Kung Fu is a kind of generic name for all Chinese martial arts. And there’s a big difference between different forms of Kung Fu. But does Kung Fu have belts? Belts are used in some Kung Fu styles, such as Shaolin Kung Fu, to indicate the level of skill and experience of the practitioner. Other … Read more
Kung Fu is the name for ALL forms and styles of Chinese martial arts. As such there are hundreds of different styles of Kung Fu to choose from. But what is the best Kung Fu style? The overall best Kung Fu style for self-defense is Wing Chun which is what Bruce Lee initially practiced. Wing … Read more
A lot of martial arts look alike. But while the motions and the uniforms may seem similar, there are actually a lot of differences between Karate and Kung Fu. Let’s look at 9 key differences between Kung Fu vs Karate. Kung Fu, from China, is a term for all Chinese martial arts including Tai Chi … Read more
If you live somewhere where street fights are common, you may have considered learning a martial art. And since the 1970s, the Chinese martial art of Kung Fu is one of the most widely known. But, can Kung Fu be used in a real fight? Certain forms of Kung Fu can be used in a … Read more
Thanks to Bruce Lee, everyone started hearing about Kung Fu. And these days everyone loves learning stuff online. This might leave you wondering, can I learn Kung Fu at home? It is possible to learn Kung Fu at home through YouTube videos, online classes, or courses. But a practice dummy is recommended to better understand … Read more
Tai Chi is one of the few martial arts done almost totally alone without a partner. This would seemingly make it ideal for learning and practicing at home. But is it possible to learn Tai Chi on your own? It is easy to learn the specific movements of Tai Chi without taking an in-person class. … Read more
Tai Chi, Wing Chun, Jeet Kune Do, and others are highly popular Chinese martial arts. But some are obviously better for self-defense than others, so overall, how effective are Chinese martial arts? The vast majority of Chinese martial arts are not effective if one is looking for a self-defense system that is adaptable and reliable. … Read more
Kung Fu was the original martial art to gain popularity in the west. But there are dozens of different styles, and some styles look brutal. So, is Kung Fu safe? On the whole, Kung Fu is safe, particularly gentler styles of Kung Fu such as Tai Chi. The styles more likely to result in injury … Read more
Kung Fu, at one point, was the most popular martial art in the US. And it was the martial art initially practiced by martial art icon Bruce Lee. But is Kung Fu offensive or defensive? Kung Fu is actually a collective term for a variety of Chinese fighting styles, with some styles, such as Tai … Read more
I’ve trained with a Black Belt in Aikido, but I’ve also done Tai Chi for a few years. And while both have a peaceful and spiritual component, they are also very different. Let’s compare Aikido vs. Tai Chi. Both Tai Chi and Aikido are soft martial arts. But Aikido, with joint locks and throws, is … Read more