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Welcome to the world of Kung Fu. Kung Fu is a term that is used to identify Chinese style martial arts.
Because China is considered to be the traditional birth place of the martial arts; Kung Fu, therefore, is considered
to be the Grandfather of martial arts. The Academy of Self-Defense Kung Fu lineage can be traced to China in the 16th
century. However, Kung Fu is much more than a martial art as it extends far beyond its visible fighting and self-defense
techniques. Academy of Self-Defense members also develop mental and moral characteristics such as:
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These are the hidden values of Kung Fu, the unseen qualities that lead one to a fuller and happier way of life.
The word “Kung Fu” literally translated means “Skill achieved through hard work”
We feel that learning Kung Fu is dependent upon 3 Factors:
- Natural Ability
- Patience
- Instruction
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The first factor, Natural Ability, determines how quickly an individual can learn. The slower learner need not be
discouraged because the second factor is Patience. The third factor, Instruction is our responsibility and the
Academy of Self-Defense has trained many National Champions. So, given time, patience and proper instruction, even
the slowest learner can become proficient in Kung Fu. This ancient saying tells one how to achieve success:
“If you cannot perform that which has been studied, do not consider the matter ended. If another man achieves success
with one effort, use ten. If another succeeds with a hundred efforts, use a thousand. By persevering in this way, even
the slow of mind can become intelligent…. and a weak man can become strong.”
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So let us say once again, “Welcome,” to a world of hard work. A world that is ancient but very much alive.
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