The Origins of Xingyi Quan: Ji Jike, Yue Fei and the Making of a Martial Tradition
Who created Xingyi Quan? A translated Chinese martial arts magazine article by Wu Dianke and Wu Lianru examines the claims surrounding Bodhidharma, Yue Fei and Ji Jike. Byron Jacobs adds historical commentary on Shaolin connections, disputed manuscripts and the development of civilian boxing from spear methods.
Clumsy Yet Agile: The Bear in Dai Family Xinyi and Hebei Xingyi Quan
Outwardly calm, inwardly powerful—the Bear Shape reveals closely related principles in Dai family Xinyi and Hebei Xingyi Quan. Read a complete translation of Dong Liyi’s article alongside excerpts from Dragon Body, Tiger Spirit, exploring body coordination, contraction and expansion, and the interchange of rising and falling.
