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origin of Ya Quan, or Duck fist, is commonly attributed to a
Taoist master of the Tang Dynasty who lived on Emei Mountain
in Sichuan. The Taoist master was named Liu Ya and he raised
ducks. This style was developed from his careful observation
of the ducks under his care. Despite its unusual appearance,
Duck fist is recognised as any effective combat method. In
fact, during the end of the Qing dynasty, one of the most
proficient fighters and professional bodyguards from the
northern province of Liaoning, master Zhang Si Sun, was very
famous in Duck fist. Duck fist is another form of imitative
boxing. The Duck fist fighter waddles instead of walks, yet
this strange footwork conceals devastating kicks. The arms
flap as well, which can be applied as defensive techniques
similar to the styles of Crane fist. Today, Duck fist style
practised in the provinces of Tianjin and Jilin and around
Tangshan. |
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