What happens when the art you have practised for twenty years is taken from you overnight?
After radical cancer surgery and a life-changing complication that permanently altered his mobility, S Y Kelake BSc (Hons) - a Tang Sou Dao martial artist of twenty years - had to learn to walk again. Years later, he discovered Bajiquan: an art that did not ask him to be what he was, but to work with what he had.
Bajiquan Unveiled is a comprehensive introduction to one of China's most powerful martial arts - its explosive techniques, deep philosophy, rich history, and remarkable relevance to any practitioner at any stage of life. Written with warmth, honesty, and hard-won insight, this book covers:
- The legendary origins of Bajiquan and its companion art, Pigua Zhang
- The philosophy of explosive power, rooting, and the return to centre
- Techniques, forms, training tools, and mental discipline
- Health benefits, Traditional Chinese Medicine integration, and wellness
- A deeply personal account of finding an art that adapts with you
Whether you are a seasoned martial artist or discovering Chinese martial arts for the first time, Bajiquan Unveiled offers both the depth of a serious study and the warmth of a personal journey. The art meets you where you are.