Kicking A*se, with Softness - Martial Arts in Beijing

Jonathan White | Sep 15, 2009 3:00 pm | 7 comments | 2622 reads

Combat has been around as long as time, and the East has given the world some of its more graceful techniques. Often shrouded in mysticism and linked with a code of honor, these martial arts are known to instill discipline as well as deadly force. Use what you were born with to get all Jackson Pollock over the canvas that is your opponent’s body.

Muay Thai
Literally translated as “Thai boxing,” the style is known as “The Art of Eight Limbs” for its use of the knees and elbows in addition to hands and feet. Provides outrageous physical conditioning.

Beijing Black Tiger Club Hero. Rm 110, Bldg D, Cable 8 Complex, Zhenzhi Lu (west of Wanda Plaza), Chaoyang District (8656 7818) www.blacktigerclub.com 朝阳区建国路郎家园8号尚8创意产业园D座110英雄馆(万达广场西侧)

Brazilian Jiu-jitsu
Developed in Brazil, funnily enough, after the “art of softness,” or “way of yielding” arrived there from Japan. Its ground style has made it a staple of Mixed Martial Arts competition.

Beijing Jiujitsu Academy. Rm 505, 5/F, Bldg 5, Kaixuancheng, 170 Beiyuan Lu, Chaoyang District (5129 5028, 138 0137 8214) www.baxiroushu.com 朝阳区北苑路170号凯旋城5座5层503室

Judo
They say “The Gentle Way” makes you grow. Do so by following founder Dr. Kano’s directives of allying “maximum efficiency” with “mutual benefit.”

Seidokan Beijing. Mon-Thu 9am-10.30pm, Sat 9am-10.30am. German Embassy School Beijing, 49A Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (135 2184 7587) www.judobeijing.com 朝阳区亮马桥路49号德国使馆学校

Kendo
The modern “way of the sword” is based on traditional Japanese swordsmanship, which may well come in handy at 3am in Sanlitun. Or not.

Beijing Kendo Club (call for schedule). 3-1 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (139 1177 1871) 朝阳区亮马桥路3-1号

Wing Chun
Made famous by Bruce Lee. Some lineages say that Wing Chun was created to be used on slippery surfaces like boats, and was actually developed on a traveling opera boat. Ideal for women and the small of stature.

Wing Chun Kung Fu class. Group, private and in-house classes available in and around Chaoyang District. Lessons can be taught in English, Chinese, German or Italian. Contact Lee Kwan Wah (131 2655 3900, wingchun.china@gmail.com)

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Cultural Keys's picture Cultural Keys Submitted by Guest on Wed, 02/19/2014 - 20:51

valentini wrote:

Hello,

does anyone know the NEW number of him:

Kendo
The modern “way of the sword” is based on traditional Japanese swordsmanship, which may well come in handy at 3am in Sanlitun. Or not.

Beijing Kendo Club (call for schedule). 3-1 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (139 1177 1871) 朝阳区亮马桥路3-1号

I tried to find the place but I couldn't!!!!

Couldn't find anything new, but try this site. It may help.

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Cultural Keys

valentini's picture valentini Submitted by Guest on Wed, 02/19/2014 - 20:33

Hello,

does anyone know the NEW number of him:

Kendo
The modern “way of the sword” is based on traditional Japanese swordsmanship, which may well come in handy at 3am in Sanlitun. Or not.

Beijing Kendo Club (call for schedule). 3-1 Liangmaqiao Lu, Chaoyang District (139 1177 1871) 朝阳区亮马桥路3-1号

I tried to find the place but I couldn't!!!!

Palladium's picture Palladium Submitted by Guest on Sat, 01/16/2010 - 12:10

Hello dear readers....I am LeeKwanWah and I teach Wing Chun...I am somewhat surprised to see my contact info here listed ....I NEVER POSTED THIS AD!!!...also...that is not me in that picture...doing that odd move.

I teach traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu...from a genuine lineage....i have nothing to do with Kicking ass or Marshmellow Kung Fu...I do my own thing - in my own way.

My ad is on the beijinger too - under the health section.

Jerry's picture Jerry Submitted by Guest on Tue, 09/15/2009 - 16:48

Yes - sad, indeed, if it were intended to be a comprehensive list of exclusively Chinese martial arts, which it was not.

Rest assured, a more comprehensive list will be in an upcoming agenda and on this site very soon.

Jerry Chan, Digital Marketing & Content Strategy Director

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