SEPTEMBER

Welcome to the Ealing Nam Pai Chuan Website. Nam Pai Chuan (North South Fist) is a traditional and pragmatic martial art based primarily on the old Shaolin Lohan style of Kung Fu called Fut Gar (Buddhist Fist). This site has been set up to promote classes taught in Ealing, West London. It also provides a basic resource of current and historical information about the system, both locally and internationally.

The next free introductory classes for new students will take place on Tuesday 5th October. If interested in attending please contact the instructor for further details. Adults and children welcome.

EALING 2010

During October there will be an introduction to the double edged straight sword. In Chinese folklore, it is known as "The Gentleman of Weapons" and is considered one of the four major Shaolin weapons, Sword training raises the spirit to a higher level of awareness and focus. This seminar will give you an opportunity to learn fundamental techniques, solo drills, and two person matching practice for straight sword training. There will be detailed instruction and correction of every fundamental movement, with time for specific applications and some freestyle work.

AGILITY TRAINING

This June agility training returned, photos available in the gallery. Beginner level agility training and body conditioning. A unique blend of basic parkour skills, free running, form and chi kung. Agility in this case refers to developing sure footed ease of movement, similar to that of a mature cat. One technique of enhancing your ability to move with agility is to practice your forms on variety of surfaces in varying conditions. Different surfaces require more attention to stepping and sometimes a different approach. On the flat wooden floor of the training hall you can slide your foot to a new position, skimming just millimetres above the surface. On rough grassland this isn't possible and each step must become more deliberate with the foot lifted well above obstacles.

This session was an introduction to form practice on challenging terrain and exercises to help develop coordination and confidence in movement.

SI GUNG ON TOUR 2009

Last year our Grandmaster, Quek Hen Choon, visited London with some of his senior students to teach a week long course in London. In his mid 80s, his strength, finesse and charisma has to be seen and felt to be believed, a truly inspiring teacher. Training was intense as expected and carried out in a traditional manner twice every day. We were privileged to be taught several old Shaolin sets and some rare Chi Kung exercises. The trip proved a great success and memorable experience for all involved. Video footage can be downloaded from the gallery.