Seven-star Mantis Insert Hammer Technical Routine by Master Shi Dejun DVD
LECTURER: Shi Dejun
SKUDW110-04
SUBTITLEEnglish / Chinese
TIME44.0
Index: Seven-star Mantis Insert Hammer Technical Routine by Master Shi Dejun DVD // Shaolin Temple / Fa-Jin // Combat Mechanics
Shaolin Seven-Star Mantis Quan Insert Hammer Technical Routine Featuring Explosive Striking And Close-Range Combat Tactics By Master Shi Dejun
Index: Seven-star Mantis Insert Hammer Technical Routine by Master Shi Dejun DVD // Shaolin Temple / Fa-Jin // Combat Mechanics
Authentic Lineage Preservation
●Master the high-intensity Insert Hammer technical routine.
●Learn the explosive striking mechanics of Seven-star Mantis.
●Develop rapid hand-foot coordination for close-range combat.
●Professional Shaolin lineage guidance for advanced practitioners.
Enhance your practice with deep technical insights into wushu.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT
The 'Insert Hammer' (Cha Chui) routine is one of the most robust and striking-oriented sets within the Seven-star Mantis (Qi Xing Tang Lang Quan) system. Tracing its lineage back to the founder Wang Lang and his subsequent integration into the Shaolin Temple's curriculum, Cha Chui represents the 'Hard' side of the Mantis art. While other routines may focus on simian agility, 'Insert Hammer' emphasizes the 'Mantis Capturing Cicada' power—direct, forceful, and unrelenting. Master Shi Dejun, a 31st generation Shaolin disciple and a National Top Ten Coach, presents this routine as a definitive study in 'Integral Power'. Historically, Cha Chui was used to develop the 'Hammer-like' striking force required to penetrate an opponent's defenses in close-quarters combat, maintaining the rigorous standards of the Shaolin Mantis tradition.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The 'Insert Hammer' routine is characterized by its 'Forthright Rhythm' and 'Compact Structure'. It focuses on 'Long and Short Actions' (Chang Duan Hu Yong), where long-range entries are immediately followed by short-range 'Hammering' strikes. The Technical Routine incorporates the signature 'Seven-star' hand methods: Hook, Grab, Twine, and Close (Gou Lou Chan Feng). These are executed with a 'Cohesive Choreography' that emphasizes 'Hand and Foot Synchronization'. The routine is designed to be 'Most Changeful', training the practitioner to switch between defensive trapping and offensive striking without any break in momentum. Master Shi Dejun provides a meticulous breakdown of the 'Fluid Structure', ensuring that the student understands the 'Combat Application' (Shi Zhan Ji Ji) of each explosive maneuver.
BIOMECHANICAL PRINCIPLES
The biomechanics of 'Insert Hammer' focus on 'Body-Fist Integration' (身拳合一) and the generation of 'Fa-Jin' (Explosive Power) through a unified kinetic chain. Power is generated from the 'Dantian' and transmitted through the 'Seven-star' points of the body—head, shoulders, elbows, hands, hips, knees, and feet. The 'Hammering' strikes require a specific 'Integral Strength' (Jing Zheng), where the entire body's mass is concentrated into the point of impact. This DVD provides deep insights into the 'Twining and Closing' mechanics, teaching the student how to use the waist and spine to generate 'Short Power' (Cun Jin). The biomechanical efficiency of Cha Chui lies in its ability to maintain 'Rooted Stability' while delivering high-frequency strikes, a hallmark of the authentic Shaolin Mantis lineage.
COMBAT STRATEGY AND UTILITY
Strategically, 'Insert Hammer' is a masterclass in 'Unrelenting Pressure'. The strategy involves using the 'Hook and Grab' methods to 'Adhere and Follow' (Zhan Nian Lian Sui) the opponent's limbs, creating an opening to 'Insert' a decisive hammer strike. Master Shi Dejun explains the 'Chai Zhao' (dismantling) of the routine, showing how to neutralize an opponent's guard and deliver penetrating strikes to vital areas. The tactical focus is on 'Simultaneous Attack and Defense', ensuring that the practitioner is always protected while on the offensive. This DVD is an essential resource for serious students of Wushu who wish to master the 'Profound and Practical' striking heritage of the Seven-star Mantis lineage, offering a professional pathway to technical mastery and combative excellence.
The 'Insert Hammer' (Cha Chui) routine is one of the most robust and striking-oriented sets within the Seven-star Mantis (Qi Xing Tang Lang Quan) system. Tracing its lineage back to the founder Wang Lang and his subsequent integration into the Shaolin Temple's curriculum, Cha Chui represents the 'Hard' side of the Mantis art. While other routines may focus on simian agility, 'Insert Hammer' emphasizes the 'Mantis Capturing Cicada' power—direct, forceful, and unrelenting. Master Shi Dejun, a 31st generation Shaolin disciple and a National Top Ten Coach, presents this routine as a definitive study in 'Integral Power'. Historically, Cha Chui was used to develop the 'Hammer-like' striking force required to penetrate an opponent's defenses in close-quarters combat, maintaining the rigorous standards of the Shaolin Mantis tradition.
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
The 'Insert Hammer' routine is characterized by its 'Forthright Rhythm' and 'Compact Structure'. It focuses on 'Long and Short Actions' (Chang Duan Hu Yong), where long-range entries are immediately followed by short-range 'Hammering' strikes. The Technical Routine incorporates the signature 'Seven-star' hand methods: Hook, Grab, Twine, and Close (Gou Lou Chan Feng). These are executed with a 'Cohesive Choreography' that emphasizes 'Hand and Foot Synchronization'. The routine is designed to be 'Most Changeful', training the practitioner to switch between defensive trapping and offensive striking without any break in momentum. Master Shi Dejun provides a meticulous breakdown of the 'Fluid Structure', ensuring that the student understands the 'Combat Application' (Shi Zhan Ji Ji) of each explosive maneuver.
BIOMECHANICAL PRINCIPLES
The biomechanics of 'Insert Hammer' focus on 'Body-Fist Integration' (身拳合一) and the generation of 'Fa-Jin' (Explosive Power) through a unified kinetic chain. Power is generated from the 'Dantian' and transmitted through the 'Seven-star' points of the body—head, shoulders, elbows, hands, hips, knees, and feet. The 'Hammering' strikes require a specific 'Integral Strength' (Jing Zheng), where the entire body's mass is concentrated into the point of impact. This DVD provides deep insights into the 'Twining and Closing' mechanics, teaching the student how to use the waist and spine to generate 'Short Power' (Cun Jin). The biomechanical efficiency of Cha Chui lies in its ability to maintain 'Rooted Stability' while delivering high-frequency strikes, a hallmark of the authentic Shaolin Mantis lineage.
COMBAT STRATEGY AND UTILITY
Strategically, 'Insert Hammer' is a masterclass in 'Unrelenting Pressure'. The strategy involves using the 'Hook and Grab' methods to 'Adhere and Follow' (Zhan Nian Lian Sui) the opponent's limbs, creating an opening to 'Insert' a decisive hammer strike. Master Shi Dejun explains the 'Chai Zhao' (dismantling) of the routine, showing how to neutralize an opponent's guard and deliver penetrating strikes to vital areas. The tactical focus is on 'Simultaneous Attack and Defense', ensuring that the practitioner is always protected while on the offensive. This DVD is an essential resource for serious students of Wushu who wish to master the 'Profound and Practical' striking heritage of the Seven-star Mantis lineage, offering a professional pathway to technical mastery and combative excellence.
Master Shi Dejun
Biographical Profile: Shi Dejun
A Contemporary Shaolin Practitioner of Chan, Wushu, and Medicine
Shi Dejun, a 31st-generation disciple of the Shaolin Temple, is a distinguished representative and promoter of contemporary Shaolin Chan-Wu-Yi (Zen, Martial Arts, and Medicine) culture. He is not only a master of traditional Shaolin martial arts but also possesses profound expertise in Zen meditation and Shaolin traumatology. He is a steadfast practitioner of the Shaolin philosophy: "entering Zen through martial arts and aiding the world through medicine."
Martial Arts Background: Zen Heart and Martial Courage
Master Shi Dejun entered Shaolin at a young age, systematically mastering traditional forms (such as Xiao Hong Quan and Lao Hong Quan), combat techniques, and various secret weapons. He emphasizes the "origin" of Wushu, advocating that high-intensity martial training is a vehicle for tempering the mind and character. His expertise in traditional Shaolin Hard Qigong and internal cultivation is reflected in his powerful and robust movements, embodying the fierce spirit of Shaolin’s direct and forceful combat style.
Legacy and Contribution: Global Apostle of Chan-Wushu Culture
Master Shi Dejun is dedicated to bringing Shaolin culture to the global stage. He has led numerous delegations abroad for cultural exchange and instruction, promoting the Shaolin Chan-Wu lifestyle worldwide. Beyond physical techniques, he teaches Zen meditation and wellness principles, achieving a true trinity of Martial Arts, Zen, and Medicine. He has chaired the compilation of several works on Shaolin Wushu, making significant contributions to the preservation of Shaolin as an intangible cultural heritage.
Artistic Style: Brave, Authentic, and Spiritually Profound
His martial performance is vigorous and awe-inspiring, with every movement reflecting the sincerity and determination of a dedicated practitioner. For him, Wushu is more than physical exercise; it is a form of "meditation in motion." Advocating for "compassion as the foundation and martial arts as the protector of virtue," his profound Zen foundation infuses his movements with a transcendental and spiritual aura.
HERITAGE ARCHIVE: This instructional media is part of the Chinoiserie2008 Traditional Wushu Collection. Our mission is to preserve the authentic lineage and technical standards of Chinese martial arts through systematic digital documentation.
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