Historically, the spade was a practical tool carried by traveling monks (Xing Jiao) for road repair and the burial of animals, embodying the Buddhist commitment to compassion and labor. However, it was also refined into a formidable defensive weapon, capable of keeping multiple attackers at a distance. This instructional program is presented by Master Shi Deyang, a 31st-generation successor of Shaolin Kung Fu and a world-renowned authority on the temple's traditional arts. Master Shi is a primary guardian of the 'Original Boxing Tree,' ensuring that the technical purity and historical heritage of this unique lineage are preserved. The Convenience Spade represents the Shaolin philosophy of transforming everyday objects into tools for both spiritual cultivation and self-defense, offering a rare link to the daily lives of ancient warrior monks. The choreography is a Fluid Structure that emphasizes extensive postures and a compact structural frame. Master Shi Deyang provides a meticulous breakdown of the core methods, showing how the spade utilizes its heavy head and long shaft to sweep, block, and strike. A defining feature of this Form & Applications is the 'Forceful Vigor' and 'Heroic Spirit' that the practitioner must embody.
Lecturer: Shi Deyang
Format: MP4
Language: Chinese | Subtitle: English
Duration: 46'00"
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