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Chinese Weapons: Halberd (Ji)
The Chinese halberd, or "Ji" (戟), stands as one of ancient China's most iconic and formidable polearms. For centuries, it dominated battlefields, equipped infantry, charioteers, and cavalry alike, evolving in design and purpose before transitioning into a symbol of authority and a treasured implement in traditional martial arts. Its unique construction, combining the features of a spear and an axe, offered a remarkable versatility that made it a highly effective weapon.

YMAA OrientSport
Aug 115 min read


Grandmaster Li, Mao-Ching Passes Away at 97: A Lifetime Dedicated to Martial Arts
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Grandmaster Li, Mao-Ching (李茂清) on July 6th, 2024. A revered teacher, devoted...

YMAA OrientSport
Jul 8, 20243 min read


The Day I Tried to Be Jackie Chan and Failed Miserably - new funny story
Have you ever tried to do something cool and ended up embarrassing yourself? Well, that’s what happened to me when I attempted to overcome..
Zibi Panasewicz
Jan 9, 20241 min read


Chinese Weapons: Nine Section Chain Whip vs Rope With Blade
The Nine Section Whip is a Chinese weapon that dates back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). It is a flexible weapon that consists of nine sec

YMAA OrientSport
Nov 10, 20233 min read


Chinese Weapons - The Double Hook Swords
The Double Hook Swords, also known as the Shuang Gou in Chinese, is a weapon that was popularized in China during the Ming dynasty. Its...
Zibi Panasewicz
May 25, 20232 min read


Kung Fu Chaos in London
Meet Jason, the clumsiest teenager in West London. One day, he decided to start practicing Kung Fu at YMAA OrientSport. Little did he know,

YMAA OrientSport
May 5, 20232 min read


Chinese Weapons - Spear vs Sword
The Chinese Spear and Chinese Sword are both traditional weapons that have been used for centuries in martial arts and warfare. While both w

YMAA OrientSport
Apr 24, 20234 min read
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