First published in 1936, this work represents primary source material of ancient combat techniques designed in a time of occupation and war, when the threat of lethal hand-to-hand combat was an ever-present reality for soldiers, those involved in law enforcement, and very often for the ordinary citizen. This is the seminal work in the field, written by the form’s founders, Liu Jinsheng and Zhao Jiang, as a training manual for the Police Academy of Zheijiang province. The intent of this translation is to provide authentic historical documentation for martial arts techniques that have been modified for use today in both competition and self-defense. Submission grappling is a technique in which fighters use locks, chokes, and breaking techniques to defeat their challengers in no-holds-barred matches. Chi Na Fa remains the most comprehensive explanation available of these Chinese grappling techniques, from which derive many current techniques. Renowned author and Brazillian jiu jitsu champion Tim Cartmell presents the book in a clear, compelling new translation.

The book "CHIN NA FA" was written by Liu Jin Sheng in collaboration with Zhao Jiang. The first edition of the book was issued in July of 1936 as a manual for the Police Academy of Zhejiang province. The book was printed by the publishing house Shan Wu in Shanghai..".".If you are in command of this technique, you can sway the destiny of the enemy. You can kill your enemy, cause unbearable pain, tear his muscles and sinews, break his bones or make him unconscious for some time and completely disable him to resist. Even a woman or a physically weak man who mastered this technique can curb a strong enemy. This technique demands deftness and skill, not brute force. It is necessary to train oneself daily to make the body flexible and nimble, but "hardness" must be hidden inside this "softness."/Author Liu Jin Sheng.The Police Academy of Zhejiang province.1-st of May of the 24-th year of the Chinese Republic (1935)/

In this book, Zhao Da Yuan, the chief martial arts instructor at the China People's Police Officer Academy in Beijing, China, combines the secrets of both the internal and external schools of Chinese martial arts to bring the reader an in-depth study and analysis of the art of chin na. Chin na specializes in the striking and seizing of vital points, grasping of tendons and blood vessels, and the locking of joints. Every major martial art in China utilizes the techniques of chin na and thus it is said that "chin na represents the essence of Chinese martial arts." This book is a must for all those interested in the essence of Chinese martial arts and those who wish to learn and incorporate joint locking and throwing techniques into their existing systems.

Tai chi chin na will help you include martial art grappling skills in your tai chi training. This book provides a solid and practical approach to learning specific techniques that flow from each movement, the proper hand forms to use when striking or pressing cavities, and the locations for targeting cavities on the body.--

Devoted to the most enigmatic and little-known aspect of training of Shaolin monks. Training methods allow supernatural abilites to develop, far beyond abilities of an ordinary man. The book was writen with the blessing and direct participation of the Head of the Shaolin Monastery Reverend Miao Xing, nicknamed "The Golden Arhat," one of the best Shaolin fighters of all times. These secret practices traditionally called "72 arts of Shaolin" or the essence of the Shaolin Combat Training.

This book explores Shaolin Chin Na by presenting 150 techniques with detailed instructions for teaching yourself.

Suitable for those new to nonlinear editing as well as experienced editors new to Final Cut Express, this book is an introduction to Apple's editing software package and the digital video format in general. You will come away with not only an in-depth knowledge of how to use Final Cut Express, but also a deeper understanding of the craft of editing and the underlying technical processes that will serve you well in future projects. Workflow, editing techniques, compositing, special effects, audio tools, and output are explained in clear, jargon-free terms. The book's emphasis is always on using Final Cut Express in the real world, and as such it is the only book to go beyond the interface to address crucial issues like proper setup, system configuration, hardware, the Mac operating system, what equipment to purchase, and troubleshooting common problems. Armed with this information, you will sidestep problems and complete projects of exceptional quality.

150 fast and effective joint locks and cavity strikes. Includes fundamental training.

Quotes from the masters: Ken Melbourne has connected many of the old techniques to new problems, to find new solutions for self defense. Sifu Winchell Ping Chiu Woo Grandmaster, Hung Gar Fu Hok President, International Brotherhood of Chinese Martial Artists Ken Melbourne is the real thing! Sensei Alan Cunningham - 10th dan, Taiho Jitsu President, American Taiho Jitsu Association Ken Melbourne is a Martial Arts genius! He is in the top ten martial artists I know! O-Sensei Philip S. Porter - 9th dan Judo President, United States Martial Arts Association Ken Melbourne can add real applications to anyones art! Sensei Kenneth Miarecki - 9th dan - Sen-I Ryu Budo Vice President, North American Grandmasters Council I would be indeed disappointed to learn that any of my followers had acquired the strength and skill to wrestle and then assumed the part of a bully. For a bully is at heart a coward. Earle Liederman (1886 1970) Taken from his book (1923) entitled: The Science of Wrestling and The Art of Jiu-Jitsu Some cause happiness wherever they go, others whenever they go. Oscar Wilde (1854 1900)