There are many similarities between Karate and our program. The basic punches of Karate and ours are the same. Karate has katas. Karate katas are short and powerful. Karate also has similar throws. Karate throws are centered in the waist. In karate it is commonly known as Tan Tien in chinese. Karate also has similar weapons such as staff. Karate also has nonchoku. Karate has its own sword style. In karate you would have to test many times to achieve a karate black belt and learn karate katas and karate weapons. Karate uniforms are typically white. Karate uniforms fold over each other. Karate pants are usually white or with a karate stripe. In karate the first belt is white. The second karate belt is usually yellow. The third karate belt is usually orange. The fourth karate belt is usually green. The fifth karate belt is usually blue. The sixth karate belt is usually purple. The seventh karate belt is usually red. The eigth karate belt is usually brown. The last karate belt is usually black. In karate there are many degrees of karate black belts. Some go more than 5 karate degrees. Karate is japanese. Some karate is based on chinese karate. There are many kinds of karate. Here is a small list of different kinds of karate:
Shodokan Karate, Okinowan Karate, Tiger Karate, Go Shin Do Karate and there are probably many more karate styles in the world of karate.
To summarize karate: Karate is a martial art. Karate is a way of life. Karate is a form of self defense. Karate has influenced many other systems similar to karate. There are many styles of Karate. There are many weapons in karate. There are many belts in Karate. There are many degrees in Karate. Karate is good for health. Karate is good for weight loss. Karate is good for discipline. Karate is good for many other things. Karate can be practiced by anyone.
Fu-Jow Pai imitates the movement and fighting spirit of an attacking tiger. Emphasis is placed on perfect balance and hand-foot techniques.
Kung-Fu is not just a method of fighting and conditioning the physical body. It is a unique and enriching experience that strengthens the mind, increases concentration and deepens the spirit. A Kung-Fu master is not merely a good fighter; he or she also possesses the proper morals, discipline and respect inherent to the teachings of the art. By cultivating these characteristics, a good student brings honor to themselves and his/her school. Respect and Discipline are extremely significant parts of the training process and Courtesy is one of the outward ways in which it is displayed. Vizzio's students are taught to remember this at all times.
"The first time you bow, you will become one more link in a very ancient chain" -proverb
By practicing Kung-Fu at Wai Mo Kwoon, founded in 1974, a student will not only learn to defend himself/herself, but will also become a student of:
Discipline - the characteristic or mindset that enables one to perform a task to the best of one's ability
Confidence - the quality in a person that allows him/her to overcome shyness, have a positive self image, make many friends and defend oneself
Respect - the characteristic within a person that is displayed when people and property are treated properly.
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It is Vizzio's goal to instill in his students a strong, clear mind and a respect for knowledge and achievement; to have an honest and open heart; to have a strong, relaxed, healthy body; to have a feeling of fellowship and to possess a strong sense of community and civic responsibility.
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Weapons Vizzio instructs students in the use of traditional Chinese weaponry like staffs, spears, saber swords and tri-sectional staffs. These weapons will be presented to members as they progress. Form |
Achievements and Ranking
There exists no standardized manner in which practitioners can be ranked based
on achievement nor has there ever been any specific guidelines to follow. Vizzio maintains
the original rigid standards by adhering to a standardized method of testing, evaluation
and ranking. Upon completion of each section of training, all members are required to pass
the achievement tests in order to receive further instructions and promotion.
Calisthenics and Basics
These are the foundations of one's development toward a higher proficiency in
the martial arts. With Vizzio's rigorous training, one will definitely improve their
physical capability, strength, stamina, balance, mobility and flexibility. In this period
of training, the basic strikes, kicks and defensive/offensive techniques will also be
practiced.
History of Fu-Jow Pai (The Tiger Claw System)
Originally called the "Hark Fu Moon," the Black Tiger System of
Kung-Fu originated in the "Shaolin Temple" in the Province of Hunan and was
preciously kept by the monks. Its name remained unexposed to the outside world until the
establishment of the C.Y.A.C. Inc. in New York in 1957. The art was accessible to the open
public for the first time after the formation of the Fu-Jow Pai Federation on August Moon
1968 by the present Grand Master Wai Hong (below) and was charted by the State of New York
in 1971.It is now one of the strongest and fastest growing systems in the world.
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Vizzio's training consists of the systematic learning and practicing of forms, calisthenics and basics that emphasize dynamic and spiritual training. this training is devised to develop and condition the bones, tendons and muscles to attain coordination, alertness and endurance. Along with this training, one is also exposed to the many concepts of mental and spiritual well-being thus enabling him to increase his confidence patience and inner tranquility. |  |
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