Kung Fu
Kung fu is an exciting and popular form of martial arts. Like all martial arts, kung fu not only teaches self-defense, it also teaches confidence, concentration, and physical fitness. People have practiced kung fu for thousands of years, during which numerous styles and techniques have developed. This volume looks at the history of kung fu, from ancient China to the modern dojo. Fact boxes highlight key exercises, equipment, and important figures associated with kung fu. Full-color photographs accompany informative and accessible text that will appeal to developing and independent readers.
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Kung Fu
Kung fu is an exciting and popular form of martial arts. Like all martial arts, kung fu not only teaches self-defense, it also teaches confidence, concentration, and physical fitness. People have practiced kung fu for thousands of years, during which numerous styles and techniques have developed. This volume looks at the history of kung fu, from ancient China to the modern dojo. Fact boxes highlight key exercises, equipment, and important figures associated with kung fu. Full-color photographs accompany informative and accessible text that will appeal to developing and independent readers.
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Kung Fu

Kung Fu

by Daniel R. Faust
Kung Fu

Kung Fu

by Daniel R. Faust

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Kung fu is an exciting and popular form of martial arts. Like all martial arts, kung fu not only teaches self-defense, it also teaches confidence, concentration, and physical fitness. People have practiced kung fu for thousands of years, during which numerous styles and techniques have developed. This volume looks at the history of kung fu, from ancient China to the modern dojo. Fact boxes highlight key exercises, equipment, and important figures associated with kung fu. Full-color photographs accompany informative and accessible text that will appeal to developing and independent readers.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781725310209
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Publication date: 12/30/2019
Series: Enter the Dojo! Martial Arts for Kids
Pages: 24
Product dimensions: 8.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range: 8 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

What Is Kung Fu? 4

Legendary Beginnings 6

Welcome To The Dojo 8

Striking Style 10

Punches And Kicks 12

Northern Styles 14

Southern Styles 16

Forms 18

The Benefits Of Kung Fu 20

White Belt To Black Belt 22

Glossary 23

Index 24

Websites 24

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