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About 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.

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Besides teaching the general public we have also taught law enforcement officers, prision guards, boarder patrol agents, bouncers and more.

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Sifu Richard Mieir-King 
In Category  Kung Fu

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snake style kung fu11/10/2009
  Q: Greetings Sifu King and thanks for taking my question. Is there any hope of finding a true snake ...
  A: There are many systems and subsystems of kung fu in existence. I think that if you look enough you ...
ballance9/14/2009
  Q: i have been studying different martial arts for 8-9 years but i have focused on power and speed. ...
  A: I don't know who your current Sifu is but if you are studying under one he is the best person for ...
the iron plam technique9/12/2009
  Q: I was just reading through the very impressive list of experts trying to find someone to answer a ...
  A: I know that many people will disagree with me but I consider it a matter of symantics. I also ...
kung fu teacher training8/18/2009
  Q: i've done more investigation then the average person and i have come to the conclusion that none of ...
  A: I have been asked a similar question before. I cannot comment on any schools you have been to or ...
Is Chi real ??8/13/2009
  Q: I just want to ask if there really is an internal power in us called chi that if controlled ...
  A: Well, I can tell you very simply that there is not proof at this point in time. If there were ...
Traditional Chinese Martial Arts vs Modern Mixed Martial Arts8/12/2009
  Q: Sifu Richard Mieir-King, I am a Traditional Hung Gar practitioner. Our training involves hard body ...
  A: I hope you continue your traditional training, always with a pragmatic eye towards how it is ...
chinese wand8/6/2009
  Q: Everyone talks about these exercises but I can't find anyone who sells the wands. Any ideas where I ...
  A: I have a really easy answer for you on this one :-). The dimensions of the stick are quite simple. ...
anything8/2/2009
  Q: is there a way i could pursuade my sifu to teach me how to use these weapons. p.s i do use some ...
  A: Well, first let me say that I am a bit confused at your question because you first seem to indicate ...
favourites8/2/2009
  Q: what is your favourite style of self defense
  A: well, I could actually answer this a number of ways couldn't I. I could say "my favourite self ...
weapons8/2/2009
  Q:
  A: How are you, thanks for selecting me again. Chinese Wand is a weapon that is approximately 48 ...
dragon style7/5/2009
  Q: I have recently taken up and interest in dragon style kung fu, and I just wanted to make sure it ...
  A: How are you learning Dragon without a teacher? What you need to do is get a teacher that can lead ...
about martial arts institute6/30/2009
  Q: sir, i am keen to learn martial arts, and if u have institue in new delhi thn please give me ...
  A: Unfortunately I have not heard from him in quite a while. I am sure he is still in the area and ...
Kung Fu Training6/29/2009
  Q: But the emails bounced! I too am from New Delhi and looking for KungFu Training. The following ...
  A: Unfortunately I have not heard from him in quite a while. I am sure he is still in the area and ...
kung fu professors6/26/2009
  Q: what grade do you have to achieve to become a kung fu professor?
  A: Well, you ask an interesting question. And a really good question. It seems that from country to ...
Fighting styles.5/29/2009
  Q: Respected Sir, how is Martial Arts, Kung Fu & Jeet Kun Do differ amongst themselves? Which is most ...
  A: Check Abhav in "Need ur help" as I answered him regarding classes in India. Also, scan all of my ...
Chinese medicine and Kung Fu5/19/2009
  Q: I am researching to write an essay on the link between chinese medicine and Kung Fu / Qi Gong. I ...
  A: Let me take your question and intersperse my answer within it:I am researching to write an essay on ...
Need ur Help5/18/2009
  Q: am Abhav from delhi INDIA . i would like you to please help me find a good instructor or an ...
  A: If you scan my past answers you will see that I had a contact in India. However, I have not heard ...
Martial arts Coaching ,delhi4/22/2009
  Q: I bumped into this site and thought it would be a good idea to ask you this question .I want to ...
  A: I wish I had a contact to refer you to. At this time, though, I am afraid I don't have anyone who I ...
tiger kung fu3/27/2009
  Q: i have been reading on the history of southern tiger kung fu. i have discovered that before the two ...
  A: I can speak only from my experience and exposure. The Tiger still exists as its own style or form. ...
gung fu3/23/2009
  Q: well, its me again and ive explored a lot more but have no time to look much especially since of ...
  A: Sounds like you are close to the area then. Keep looking and remember that there are other areas ...
hung gar3/21/2009
  Q: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjK0g-cDJI4&feature=related after having seen this video, i have to ...
  A: I thought it was important to give a detailed answer. I hear your question from time to time and I ...
animal3/14/2009
  Q: I just recently was told to look into kung fu as a fighting technique because most others are to ...
  A: I think I just responded to your question but it looks like you have some additional things in here ...
What am I3/14/2009
  Q: I just recently was told to look into kung fu as a fighting technique because most others are to ...
  A: Per your comment that you like "powerful attacks", do not become over fixated on doing things with ...
hung gar3/11/2009
  Q: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjK0g-cDJI4&feature=related after having seen this video, i have to ...
  A: I would start off by saying that I don’t put much stock in competitions as they are primarily ...
animal kung fu3/11/2009
  Q: what kind of animal style would suit me? ummm... i guess that you would need more then that to pick ...
  A: Sorry but you are not using periods or punctuation so it is a bit hard to follow and understand your ...
animal kung fu3/1/2009
  Q: what kind of animal style would suit me? ummm... i guess that you would need more then that to pick ...
  A: There are many things to keep in mind when selecting a Kung-Fu style or animal. You mentioned the ...
cirruclar wrist blocks2/27/2009
  Q: i have a quick question. when performing circular blocks like is seen so much in uechi ryu,goju ...
  A: Slight revision to my answer, I added a sentence towards the end that I thought was important and, ...
kung fu2/15/2009
  Q:
  A: You have not really asked me a question perse, but here are some thoughts. There are lots of ...
snowtiger1/30/2009
  Q: I asked you earlier about your knowledge of snowtiger and Robert Hill. when reading the follow ups ...
  A: As I recall, I did get that question and I didn't answer it. If I remember correctly it was in 2006 ...
chuan-fa12/24/2008
  Q: well im 17 and have shown great interest in kung fu because of its philosophy and well known power ...
  A: Your question was not too long at all. I think that once you find the right school you will be ...
monkey kung fu11/23/2008
  Q: i want to learn monkey kungfu wear do i start.
  A: Well, you have a simple question, basically. So my simple answer is that the ball is really in your ...
Kung Fu animals.11/4/2008
  Q: Are there any other animal forms of Kung Fu besides Tiger, Monkey, Crane, Dragon, Mantis, or Snake?
  A: Sure, depending on the style there can be a great many animals and forms other than animals. For ...
shaolin kung fu training11/2/2008
  Q: Good day Mr. King, I would like to know where can I find a good shaolin kung fu trainer in New ...
  A: Hell Riddhi, Thank your for using allexperts and me for your question. Unfortunately the person I ...
Formless martial arts10/20/2008
  Q: I am currently wanting to study martial arts which are formless. I have already studied krav maga ...
  A: I apologize for taking a bit longer than intended, I was quite busy this last week. I have more ...
Chi10/13/2008
  Q: I have a question. Is chi alive? I know this may sound like a weird question, but I thought I would ...
  A: No it is not a weird question. This is a question that is often batted around alot. People don't ...
Kung Fu10/8/2008
  Q: 1.The origin of marital arts in China can be traced back around to what?___________________________ ...
  A: I have broken down your question with my answers below: >> 1.The origin of marital arts in China ...
Which Kung Fu Style?9/25/2008
  Q: I'm 17 and has always been interested in martial arts combined with philosophy and symbolism. I've ...
  A: I think you will find Kung-Fu to be very rewarding, it is an excellent physical and mental ...
Kung Fu9/24/2008
  Q: , I am Arunodoy from Bangalore, INDIA . Can you please inform me if there is any instructor or an ...
  A: I used to have a contact in India but I have not heard from him in quite a long time. So I don't ...
The Best Form9/13/2008
  Q: Greetings Mr. King,I am a current student of your 'younger brother',Sifu Diaz Jr. I was curious,what ...
  A: It is good to hear from you. I am frequently in contact with Sifu Vince but when you see him ...
reguarding self practice8/28/2008
  Q: with all due respect to u I want to say that how can I continue my practice at my home as there are ...
  A: You dont need special equipment, you can make a great many things to practice with that will be easy ...
Styles/My Area8/23/2008
  Q: I am a 17 year old senior living in Missouri. i have spent honestly.. a very long time a year or ...
  A: I get a few e-mails from peole in your general area, it sounds as if Kung-Fu is hard to find there. ...
Which of the 5 animal styles?8/19/2008
  Q: as well as other reasons but one thing i was wondering is what style would best suite my body's ...
  A: Do you currently practice forms or have you had previous martial arts training? I ask because every ...
Which of the 5 animal styles?8/13/2008
  Q: as well as other reasons but one thing i was wondering is what style would best suite my body's ...
  A: Not knowing you or your personality or other factors about your body and personality and demeanor ...
9 section chain whip tutorials8/8/2008
  Q: Master Richard, I recently came back from a camp trip to China. During the last week there, we were ...
  A: No need to call me master :-), I like to think of myself as a student, I have just been a student ...
which?8/3/2008
  Q: as a chinese growing up in america, i would love to learn more about my culture, and in my opinion, ...
  A: I am not from your area of the USA but I would think that you would have many resources to choose ...
kung fu vs. mma8/3/2008
  Q: i can't help but notice that kung fu practitioners get no respect from mma guys. they're always ...
  A: Hello Jones, Thanks for choosing allexperts and me for your question. This is a really good ...
What style is it?7/23/2008
  Q: Mieir, I Want to know the stlye of this kung fu. Its an old classic called "36 Crazy Fists" 1977 I ...
  A: As you might know, many times a movie is made and to make it more dramatic a style is made up and ...
Donkey7/15/2008
  Q: i don't mean to be impolite or offensive, but i have searched for a martial style that i believe to ...
  A: Well, the gentlemen I was refering to is in Northern California, I know he has a donkey form and I ...
Donkey7/10/2008
  Q: i don't mean to be impolite or offensive, but i have searched for a martial style that i believe to ...
  A: I am afraid that I do not know of any DVD's on the subject or books either but then I have also not ...
Total Body Conditioning7/8/2008
  Q: I am seeking stances that I can hold to condition my legs. Jackie Chan did the 'Horse Stance' in ...
  A: Holding any stances will condition your legs, you should also do other exercises but Horse Stance ...
How do I find a good Animal style kung fu master?6/17/2008
  Q: I am young, a sophmore in high school. I have found it very difficult to find a good Animal Style ...
  A: I just answered a similar question. Of course, as you might imagine, I have also answered many such ...
Southeastern Michigan Kung Fu6/16/2008
  Q: I am a 13 year old boy and I am very excited to learn a style of Kung Fu. The problem is that I ...
  A: I was looking and here are 3 answers I gave someone regarding the similar question of how to pick a ...
boar kung fu?6/11/2008
  Q: First thanks for listening. It means a lot. I was reading that there is a boar kung fu style, but ...
  A: I don't put on that I know all the answers but I am glad to listen to a question and when I have an ...
Animal styles of kung fu6/6/2008
  Q: What are the animal styles of kung fu? I'm aware of the five main styles (tiger, mantis, crane etc) ...
  A: I apologize for the delay but things are quite busy here so please excuse the brevity of this ...
Hello5/27/2008
  Q: I want 2 know more about d 5 animal styles.(usefulness n purposes)
  A: Well, there isn't a short answer to your question, there isn't even a medium length answer to your ...
kung fu5/22/2008
  Q: Hey Richard I study Jow Ga kung fu under Hoy K. lee and I was wondering how to improve the speed of ...
  A: Well, you have asked a rather extensive question and one that is hard to answer in mere words. This ...
5 Animal Kung-Fu Styles5/17/2008
  Q: For quite some time now, I've been extremely interested in Varma Kalai martial arts and its Chinese ...
  A: I am afraid I cannot advise you on a style called Varma Kalai. Also, southern Mantis I believe is ...
knowledge5/8/2008
  Q: sir.,i want to learn kunf fu .i lives in lakshmi nagar.plz give me solution ,i want to contact u ...
  A: I am afraid I am entirely unfamiliar with lakshmi nagar. So I don't have any suggestions on where ...
scorpion kung fu/ scorpion boxing4/30/2008
  Q: i was wondering what you know of scorpion kung fu, i have seen only a few videos on the internet ...
  A: Well, there are a number of techniques patterned after the strikes of a scorpion so it is no ...
animal kung fu4/24/2008
  Q: Hell, i was wondering what animal kung fu style is right for me. I know that animal kung fu is ...
  A: Well, you really need a teacher to work with you to determine what your animal type might be, and ...
Futherance4/18/2008
  Q: and after training in Goju Ryu for 7 years I feel that I wish to start training in other forms, ...
  A: Weapons training is indeed an interesting subject and there are many excellent benefits to be found ...
Michigan4/12/2008
  Q: Are you familiar of anyone teaching kung fu in Michigan. I live in between Detroit and Ann Arbor,MI.
  A: I have been trying to think of someone I know in the area but I can't think of anyone. I don't like ...
martial arts training4/2/2008
  Q: I stay in new Delhi and am extremely interested in martial arts.I have just finished my exams and ...
  A: Unfortunately I have not heard from my contact in India and his e-mail now seems to be defunct. If ...
nyc12/31/2007
  Q: i was looking to enroll my son in kung fu classes. he's kind of facing some bully problems at ...
  A: I can certainly feel your need to protect and build the confidence of your child. I personally think ...
Martial Art training for Kids12/23/2007
  Q: I have two years old daughter, whom I would like to join Martial Art training at the earliest. I am ...
  A: Wow, 2 is pretty young. I am not sure how many programs ther are out there for kids that young but ...
about shaolin long jump11/19/2007
  Q: I have a long jump competition tomorrow. I justwanted to know how to increase my power in kungfu way ...
  A: Well, the first thing is that if you have a competition within 24 hours there is no training that ...
Want to learn Kung Fu in New Delhi, India10/26/2007
  Q: I live in New Delhi, India and am very much interested in learning Kung Fu since my childhood. I ...
  A: If I can get a new e-mail on him I will let you know. Please contact me via my e-mail address that ...
Want to learn Kung Fu in New Delhi, India10/26/2007
  Q: I live in New Delhi, India and am very much interested in learning Kung Fu since my childhood. I ...
  A: Here are 2 e-mail addresses of a teacher in India named Raja Rajalee. Contact him and tell him that ...
strenght10/18/2007
  Q: I'm Ben.I would like you to help me with some problems I have been having, I need to make my hand ...
  A: My style is not wado, so you may want, first, to check with your instructor on these questions. In ...
Zui Quan10/2/2007
  Q: I am looking for someone in my city or one near hear in Clarksville, Tn or Nashville who can teach ...
  A: I wish I could give you a recommendation but I am afraid I dont know anyone in those areas that ...
finger conditioning9/22/2007
  Q: best regards reg
  A: Your conditioning will probably not be the run of the mill conditioning. Also, there are things I ...
kung fu9/12/2007
  Q: i was wondering what would be the fastest kung fu for me to get good at (meaning that i can defend ...
  A: You do not have to be flexible to take Kung-Fu and learn it and have it become effective for you. ...
Self defense9/12/2007
  Q: Sifu King Recently I was in a situation on the train where 5 people step, they were being load and ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in getting to you but my computer was being updated for the last couple of ...
pak mei8/30/2007
  Q: how effective is pak mei on the streets and other combat situations?
  A: Pak Mei is not the style I have a foundation in. However, I would say that it is a good style. ...
defense against weapons8/4/2007
  Q: Any advice on dealing with a person with a gun or knife, you can't get away from. are there ...
  A: Well, there are lots of things to learn and consider when dealing with someone who has a gun or ...
Chi Gung - Healing8/3/2007
  Q: I have seen videos of masters being able to admit heat from the La Gong (not sure of spelling) point ...
  A: I understand your predicament. I know a number of people who are geographically limited in what ...
dragon style system7/26/2007
  Q: sifu, my name is jason. i have been intrested in learning the dragon stlye for some ...
  A: Where about are you located? Dragon is a nice style, has many benefits and is an enjoyable style to ...
Iron Palm Training7/20/2007
  Q: Im reseraching information on getting started the right way with Iron Palm. I'd like to know what's ...
  A: Where you hands are concerned you definitely want to choose the correct method of conditioning, your ...
Conditioning7/14/2007
  Q: Sifu Mieir-King, My question is about conditioning for finger strikes and the backfist. I study ...
  A: I am assuming that for your finger strikes you are talking about thrusting methods, spear hands and ...
Traditional Gift6/30/2007
  Q: What would a traditional gift be for a visiting Master (TaiJiQuan)?
  A: That is a very good question. I am assuming this is a special occasion and that you want to get ...
Im stumped6/7/2007
  Q: I've been looking for a few years now for this particular item/weapon. I'm not sure the style of ...
  A: While I don't recognize exactly what you are describing I have read of a group that were well known ...
Behaviour5/17/2007
  Q: I have a question about events I have witnessed which have been bothering me. Individuals who are ...
  A: I cannot comment on your specific situation, however I do understand what you mean and what you are ...
Best?5/10/2007
  Q: Karate n Kung fu looks similar.What r their differences? which of the martial arts was masterised ...
  A: Initially I was going to reject your second question as it seems to me that you are trolling and ...
Pak Mei Broadsword5/1/2007
  Q: I would like to know if there is a Pak Mei Single Broadsword Form. And if from which lineage does it ...
  A: I am not a White Eyebrow practitioner so I can not give you an authoritative answer to your ...
Hung Gar Kung Fu4/27/2007
  Q: From what I have read it looks like Hung Gar emphasizes low kicks with mostly hand techniques. ...
  A: I am not a practitioner of the system of Hung Gar although we have a form within our style that is ...
Difference?4/22/2007
  Q: Karate n Kung fu looks similar.What r their differences? which of the martial arts was masterised ...
  A: I am assuming that you are neither involved in Karate or Kung Fu. They are similar in that they ...
Conditioning?4/7/2007
  Q: How can we condition our hands?
  A: Well, you have asked a large question. More than can be answered in a mere internet posting. There ...
Kung Fu4/3/2007
  Q: I was just curious what you thought or even heard about white dragon in the san diego area? ...
  A: Well, I think you are looking for validation or a stamp of approval on a style. Certainly, Choy Li ...
Help?4/3/2007
  Q: Sifu Mieir-King, I am a student who prefers the more traditional ways of kung fu. If you think ...
  A: I am sorry to hear that there are not local schools for you. If you are training alone and need ...
Hun Gar4/2/2007
  Q: I am 48 years old and have not studeid any martial art for 15 years. I have had individual ...
  A: I can understand your dilemma. It is best to get instruction from a live instructor, but when there ...
arts4/2/2007
  Q: Richard! I'd like to ask you about these three martial arts:Hsing I Ch'uan,Pa Kua Chang, Wing Chun. ...
  A: It seems that you are asking which style is superior to the others. I would like to give you as ...
Mongoose Style4/1/2007
  Q: I live and work in Saudi Arabia, and I practice Jeet Kune Do (I have 1 degree B-B). I have been ...
  A: I am afraid I cannot offer you any information about a Mongoose style or form. This is not part of ...
Kung Fu4/1/2007
  Q: I was just curious what you thought or even heard about white dragon in the san diego area? ...
  A: San Diego is about a 2 hour drive from where I am (depending on how fast you drive :-) ). So I am ...
Tennis Elbow3/30/2007
  Q: Can herbal remedies be used for tennis elbow? Have you ever heard of this. What about herbal ...
  A: Of course I am not a doctor and cannot prescribe things. I can tell you my experience and the ...
Help?3/29/2007
  Q: Sifu Mieir-King, I am a student who prefers the more traditional ways of kung fu. If you think ...
  A: It is good to hear from you again. Yes, I do remember your question. Well, I am not a ...
Intresting Styles3/29/2007
  Q: Honored Sifu, While looking around the internet for a suitable summertime program for myself I ...
  A: Some of the sub forms of this system are really not to hard to figure out. As their name implies ...
finger/fist power training3/28/2007
  Q: I have looked over the descriptions of the animal styles and have decided that the snake style best ...
  A: I was told that the Chinese referred to any surface of the hand (or body) as a "fist" be it open or ...
Is it good to add3/17/2007
  Q: Is it good to add strong forms from other systems into you own system? I've been in the MA for ...
  A: You have a good question and I am sure you will get a multitude of answers from varying people. ...
i have a question in regards to starting training3/12/2007
  Q: 6'4", over 350lbs and a diabetic but doctors say theres a chance i'm not a full blown diabetic, ...
  A: You could do any style, it is a matter of what suits your body, you specific needs, your weight. ...
multiple styles2/28/2007
  Q: I don't mind. you can put the question on your site. And i have one more question. Since mastering ...
  A: I apologize in the delay in getting back to you, it has been quite busy here. In answer to you ...
Style of kung fu1/31/2007
  Q: I'm 16 and in the best shape I've been in for a long time, dedicated, I have been really interested ...
  A: On your questions. For a style that focus on kicking, you might look into taking some Northern ...
choy lee fut mok hung gar teacher1/27/2007
  Q: Greetings, I was a student for three years in West Los Angeles California from 1975 to 1978. I am ...
  A: I heard of someone who's last name is Steur I think, that could be misspelled, I am not sure. ...
Chi kung and Bruce Lee1/23/2007
  Q: I would like to ask you a question on Chi kung and Bruce Lee. I hear from tranditional masters that ...
  A: I am not one to keep up on the specifics of a celebrity, in or out of martial arts. So I cannot ...
Choosing a Kung Fu instructor12/24/2006
  Q: I want to start practicing Kung Fu here in Brazil, but can't seem to tell good from bad instructors. ...
  A: It sounds as if to me you are taking very good precautions. I always tell people that they need to ...
kung fu and defense against other stylist12/21/2006
  Q: Like many martial artist in training, I often wonder about how my kung fu skills would stack up ...
  A: Your time in training and understanding of what you do and have learned will greatly influence how ...
wing12/11/2006
  Q: What do you think about Wing Chun,I don't know too much about it, but I'm thinking of starting ...
  A: I know a little of wing chun and it is a perfectly good style. As far as which style is best, I ...
Why is Long Staff Tapered?12/10/2006
  Q: Why is the Long Staff used in forms such as Lau Gar Kuen tapered, and is it tapered at both ends or ...
  A: We typically use a standard staff in our style. Why Lau Gar uses the staff that is tapered at one ...
kung fu forms11/16/2006
  Q: im fairly young so please dont choose something hard ive been doing kung fu for 8 years now which ...
  A: I am a bit puzzled why you are asking me which form you should learn first. You should really be ...
hungar>5 animals>choy lay fut11/4/2006
  Q: How similiar is choy lay fut, 5 animals, and Hungar(tiger~crane)? the only art My daughter practices ...
  A: Well, never having studied Choy Lay Fut or Hung Gar (Tiger Crane) I would not be able to contrast ...
Just starting kungfu.10/26/2006
  Q: The last many several months I have had this need to perfect my abilites (running a growing ...
  A: Many people entering the martial arts, or who are new to martial arts, be it kung-fu or any other ...
zui quan schools10/18/2006
  Q: I have been looking into finding a martial arts school for about the past year. a few of the styles ...
  A: It sounds like you are asking me a question you can only answer yourself. You have named the styles ...
Inquiry10/17/2006
  Q: , I am Prasoon from delhi INDIA . i would like you to please help me find a good instructor or an ...
  A: I am not familiar with India but you might try this e-mail address - cosmohaarrison@hotmail.com or ...
Leopard style kung fu10/3/2006
  Q: I have searched hard for the five animal kung fu shaolin styles. Of all five the only style that I ...
  A: Unfortunately, I think you will be hard-pressed to find a school anywhere that teaches only leopard ...
hand conditioning9/14/2006
  Q: can i have some advice on hand conditioning techniques their effeciency but not opinions on should ...
  A: Your question is a bit unclear but I am assuming you want to know if hand conditioning is efficient ...
martial arts9/13/2006
  Q: There is a person on tv who studied hi levels of martial arts. This person also studied magic, ...
  A: Well, the only person I can think of is a gentlemen named David Blane. However, I think he makes it ...
About SUNG HI STYLE or Sung Eye9/7/2006
  Q: Honourable See Fu! Can u tell me abt breifly abt Sung Hi Or Sung eye Kung fu please. Its based ...
  A: I am not familiar with the style you mention, at least not the way you are spelling it. Perhaps I ...
Drunken Boxing8/30/2006
  Q: Sifu Richard, Drunken Boxing has become a popular discussion topic within my circle of friends since ...
  A: There are Drunken Styles, how old or new they are I cannot specifically tell you but it is a kung fu ...
Leopard-style Kung Fu8/30/2006
  Q: I am currently a student of Tai Chi Chuan and I will, hopefully, be starting to take kickboxing in ...
  A: To the best of my knowledge Leopard is one of several styles within a system, like 5 Animals. Of ...
What/Which?8/22/2006
  Q: ! I was considering Wing Chun Kung Fu and i was wondering what Kung Fu "Style" or "Animal" it is ...
  A: As with alot of kung fu there is a lot of variations on the telling of how styles came into being. ...
help8/21/2006
  Q: I was just wondering, I just moved and I am trying to pick a martial art- either Wing Chun Kung Fu ...
  A: Didn't I just answer a similar question for you? I think that you will find that you will get a ...
punching power8/18/2006
  Q: Good Evening, Sifu: I would like to learn how to increase my punching power without lifting weights ...
  A: You need a balance of training and doing somekind of resistance training is important to tone the ...
I want lern kung fu on net.8/15/2006
  Q: i want learn to kung fu on net.
  A: I wish I could help you but I don't have, nor do I know of any programs that can, with throughness, ...
kung-fu8/11/2006
  Q: sir my name is waleed. i like kung-fu fighting very much, but i have no time to go to the academy to ...
  A: I wish I could help you but I don't have, nor do I know of any programs that can instruct in Kung-Fu ...
Help me please8/7/2006
  Q: I need to know some names of Close Range Combat (Full Contact) Kung Fu styles and are they southern ...
  A: In answer to your first question. All schools should teach methods of Close Range Combat. I cannot ...
I dont know if that true !8/5/2006
  Q: I saw some videos about shaolin monks that break iron plates on their bodies and head even ...
  A: It all depends. Let me ask you, do you plan on using your genitals as your weapon of attack? If ...
style8/4/2006
  Q: The only problem is that I liv ein St. Louis and have searched for a location and can't find Kung Fu ...
  A: I would say why not take up some are now. It might be different from what you want to do now and ...
I have questions please answer8/2/2006
  Q: I need to know Kung Fu very well... so, I checked Five Animal style (Leopard - Tiger - Crane - Snake ...
  A: I believe I answered your question before as this seems to be a continuing thread and question. If ...
white crane kung fu7/29/2006
  Q: I want to learn white crane kung fu in China. Do you know of any temples or monastaries that I can ...
  A: You did not say where you are from. I am going to assume you are in the USA. There are many good ...
Kung Fu? Is It realistic7/28/2006
  Q: I have read some things on Bruce Lee and he says the problem with martial arts is there not ...
  A: There are many fads in the martial arts and many people saying many things. Whether a style works ...
wing chun training7/23/2006
  Q: I've been at wing chun for almost a year now and it doesn't seem to get easier, but actually harder. ...
  A: Your question would be best directed to your instructor and one versed in Wing Chun Kung-Fu. My ...
Tell me please7/23/2006
  Q: I want to ask you what is the most dangerous Kung Fu style and why this style is the most dangerous ...
  A: To answer your question briefly, there is not one style more dangerous than another. If there were ...
I want to learn kung fu!7/18/2006
  Q: i want to know if theres any thing out there that i can learn kung fu for free and somthing that i ...
  A: Free classes. Yours is an interesting question that brings a great many other things of importance ...
Iron Palm7/15/2006
  Q: Sifu King, I am NOT a trained fighter but have taught myself certain things I am sure will come ...
  A: First, this is a side note and not yet addressing your question, but if you want something that will ...
what rank am i?7/1/2006
  Q: my neighbour taught me shaolin kung fu for a year. He taught me a lot each week. I stopped taking ...
  A: Well, there are many different kinds of kung fu and each with its own ranking system, even within ...
learn kung fu6/16/2006
  Q: I would like to learn the same kung fu as what they learned in the matrix movie.
  A: I am assuming that your question is what was the style of Kung-Fu and where can you go to learn it. ...
Qi Gong.5/31/2006
  Q: I have developed a large interest in the ways of kung fu, and more martial styles recently, though i ...
  A: Volumes could be written on your question. Infact, volumes have been written on it. There are many ...
Differences in style?5/7/2006
  Q: Having some experience is martial arts but having very little knowledge of shaolin history I was ...
  A: I will answer your question if I understand it correctly. This answer comes from my perspective and ...
Berserker Fighting/Blacking Out5/7/2006
  Q: I have no training in martial arts for the reason that I simply don't want to hurt someone more than ...
  A: I think that the goal of all martial artists is to train and have the ability to do great damage and ...
kung fu institute in delhi5/5/2006
  Q: I am looking for a good kung ku institute in delhi(India)
  A: I do not know the geography of India so I am not sure where you are located in relation to the one ...
Elephant Style Kung Fu4/30/2006
  Q: Is the Elephant style a legitimate kung fu style?
  A: Yes, I believe it is. We have a form in our system of Kung Fu called the Elephant form and I ...
KUNG FU4/29/2006
  Q: I HAVE A BACKGOUND IN AIKIDO AND JUJITSU. I ENROLLED MY SON WHOS 6 IN 5 ANIMAL SHAOLIN AND GOT ...
  A: In response to your question I will give you an answer that might be unpopular. Unpopular because ...
animal form kung fu4/27/2006
  Q: Do any teachers recommend watching the animal to help learning the form? Do you know of any books ...
  A: K. Thank you for choosing allexperts and me for your question. Certainly, there are teachers that ...
Hi, i'm 14...4/20/2006
  Q: im 14, and i've been practicing Shotokhan Karate for 2 years, and im a purple belt. I want to start ...
  A: I am wondering, do you want to pursue Kung-Fu or arts such as Karate and Taekwondo? I am not sure ...
traditional styles4/20/2006
  Q: I'm currently in a non-classical Wing Chun school and am currently learning a lot of simple combat ...
  A: Your dilemma over forms is an all too common one. This could be a lengthy answer but I am gong to ...
Qi Gong4/19/2006
  Q: Greetings, First of all, I would like to thank you for offering guidance and advise through this ...
  A: Thank you also for your kind words, it is a pleasure to be of help wherever and however I find I can ...
help me find institute in delhi3/28/2006
  Q: , i am vikas from delhi INDIA . i would like you to please help me find a good instructor or an ...
  A: Vikas. I have had a few e-mails with a gentlemen in India but I do not know the area so I do n know ...
Help! Reversing the effects of Iron Palm3/10/2006
  Q: I come to you in this email asking for sincere help in a matter which > is effecting both my ...
  A: The Iron Palm liniment is, indeed, for your protection, it keeps your hands healed of any minor ...
Training in China/Japan2/16/2006
  Q: I started training in the Go-Kan-Ryu style of karate about two years ago, and have found that i have ...
  A: I am glad to hear that you are training and enjoying it and doing so well at it. To give you a ...
Shaolin White Crane Kung Fu VS Wing Chun Kung Fu VS Northern ShaoLin Kung Fu2/14/2006
  Q: Sir I am interested in taking a Kung Fu course. There is a center ...
  A: The best way for you to learn about the differences, and more importantly, which style fits you ...
getting "permission" to teach1/26/2006
  Q: Mr. Meir-King: I have a few Q's. First, have you ever heard of Shaolin-Do Kung Fu? I don't take it ...
  A: To answer your question. I have heard of Shaolin-Do but I do not know much about it since it is not ...
conditioning1/3/2006
  Q: I'm looking to improve my overall flexabilty. Especially in my legs. I stretch alot but I feel as ...
  A: You are young so you do not lack flexibility due to age. Everyone is different though. Some people ...
5 animal styles12/16/2005
  Q: Why do you list Dragon as an animal style? Everyone knows a Dragon isn't a real animal
  A: Are you involved in martial arts? I am assuming you are not. Especially since many styles of ...
karate classes11/16/2005
  Q: I'd like to start karate classes I think the classes would help me with fitness, stress relief as ...
  A: Well, I am afraid I cannot advise you regarding a Karate class because I am a Kung-Fu practitioner ...
why so many... styles and mini stlyes?10/31/2005
  Q: im new to the martail arts, well kinda, and i dont understand why you have so many styles and then ...
  A: I can't comment on monkey styles since monkey is just one of the animals within the style that I ...
ram kong fu10/18/2005
  Q: what prinsible or ram kong fu? what is the shortest explonation and the reson it is called ram kong ...
  A: I have been busy with some classes and seminars. Getting back to your question. The simple ...
Newbie needs Help!10/5/2005
  Q: First off I would like to thank you for offering your time and expertise, its wonderful! My goal is ...
  A: And thank you for choosing me and allexperts for your question. Well, that is the question that ...
Several questions8/25/2005
  Q: My studies are coming along just fine - I've been doing Wing Chun now for almost 1.5 years and I'm ...
  A: Of course, I am answering you from a different kung-fu perspective than yours, I do not do wing ...
Dragon's Fist6/10/2005
  Q: Sifu: Thank you for any help you can give me. What is a "dragon's fist" in kung fu? How is it formed ...
  A: This hand position, the Dragons fist, could vary slightly from one style of kung fu to another. I ...
I need help...4/27/2005
  Q: my name is Sam, I have a bit of a problem and I do hope you can offer some advice to me at least. I ...
  A: I am very sorry to hear about your problem. Unfortunately, this goes on all too often. People ...
the Americanization of Hung Gar Mantis4/7/2005
  Q: I am doing a research project on the changes on martial arts sonce coming to america and I would ...
  A: I have answered all of your questions fairly quickly. Some of them could have used more detail but ...
kungfu....i may have sent this twice3/28/2005
  Q: Fl where they teach chen style taich and wuzuquan. They are two different porgrams and I dont have ...
  A: I don't think you can miss with either style, the Wuzuquan or the Chen Tai Chi. I think your best ...
Chinese Wand exercise2/18/2005
  Q: Do you know of any classes in Chinese Wand exercise in Southern California? Thanks
  A: Per your question, 5 or more years ago I heard of a gentlemen in Orange County who was teaching ...
wing Chun & Iron Palm2/12/2005
  Q: i've been excepted into the 'International Wing Chun Academy' in Sydney Australia, im due to start ...
  A: Congratulations on your acceptance into the Wing Chun Academy, I hope you have a great experience ...
Video of Ark Wong1/13/2005
  Q: I have been told that there are videos of Ark Wong doing forms i.e. small cross, butterfly, ...
  A: I have heard the same, that there is film of Ark Wong doing various forms out there. If there is, ...
Black Tiger Style Kung Fu1/11/2005
  Q: I started taking Hungar style 2 months ago and have become pretty much obsessed with all things Kung ...
  A: I am glad you are enjoying your kung-fu studies, it really is a wonderful art to be involved in and ...
Sir, I've Been Looking For...1/7/2005
  Q: Sir, I've Been Looking For Any Information On The Crab Fist/ Crab Style Of Kung Fu. It Appears That ...
  A: Yes, there is very little info out there on crab. Within the system of Kung-Fu that I practice we ...
Praying Mantis / Wing Chun - the same?12/18/2004
  Q: As I may or may not have mentioned in my last email, I've been studying Wing Chun Kung Fu since ...
  A: It is good to hear from you again and I am glad that you found my previous answer of benefit. To ...
Wish to start Hung Gar12/10/2004
  Q: I am a 20 year-old former racing cyclist and would dearly love to start learning Hung Gar. I have 9 ...
  A: I am assuming when you say you will be able to dedicate yourself to training that you have found a ...
Iron Palm Training Questions11/26/2004
  Q: I have a few questions about iron palm training that I'm sure you could answer. 1) Do you have to ...
  A: and I apologize for the delay, I have had a busy couple of weeks here. You don't have to be ...
Kung Fu styles11/18/2004
  Q: I've heard the term "hard" and "soft" styles used quite often in martial arts. Does it also apply to ...
  A: Yes, "hard" and "soft" are terms used to categorize styles in Kung Fu. One thing to remember, ...
What style do you think is best??11/17/2004
  Q: I was just wondering what you think the best style for me is, because most of the styles i've looked ...
  A: Let me take your questions in reverse, at the end you mention something that you can learn and ...
About the crane style.10/13/2004
  Q: I practice the five animal style too. My question is how to make my finger striking more effective ...
  A: Of course you are not going to attack hard targets with the cranes beak but, instead, soft targets. ...
schools9/26/2004
  Q: do you know where i can learn shaolin southern tiger kung fu in GA and possible videos on tiger and ...
  A: Unfortunately I don't have any first hand knowledge of schools in Georgia. My advise would be for ...
Do you have a centre in New Delhi, India9/21/2004
  Q: If you have or be known a training centre in New Delhi, India; please let me know. I'm very keen to ...
  A: I know of a person who teaches Kung-Fu but do not have first hand experience with him. Also, I ...
back exercise9/18/2004
  Q: i injured my back weighlifting and now wanna strengthen it naturally, kung fu people obviously have ...
  A: Back injuries are never good, if your back does not feel good you don't feel good anywhere, but I am ...
which kung fu style9/9/2004
  Q: I am looking to enhance my self defense skills as quickly as possible putting forth 100 percent ...
  A: Well, I am neither a longfist practitioner nor a Wing Chun practitioner so anything I might be able ...
Kung Fu Sifu9/1/2004
  Q: Is it normal for a 1st degree blackbelt to open a dojo or is higher rank recommended? i have just ...
  A: Usually in Kung-Fu we dont use belts but sashes. Also, you don't typically hear of "degrees" in ...
Starting out8/13/2004
  Q: I'm a 15 year old that has just recently begun to look into Kung Fu, and am interested in taking ...
  A: I apologize for the delay but I was teaching some classes and seminars and was away from my computer ...
im a 17 yr old girl. i was...7/23/2004
  Q: im a 17 yr old girl. i was wondering if you could give me some tips on how to become physically fit ...
  A: I think that the answer to your question (getting into shape) may be in what you are seeking ...
crab style6/25/2004
  Q: I thought the crab style was dead? What is it like?
  A: Within our system we have a from called the Crab. There is also a gentlemen by the name of Sanchez, ...
about martial arts6/24/2004
  Q: What is the main differences between the different martial art styles such as (karate , kung fu , ...
  A: It is a pretty broad question and volumes could be written about it. Within Karate there are ...
Question6/20/2004
  Q: My sifu (Lao sifu Jimmy H. Woo aka Chan Siu Dek) said that Choi li ho fut hung kung fu san soo is ...
  A: I can only speak to you from the perspective of the system of Kung-Fu which I learned (5 Animal 5 ...
please help!!!!6/19/2004
  Q: Osu! hi my name is marc! it is nice to meet you! Here is a little background on myself. I have been ...
  A: I will answer you from my Kung-Fu perspective, what my teachers taught and my personal experience. ...
Chain Whip6/14/2004
  Q: I have been searching for a certain martial arts weapon for a while now and i havnt been able to ...
  A: Wow, that is indeed one big chain whip. I am not familiar with that weapon so I am at a bit of a ...
Hi, i have been practicing...5/27/2004
  Q: i have been practicing martial arts new for over a year and hold a green belt in tae kwon do and i ...
  A: One of the differences between Northern and Southern is that one is what is called long hand and the ...
Style Choice5/23/2004
  Q: I was wondering what form of kung-fu do you think would be the most effective for a person with a ...
  A: Your question has come up before. Generally speaking a tall thinner person is typically considered ...
mok gar (muk gar?)5/22/2004
  Q: i was wondering if you have any information on mok gar that you could give me. i have read some ...
  A: It sounds like you are seeking information on the System of Mok Gar. We teach a form within our ...
background5/6/2004
  Q: From whom did you learn your art?
  A: Professor Gilbert Bates, a master instructor under Grandmaster Ark Yuey Wong (a picture of ...
Which style.4/30/2004
  Q: I have usually trained in Japanese MA but am currently considering changing to wing chun, but.. I ...
  A: Thnaks for choosing me and all experts for your question. My apologies for gettin back late to you ...
Things that your life and art have taught you4/13/2004
  Q: As you are an expert in the martial arts, I would be grateful to receive some of your wisdom and ...
  A: I actually consider myself a student of the martial arts, not an expert (even though the forum is ...
comparison of Elephant style4/1/2004
  Q: I'm wondering how the Elephant style compares to the other styles that you are familiar with - as ...
  A: Well, the Elephant style that we practice is a rather external style, as you might imagine being ...
double sword3/26/2004
  Q: My name is Grant, and I have a few questions about double-straightsword. At the moment, I live in ...
  A: I apologize for the delay in getting back to you. On your question, I am assuming you are no ...
dit da jow3/20/2004
  Q: i was wondering if there are different ways to apply jows for different kinds of injuries. Thanks
  A: I guess I would need to know more specifically what kind of injuries you are talking about. Also, ...
South. Style Shaolin2/9/2004
  Q: My question is regarding the 5 major animal styles. I was wondering what are the Main animals and ...
  A: I cannot speak for any style other than the one I practice and teach, what style is it that you are ...
ark wong2/5/2004
  Q: Can you give me any info on ark wong's stuff. I have contacted his grandson (Seming Ma) but to no ...
  A: I apologize for getting back to you late but things have been quite busy here. I don't know if ...
Kung Fu styles - animal2/4/2004
  Q: Could you further explain about those 5 major animal styles, "Dragon, Tiger, Crane, Leopard, and ...
  A: I apologize for the delay, it has been quite busy here. Volumes of information could be written on ...
Chin Na - Northern vs. Southern2/3/2004
  Q: Sir, My question is: I am interested in receiving instruction in Chin Na if possible as well as ...
  A: Well, most systems of Kung-Fu I have ever seen have their own Chin Na, so I can't think of a style ...
Kung Fu6/8/2003
  Q: I am looking into taking a martial arts class. I am in good shape but I am looking for something ...
  A: com. Needless to say, since I am a 30+ year Kung-Fu practitioner, I think Kung-Fu is a great art, ...
Chain Whip forms/training6/4/2003
  Q: Do you know of anywhere (on the web) that i could get information on the chain whip or similar ...
  A: com for your question. Outside of simply doing a search on the word “Chain Whip” I can't tell you ...
Crab Style Kung Fu1/17/2003
  Q: I was wondering if you could give me a little history on the Crab Style of Kung Fu. There's not ...
  A: com for your question. You are right, there is very little information on this style of Kung-Fu. ...
Authenticity of Shaolin and Kung Fu12/16/2002
  Q: I have been told by some of my Chinese Shifus (Sifus) that Shaolin and Kung Fu is often ...
  A: I hope I read and understood your question correctly, if not just let me know. First off, I am ...
OTHER ANIMAL STYLES12/2/2002
  Q: IS IT POSSIBLE WITHOUT ILLUSTRATIONS TO EXPLAINE THE OTHER ANIMAL STYLES. IE RAM, HORSE ECT?JAMES
  A: Your question could involve a very lenghty answer but I will try to keep it a bit more brief. It is ...
Hand Strenght2/4/2002
  Q: Can you tell me a few very good methods to strenghten my grip for... say eagle or tiger etc
  A: com and me for your question. There are a lot of methods of strenghtening the hands, if you are ...

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