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The Rope Dart: Complex yet Accessible for All





The rope dart is one of the most highly regarded weapons in the Chinese Martial Arts it is renowned for its complexity and the high level of skill required to wield with proficiency, however, it is not a weapon that is reserved for the martial elite - anyone can learn the art of the rope dart regardless of age, size, shape, or martial experience.




It is said that this weapon was first used by General Du Mu of the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC - 24 AD) to dismount General Cheng Peng from his horse. Other sources claim that the earliest record of the rope dart is from the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD). Regardless, it is universally acknowledged that this weapon has had a long history. The secret to its longevity lies in its practical simplicity - a projectile weapon that is retrievable and instantly reusable.



Rope dart resources





rope dart instructional Dvd



The only secrets are persistence and acceptance that there will be bruises along the way! Learn the fundamental rope dart techniques with Eric Shou-Li Yao in this world renowned video.



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rope dart : the kung fu weapon



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by Eric Shou-Li Yao


Published by Chan Sheung Kee Book Company (Hong Kong) in 2005, now out-of-print. The book illustrates 27 techniques with over 260 photos, and with text in both English and Chinese.




soft weapons - nine-section whip and rope dart (1996 First Ed.)


by Li Keqin and Li Xingdong


In addition to giving a brief account of the origin, kinds, uses and development of 'soft weapons', this book is devoted to the basic knowledge, routines and practice methods of two of the most popular ones - the nine-section whip and rope dart.


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