Staff: Kung Fu Weapon of Skill (Book and DVD)

This book shows, from its first pages, essentials of the Kung Fu staff rarely published in English. This material can deepen the practice of any staff player. Many martial artists learn this or that staff form, but either never explore the real usage of the weapon or think of its as a springboard to learning fancier, more "exciting" weapons. Long-time instructor, Ted Mancuso, makes the case for the staff as a crucial instrument for any martial artist.

Flavor, basics and fundamentals of staff work

Hundreds of photos

Two part system: DVD shows the moves; book explains details and fine points

Narrative Instruction

Orbits practice

Partner routines

Good for beginning to intermediate student

History and representation in fact, legends and fiction

Staff names in Chinese

Clarified training methods (ring the bell, etc) & important techniques to increase your skill

Moves backed by text, like being in a class with a teacher

Thoroughly detailed form instruction

Very accessible, you can learn from this text

Basic strikes and form in lesson-by-lesson breakdown

Intermediate level Long Fist form

Good performance set

Incorporated principles and theories