Gradually we will add more and more training equipment (read The basic equipment for training in 6DKF) but for the first day of practice, you can start simply with:
A comfortable T-shirt
Long socks (to wear over the trousers up to the knees) to avoid treading on the hem
Comfortable trousers that do not limit in any way the opening of your legs (this is not secondary)
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A note by Master Kongling – You cannot imagine the difference that can make the last tip: I have seen “instructors” lose their split due to the wrong trousers. To deepen this topic read Martial arts: how to choose the right clothing.
For now, do not buy anything, use what you already have.
A dress is a dress, we also have an official uniform but it is only a symbol for official events (graduations, exhibitions, etc.), Kung Fu is not in a place, in a weapon or in a dress, it is in your heart and in your mind.
A note by Master Kongling – The only valid reasons to wear a uniform are: to demonstrate respect for the instructor or the practice, to enter in a training mood and / or to help your motivation (read Motivation: from passion to self-discipline).
A place to train
You need one or more places to train (“guan”) and these places must respond to the following needs (read How to train without risks):
Completely safe (no obstacles, no sharp things, no dangerous floors, no fragile objects, etc.)
Away and free from distractions and external disturbances (entertainment, smartphones, unwanted people, etc.)
Accessible every day without any issue (at any meteorological conditions, at the right time, etc.)
Not necessarily big but, for now, not too small (for the first individual training you need at least a 4x4m completely empty / free room)
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A note by Master Kongling – When a practitioner has developed the right spatial intelligence (read The most important skill in combat) can train even with a 9-section chain whip (read The Shaolin 9 Section Chain Whip) in a small room and with a lot of unstable obstacles but for now, this is uselessly dangerous.
A time to train
From the beginning, you have to find a space (preferably fixed during the day) to train 6 times a week (no excuses). It is not important that it is 15 minutes or 4 hours (read Tips on how to stretch our training times), the important thing, for now, is that it has to be a constant (read How to train with perseverance):
Whatever mood you may have…
Whatever level of stress you may reach…
Whatever tiredness you may feel…
Whatever external commitment you may have…
Whatever happens…
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There will always be something to distract you, something more useful, more interesting, more important, more inevitable: it does not matter.
A note by Master Kongling – A small trick: put an “x” on the calendar only after the end of each training session, this way you will give material concreteness to your pledge.
The real (formative) goal is to understand that time is precious and should never be wasted.
The primary goal for a beginner The first goal we have to think of is to learn to train every day. If we are beginners, it is totally wrong to start focusing our efforts on reaching advanced martial skills: it is simply impossible (and counterproductive). If (as many do) we let ourselves be enchanted by […]
Kung Fu vs MMA: the replies to your most asked questions The questions we are going to see have been asked by you (from our Patreon Core Course): Note – This article has been asked by one of our Core Course practitioners on Patreon (see how to attend our home study classes here Learn Kung Fu […]
At the base of ground fighting In this chapter, we will start to work on the fundamental capabilities that any practitioner needs to possess to face ground fighting (read Ground fighting). Note – This article has been asked by one of our Core Course practitioners on Patreon (see how to attend our home study classes […]
Master yourself through preparation, discipline, and concentration The 6 Dragons Kung Fu (shortened 6DKF) is at the same time: Note – This article has been asked by one of our Core Course practitioners on Patreon (see how to attend our home study classes here Learn Kung Fu online: a beginner-to-expert course). The 6 Dragons Kung Fu […]
The fundamental aspects to understand Chin Na’s effectiveness After understanding what Chin Na techniques are (read Chin Na), let’s see their basic learning requirements. Note – This article has been asked by one of our Core Course practitioners on Patreon (see how to attend our home study classes here Learn Kung Fu online: a beginner-to-expert course). […]
Our home study premium path: the Core Course The basics: How to start: your martial growth Important: before starting any training (and ours, despite being very gradual, can be very intense), you have to ask your family doctor (do all the exams he / she recommends). If you are a minor in your country, you […]
Martial arts fast tips: defensive footwork, move smart and stay safe You have to learn to master balance and footwork to evade attacks effectively. Pivot, shuffle and angle yourself to control the fight’s rhythm.
Martial arts fast tips: exploit timing to strike You have to learn to anticipate opponents’ moves and counter swiftly. How? Learn to recognize the openings to turn their attacks into opportunities for your own strike.
Martial arts fast tips: energy efficiency, preserve and dominate If you don’t train every day for several hours, don’t waste even the minimum energy on unnecessary movements. Use your resources efficiently, for useful strikes and a lasting defense: let fatigue the adversar.
Martial arts fast tips: basic ground fighting techniques, a secret treasure Learn the basic submission holds and escapes. Against a normal person, even if you are not an expert, grappling skills will give you an overwhelming advantage on the ground.
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