| Kung-Fu
San Soo is a Southern Chinese martial art which came
from the Kwan-Yin monastery. This system is approximately
2000 years old and was developed specifically for
self defense and exercise. There is no sport application
to Kung-Fu San Soo. Kung-Fu
San Soo utilizes combinations of blocks, punches,
kicks, throws and joint locking techniques known
as leverages. These techniques are delivered in
perfect rhythm to the vital parts of the human anatomy
in order to incapacitate an opponent as quickly
and efficiently as possible.
Students
of Kung-Fu San Soo also learn the ancient breathing
techniques which when timed with proper movement
skills develop extreme power. This is known as mind-body
unity. The
training also aids the student in developing agility,
balance coordination, rhythm timing and accuracy.
Along with the physical attributes gained, the mental
discipline builds character, respect, self-confidence,
and humility. As the late Grandmaster Jimmy H. Woo
used to say; "The art of Kung-Fu San Soo lies
not in victory or defeat, but in teaching and building
human character".
At
Bob Shores' Chinese Boxing academy this has been
an observable phenomenon for over twenty years as
students from various walks of life, ethnic backgrounds
and religions have trained together in harmony and
respect for the good of all.
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