This course provides step by step instruction in performing the ancient Chinese health exercises called Moo Pahl Dan Kuhm for Korean martial artists, and Ba Duan Jin for Chinese stylists. The exercises focus on breath and movement to stretch and strengthen the body, similar to Indian Yoga. All age groups can benefit from these exercises, but are of particular interest to the more mature generations as they are low impact and help increase range of motion. These same exercises are practiced by Tai Chi, Qigong, and other internal Chinese martial artists. In this course you will learn:
- Basic history
- Basics of diaphrametic breathing
- 8 Moo Pahl Dan Kuhm exercises found in Moo Duk Kwan martial arts schools.
- 8 Ba Duan Jin exercises more commonly taught in Tai Chi programs.
- 1 30-minute Moo Pahl Dan Kuhm uninterrupted class to enjoy over and over again.
- 1 Special Seminar that unlocks the military applications of these ancient breathing exercises to improve your physical performance.
There is also a downloadable PDF that outlines the 8 Ba Duan Jin exercises.
Course Curriculum
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PreviewKi Gong Handout
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PreviewIntroduction (0:59)
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PreviewMoo Pahl Dan Kuhm 1 (4:13)
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StartMoo Pahl Dan Kuhm 2 (3:05)
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StartMoo Pahl Dan Kuhm 3 (2:24)
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StartMoo Pahl Dan Kuhm 4 (2:07)
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StartMoo Pahl Dan Kuhm 5 (3:05)
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StartMoo Pahl Dan Kuhm 6 (3:09)
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StartMoo Pahl Dan Kuhm 7 (3:44)
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StartMoo Pahl Dan Kuhm 8 (1:26)
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StartFull Set (8:26)
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StartIntroduction (7:42)
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StartSupport the Heavens (2:57)
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StartDraw the Bow (3:19)
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StartRaise the Hand (2:21)
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StartLooking Backward (1:38)
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StartSwinging the Head and Tail (1:24)
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StartHold the Feet (2:13)
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StartPunching with Angry Eyes (2:11)
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StartShake the Back (0:49)
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StartFull Series (7:12)
Your Instructor
Brian Corrales brings over 30 years of martial arts experiences in his courses. He is highly respected in the martial arts community for his pursuit of excellence. His background is in the late Hwang Kee's Moo Duk Kwan system of martial arts known as Soo Bahk Do and Tang Soo Do. This includes principles found within Okinawan Karate, Tan Tui, Ba Duan Jin, Tai Chi, Kwon Bup (as found in the Moo Yei Do Bo Tong Ji). This same style is one of the dominant elements of modern-day Tae Kwon Do.
In 2010, Brian participated in the infamous Ko Dan Ja Shim Sa, an 8-day Masters Test in the mountains of California in 2008 and again in Switzerland in 2013. He is currently a 6th Dan (6th degree black belt equivalent) in the art of Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan and holds Dan #36364. He is also a certified Sa Bom, designating him as a “master model” instructor. This is the highest level of teaching certification that Soo Bahk Do offers.
Brian is currently appointed by Kwan Jang Nim HC Hwang as a member of the USA Technical Advisory Committee of the US Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Federation. Brian is a seeker of knowledge and his classes given unique insight that he has acquired from his diversity of training.