Tuesday, April 25, 2006

The Kung Fu King and the Father of American Kenpo


Here is a picture of Grandmaster Zac Walters and the Father of American Kenpo, Ed Parker.
A quick search reveals that Ed was an innovator, interested in tailoring a martial art for individuals.
He taught, most famously, Elvis Presley and helped Bruce Lee, by introducing him at the International Karate Championships,
which he initiated. Over time, the International Karate Championships have evolved into the U.S Open, however, it was through Ed Parker's iniative the martial arts world could come together in competition and friendship.
American Kenpo Dedication

Sunday, April 02, 2006

What is Wushu?

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Eagle Claw

Vajra, Shaolin Form


Drawing the Bow, from Vajra, a Shaolin Form.
This form Vajra, is derived from the Indian martial artVajra Mushti, taught by Indian monks at the Shaolin Temple.
According to the Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhism, Vajra is also the "the hard or mighty one".
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Sword Form

Fong Lee & Jet Li

Martial Arts Friends



Heres a couple of pictures: Grandmaster Zac's teacher, Grandmaster Fong Lee.
(Yes, Grandmasters have teachers too)
Also, a picture of Grandmaster Fong Lee with his friend Jet Li and another gentleman.
Fong Lee is widely respected for his coaching expertise in Wushu as well as a kind human being.
He was the first person to teach Wushu in Australia.
Fong has a great shop in Gladesville, Sydney too.
Last year I picked up an awsome Nan Dao ( Southern Sword ).
Check out the link, Martial Arts World

Grandmaster Zac's previous Awards

I forgot to mention that Grandmaster Zac was previously inducted into the International Sparts Karate Association Hall of Fame in the year 2000 for Kung fu instructor of the year.