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Expert: Sifu Richard Mieir-King - 6/4/2003


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Do you know of anywhere (on the web) that i could get information on the chain whip or similar flexible weapon? what i am looking for is: forms, general use, techniques, etc...basically anything that would help me to learn how to use the chain whip effectively.  Also, are there any books or web sites that you know of that teach kung-fu forms and hand techniques of any style. Thanks a lot for your time.

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Hi Matt,

Thanks for choosing me and allexperts.com for your question.  

Outside of simply doing a search on the word “Chain Whip” I can't tell you of anyplace particular on the web that has info on the Chain Whip.  Not having really looked to source out info for the chain whip I can't refer you to any resources (or for other flexible weapons).  Of course, your best bet is to find a teacher that can teach you in person, how to use this or any weapon.  Having said that I am assuming that you do not have any local resources for learning this weapon.  I am developing a program of video tapes which teach, in detail, Kung-Fu forms, breaks the forms down into small digestible segments, shows the moves clearly and also shows applications for each and every move of the form (and I am working on a Chain Whip video).  I have a few tapes in place and I am currently working on quite a few others.  I have some Sifu's learning from these tapes and they think they are wonderful and I have also trained a few intermediate people via video and they are doing great.  Rather than use up a lot of time and space here, if you are interested please contact me at my e-mail, rmieir@sprynet.com , so that we can discuss this program and several other methods I have of training a person via a long distance program.  Also feel free to visit my websites at www.kingskungfu.com and www.greatmartialartsstuff.com.   I look forward to hearing from you!

Sincerely,

Sifu Richard Mieir-King
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Sifu Richard Mieir-King

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Since 1971 I have been involved, trained and instructed in 5 Animal 5 Family Kung Fu and can answer questions on subjects such as Qi Gong, Hand Conditioning (Iron Palm and herbal practices), Southern Kung Fu Systems, Weapons, 5 Animal 5 Family Kung Fu, health aspects of Kung Fu and fighting aspects of Kung Fu, and various techniques. Our system is based on the 5 major Animal Styles which are Tiger, Dragon, Snake, Leopard, and Crane. We also teach a variety of other animal styles such as Black Bird, Peacock, Horse, Donkey, Elephant, Ram (also called Small Cross Set) and other Animal Styles. Besides Animal forms we also teach forms such as Butterfly Palm, Praying Mantis, Combination, Crab, and others. The Family Forms we teach are Hung Gar, Choy Gar, Li Gar, Fut Gar and Muk Gar. We also teach a variety of weapons such as Staff, Quarter Staff, single and double batons, Spear, 3 Sectional Staff, Nunchaku, Iron Sais (Gen), Chain Whip, Kwan Dao, Darn Dao, Single and Double Daggers, Chinese Wand, Axes, and more. Kung Fu is a way of balancing Body, Mind and Spirit. www.kingskungfu.com www.kingstaichi.com www.youtube.com/user/mieirking

Experience

Teaching Kung-Fu, Tai Chi and Chi Kung since 1981 Teaching Kung Fu and Tai Chi to law enforcement, prison and military personnel for fighting, health and stress reduction. Instruction in Kung Fu, Tai Chi and Chi Kung in group and private settings. Offering Corporate Wellness Classes, stress reduction, etc., to businesses. Working in medical clinics offering instruction in proper physical structure and movement, breathing techniques to reduce stress and pain, achieve better sleep and improve healing. Instruction via DVD, online classes and more options for remote students.

Organizations
American Tai Chi and Chi Kung Association World Street Combat Organization Latin American Martial Arts Society

Education/Credentials
Began instruction at 12 in the early 1970's in Kung Fu, Tai Chi and Chi Kung

Awards and Honors
Florida Hall of Fame International Black Belt Hall of Fame Lexington Who's Who

Past/Present Clients
Besides teaching the general public we have also taught law enforcement officers, prison guards, boarder patrol agents, and bouncers. Functional restoration and rehabilitation in medical clinics for patients. Corporate wellness classes for industry.

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