites! My copy is old now and the pages are underlined and bent from reading and re reading this book. The book gives one more than enough reading materiel to practice and think about! If you don't have a school near by or good teachers, Mr. Kit gives you more than enough information to begin practice. To this day, I'm fortysix years old, I practice the Shaolin eight exercises Mr. Kit explains in his book for exercise! I have also emailed him to ask him questions and he actually took time to write back and comment on what I should focus on in my practice. I enjoyed this book so much I bought all his other books!

Im still reading through it, its a great manual for beginners in kung fu so far. The drawings are pretty accurate and easy to analyze.I'd suggest to anybody that wants to learn the history and mindset of Kung Fu as well as the basics of the many styles, and practicable acts of the art.

This book is very good. It completely explains the history and philosophy of Shaolin Kung Fu. It hits the five main aspects of why a person would practice Kung Fu and follows those five main points through out the book. After reading the book, you can understand that martial arts is not just self defence, it's also a good practice to bring the mind, body, and spirit together.

Good book.