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Kung Fu champion Zak Song rates seven spear and staff fight scenes in movies, such as "Ip Man," for realism.
Song discusses the accuracy of spear and staff scenes in "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" (2000), featuring Michelle Yeoh; "Ip Man" (2008), starring Donnie Yen; and "Fearless" (2006), with Jet Li. He also comments on the acrobatic and striking techniques in "Pacific Rim" (2013) and "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings" (2021), starring Simu Liu. Song analyzes the tactics displayed in "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace" (1999) and "Hand of Death" (1976).
Song is a champion martial artist and has been teaching kung fu and wushu for over 26 years. Song won a gold medal at the 2003 Chinese National Kung-Fu/Wushu/Sanda Competition. He also won the Oceania Kung-Fu Wushu Championships in the modern wushu forms and weapons categories in 2014 as well as winning the New Zealand Kung-Fu Wushu Championships in both traditional kung fu (hand forms) and modern wushu (short weapons) categories in 2012.
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@MasterSongKungFu Год назад

I'm Zak Song. thanks for the lovely comments everyone 🥰

@Archer957 Год назад

This was a fantastic review. I love that you didn't let the movie magic get in the way either and even Incorporated it into your analysis

@jakechecolinski5929 Год назад

I always wanted to hear from the spear side about spear versus sword. That's an argument that many people make. That sword always beats spear.

@MasterSongKungFu Год назад

@@Archer957 Thanks. I can break the moves 😀😀

@MasterSongKungFu Год назад

@@jakechecolinski5929 it is not the weapon, its really depends on who is using the weapon.

@antonellocastangia543 Год назад

I'm your subscriber. You are good Shifu🙇‍♂️

@Lydia-dd9bo Год назад

"I move it around and you get confused and then I STAB AT YOU!" Lmaooo I love him

@phunk8607 Год назад

Thats what he said

@Nick-dx2pt Год назад

@@phunk8607 disgusting 🤮🤮🤮

@adriantorres7315 Год назад

I do like the way he said it too!

@aidenwallin3523 Год назад

It's too bad the captions missed that part. With his accent, his "at" sounds more like "a", which you can hear, but the captions didn't quite catch. He'll say "... then I stab at you", and the captions get "...then I stab you", which luckily has basically the same meaning. His English really is very good, and his enthusiasm is contagious so you don't really need the almost perfect captions to understand what he's saying.

@bryanjames7528 Год назад

I give his reaction 10/10. Very realistic

@monamodienock4405 Год назад

He is not a hater

@UnicornMeat512 Год назад

Very good choreography

@davetalbert8387 Год назад

If you know comment-fu, you can comment like this very easily. No problem at all.

@clementlee9581 Год назад

His comment is very easy to use. Very human.

@YichengLi Год назад

Is no prablem.

@pauljmn9135 Год назад

Funny how he keeps his focus on the issue at hand and does not let the movie magic get in the way. Very good job

@Dev.L Год назад

I agree with OP. He's very fluent in English and I can definitely understand him, but speaking in his native tongue definetly allows him to elaborate and articulate much more. I'm guessing either he chose to speak English for convenience for the viewers, or he speaks an obscure dialect that was hard to find a translator for, though I'm sure he'd still know Mandarin very well which is why I'd lean towards the former than the latter.

@nastang87xx Год назад

He may have insisted on speaking English too. These practitioners in their culture are a very honorable but also proud people and don't back down from a challenge to accommodate. Their foundations of life itself are service to others and dedication to craft.

@solfeo8905 Год назад

For sure even for something as fantastical as the duel from ‘The phantom menace’-it’s handy for perspective now to picture Maul as having used a staff instead of a sword against the two jedi

@dpslfg Год назад

This man is so positive and generous with his ratings. We all need someone in our corner like him. 10/10 guy.

@obi-wan-jacobi840 Год назад

It makes sense that a lot of these would be rated high since they’re often real martial artists doing their own choreography.

@cielo_ciel_ Год назад

Well most of the choreography seen here were done by even better martial artists so of course

@juanduenas1943 Год назад

Lol If he doesn't the CCP will start taking his rights away. Look up what happens to Chinese who are critical of Chinese martial arts. 😬👍

@silveryfeather208 4 месяца назад

Why don't we have this for other things :( like movies get medical stuff wrong...@@cielo_ciel_

@ProsperoIN Год назад

Man like a superhero himself. Whatever movie magic you throw at him, it’s all possible and doable for him

@1ch0 Год назад

@reelgesh51 Год назад

lmao - Honestly loved him

@ladbible_p Год назад

Hahaha

@joaopc94 Год назад

Train for 26 years like he did and just maybe it will be possible for you too :)

@adibrahman3321 Год назад

26 years if constant training is no joke

@shuang7877 Год назад

He's been teaching for 26 years. Apparently picking up wushu makes one immortal as he looks 21

@RoxasLov3r4Ev3r Год назад

Lol what?? He barely looks 26 himself 😂😂😂😂 I thought they found some college kid enthusiast....

@Namyag2357 Год назад

Clearly he picked up wushu when he was -5 years old.

@jackdorseysdisappointedfather Год назад

My defense mechanisms refuse to allow me to believe you.😥

@lucianestridge7964 Год назад

Kenny parez

@QYXP Год назад

He actually has been teaching for 226, he missed out the 200 to not give the game away

@RaidenWarbound Год назад

This is my Shifu here in Christchurch, New Zealand! Haha! This is awesome! I’m still learning my forms constantly and at times, he’ll get me to teach the kids the basic forms which is a great opportunity for me to see how far I’ve gone and how precise my movements are! He really is the real deal peeps and is EXACTLY how he is in real life: kind, energetic, caring, spiritual, philosophical and loves Kung Fu movies like we all do! His favourite is Scorpion Warrior/ Operation Scorpion!

@JesssL Год назад

Thanks for sharing, really nice to hear 🤗

@m.l.b.2908 Год назад

Christchurch? No way! I lived there for a decade or so, mostly South Brighton and P-Town but started out in St Albans. I moved back to the North Island just before the September quake. I loved his reviews. If his energy is like this all the time he must be an epic teacher.

@hajjabubba2293 Год назад

shud do maurakau.

@fernlibra9737 11 месяцев назад

I'm a Kiwi, that was surprising to see. He has such a chill nature and he's got great vibes it's no surprise he has a New Zealander aura about him. I honestly haven't met many enthusiastic Chinese men who capture you with their spirit alone. A teacher who people actually enjoy learning from, so awesome

@Qwuiet 10 месяцев назад

Lucky you!!

@scipioafricanus2649 Год назад

I just love seeing all the people making fun of the guy saying, "its very realistic" to every scene without understanding that the vast majority of the movies picked for this video are classic Chinese kungfu movies with excellent choreography with actors and actresses that have trained extensively in multiple wushu styles, masters in their own rights.

@porkcutlet3920 Год назад

He's also saying they're realistic as in doable in real life, but not practical in a fight.

@bostonrailfan2427 Год назад

and in the ones that are not actually martial arts movies he’s harsher…ironically he criticizes his colleague Ray Park who has trained in the sport for as long as him 🤣

@christopherwilson88 7 месяцев назад

Jet Li was a national wushu champion in China, and iirc Donnie Yen's mother, who trained him, is also a recognized kung fu master. Zhang Ziyi also underwent rigorous training for her many wuxia cinema roles, but Michelle Yeoh had no formal martial arts training, relying on her dance training to get the choreography right in CTHD (she also spoke no Chinese, and had to memorize her lines phonetically). Tony Leung trained for four years with wing chun masters to prepare for The Grandmaster, but Simu Liu had only minimal training before Shang Chi.

@guinie1181 22 дня назад

@@bostonrailfan2427 i dont think you understand the extent and difference in training.

@trefoli1658 Год назад

I'm only halfway through the vid but I have to say, I adore his energy and how clearly he manages to get these points about spear combat across (speaking as a layman)! I didn't think I'd be smiling so much at a fight scene breakdown like this, I love this so much

@hao9508 Год назад

Same he lifts my spirit for some reason.

@phoenixboygaming9981 5 месяцев назад

Ikr. 10/10 guy

@kevinellis3081 Год назад

I love how his ratings apply to his art. The physical, spiritual, and traditional aspects. It seems more focused on the realism of the movies to training as opposed to actual street fights.

@S308. Год назад

@izukara4310 Год назад

Why would you bring staff to a streetfight? Streetfight usually happens unexpectedly

@sws212 Год назад

@@izukara4310 A staff can just be a random stick, same techniques would apply, just not as flexible or durable but still practical over nothing.

@izukara4310 Год назад

@@sws212 the chance of one getting a stick in random places are pretty low unless you fight near a construction site, or somewhere with outside broom, which isnt long enough either.

@justinwoolsey4269 Год назад

@@izukara4310 While i don't have the training to truly speak on spear or staff techniques, even the shaft of a broom can substitute for a staff in the right hands

@raeplaysval Год назад

i love how kungfu and wushu is like “ if you think that’s not realistic, you’re just not good enough”

@Cyrribrae Год назад

LOL actually.. That's kinda true haha. I love how they're even a high skill application to being super-punched 20 feet away. Which.. Of course there is for martial arts movies!

@codealias3234 Год назад

That’s incredible. He looks 26 but he’s been TEACHING for 26 years.

@nathanwright5543 Год назад

He started doing kung fu in the womb

@atrudokht Год назад

@@nathanwright5543 most chinese look 5-10 years younger than their actual ages

@y.o.l.o6722 Год назад

asians tend to look younger than western

@ohoangkhanh6144 Год назад

Typical Asian. My cousin Timmy has 15-year working experience and he is 9 years old 🤣🤣🤣

@isdochegal3576 Год назад

@@atrudokht Of course i know what you mean. so no hate =) but that always sounds like asian people are not "normal" to me. why not say: most people, who are NOT from east asia often look about 10 years older than their actual ages? ;) just to switch it up, from time to time ^^

@nicolasleclair5223 Год назад

I love his commentary and you can tell he enjoys what he does. It's great to see him have fun with it. Made my day

@taekfute Год назад

Hear him differentiate between choreography and skill? This guy is awesome

@chrishubbard64 Год назад

He seems like the sort of teacher who gets really excited when he gets into his subject. Like, "Here here here! Let me show you how this goes!" I love those types of teachers, they love their craft and are super eager to share that love with you. It helps keep everyones enthusiasm high just from how much enjoyment he radiates.

@heyaaa3506 Год назад

I love that after all that mastery he’s super generous with the rating and not snob about it. Love his energy as well

@TheArtisticGamer7 Год назад

I just love how you can *hear* the passion this man has for the martial arts in the tone of his voice. Truly a Master who understands the art as well as the martial.

@elblanco5 Год назад

I love how he almost got quiet when reviewing Jet Li's moves. "that's very good"

@Say_Tin Год назад

Wenwu: hits shang-chi 20 meters out of a building using his arms Zak: This is very realistic as well.

@KingCriticism Год назад

best part XD

@oveialoka249 Год назад

He was talking about the breakfalls. Or you didnt understand it or i am woooooshing your joke.

@KingCriticism Год назад

@@oveialoka249 definitely wooshed

@oveialoka249 Год назад

@@KingCriticism yeah,, sorry.

@Hybrid_Therapy Год назад

@@oveialoka249 I honestly think he has done a breakfall over 20 metres, dudes got skills 😋

@hooping_hood_mike4359 Год назад

Such an authentic reaction , also the sound effects had me cracking 🤣🤣 loved it

@skorch9094 Год назад

This man's energy is infectious! He is so passionate and you can tell!

@tyrranicalt-rad6164 Год назад

If this guy saw my skills with a broomstick he'd definitely give me a 10/10.

@hemangbheda Год назад

You do household work with broomstick?

@Dailymineblox Год назад

Same

@reelgesh51 Год назад

I mean it's 100% realistic mate if it wasn't how'd you be able to do them ;)

@xihangyang Год назад

starwars kids your back i thought you was dead.

@richardworaker8090 Год назад

Let me guess, your best move is the "sweep"🤣

@excelmesoftly Год назад

How he kept high note and energy while explaining was remarkable.

@irun_mon Год назад

He's very expressive, very fun and informative to watch

@sirnicholas5542 Год назад

10/10

@AndrewJohnson-oy8oj Год назад

What he said about actors is so true. An athletic person can learn the moves very quickly, but not the spiritual/energetic part of it. That is why many of the best stunt performers study martial arts. The audience, whether they have any knowledge or not, can feel the difference.

@TastySchu4 Год назад

All the Asian films he rated are my top 10 movies. Love this guy, please have him back.

@drno3391 Год назад

I want this Master to teach me ! Skilled, precise and fun at the same time.

@ctakitimu Год назад

Well if you can come to Christchurch, New Zealand, you can literally sign up to his classes where he'll teach you. They're publicly available for less than $30 a month.

@sidyadav7157 Год назад

People in the comments are wondering why medieval european combat experts give low ratings and this martial arts master is giving high ratings. One reason is because in medival combat movies actors are doing acting. And in these kung-fu movies, real martial artists are doing martial arts. Fun fact:- while making of kung-fu panda, the animators had themselves trained in kung-fu just to get first hand experience of how the actions are performed.

@seedy80 Год назад

Kung fu has no practical utility. Kung fu in movies is the most unrealistic example of fighting you will find outside of wizardry.

@Erideah Год назад

Yeah, so much of these ratings is based on context, how much allowance you make for the theatrical and in-universe speed, strength, etc that might fundamentally not be realistic. I mostly applaud people like this who mostly immerse themselves in the scene and assume what is being done can be done and critique flaws from there Of course, I'm not trying to criticize, say, a historian who is invited in to look at a war for being too nitpicky or not taking the cinematic perspective into account--that's just fundamentally a rather different job with very objective flaws to point out more often

@mazurkian Год назад

@@Erideah yeah, he is saying stuff is really realistic about the weapons and feasibility of using them. He mentions nothing about the endurance, length of the fights, the people doing flips that are impossible and unnecessary without strings.

@anais4766 Год назад

Yeah, true, for example, Jet Li was definitely a trained martial art athelet since childhood, and won many titles in national competition before getting into acting. It's like asking a doctor to act like a doctor.

@oliverz6581 Год назад

The hint is in the name... Martial "Arts"

@fanzhou2078 Год назад

the red stuff at the end of the spear also prevents the blood of your enemies from sliding down the shaft and making it too slippery for you to hold

@dexterchoy7756 Год назад

Another fun fact is, the tassel (hair) was originally black or white depending on which horse hair they used. Due to too much blood spilling, the tassel slowly became red.

@emissarygw2264 Год назад

@@dexterchoy7756 blood doesn't stay bright red when it dries though

@JustGrowingUp84 Год назад

I like him, he's very entertaining! Please bring him again, Insider!

@momom6197 Год назад

HEMA expert: "Everything is trash, their equipment is a mix of sci-fi and useless junk, movie makers have no idea what a swordfight actually looks like, they should be ashamed of calling this a historical movie. 2/10." Kung-fu expert: "This is exactly how we do it, they understand the holistic way we martial artists put our bodies and weapons in harmony, it's realistic without detracting from the entertainment. 10/10."

@mrd2392 Год назад

Hema is a really thing while kung fu recently has been leaning toward showbiz

@TheUnseenGate Год назад

I feel like it might be because more directors think they know European fighting style just since they lived around so many medieval fantasy and games and they feel like they can just slap things together. But when it comes to Asia fighting style they’re like ok I actually just have not the slightest clue so let’s actually hire someone who know that they’re doing which causes this. Obviously I never did any research on movie teams so this is just blindly guessing

@insertname5371 Год назад

@@TheUnseenGate also suits of armour are expensive to do right and helmets block faces from the camera

@LJP120 Год назад

@@mrd2392 Kung fu is also a thing. Some of these actors if not all are very talented martial artists.

@mrd2392 Год назад

@@LJP120 in 1975 or some year close to that. A group of Chinese traditional MA invited Muay thai fighters to prove that CMA is better than Muay. They was easily defeated and Chinese kickboxing was born and Kung fu is dead

@yny13xx Год назад

I've been watching kungfu/wuxia dramas since I was 5. But I've never really understand what I saw till I watch this clip. Mr. Zak Song is a really good teacher. He explains everything clearly and makes it easy even for a kungfu dummy like me.

@friendlybane Год назад

Thanos: *snaps half the population into dust* Zak Song: "This is very realistic. 10/10."

@cheese-headedsailor8688 Год назад

What you mean bro ? Thats literally so real 😌 (real)

@aljosacebokli Год назад

His presentation in the video was like verbal kung-fu!

@lawrencemajor7176 Год назад

I love these type of reviews and the guests as well. Great Content 💪💯

@Greenteac Год назад

Probably the highest average rating I have seen from a How real is it series 🤣

@zuriyel5368 Год назад

I agree, but most of those also do have top notch fight choreography.

@Justanotherconsumer Год назад

Likely if you’re going to use a weapon like a spear in a movie, it’s because the production cares a little bit about getting it right.

@anais4766 Год назад

Probably because, most of those Chinese Kung Fu movies were starred and choreographed by professional martial art artists/athlets... take Jet Li for example, he was trained in martial art since childhood, and won many national martial art championships before became an actor...

@Turnabout Год назад

Did I hear that right? This guy's been a pro for 26 years? Guy looks like he's college age. That's awesome!

@holohulolo Год назад

Even with just a few explanation to certain movie scenes, hes changed the way I'll ever see martial arts again. I think it was pretty insightful, especially the part with the light saber fight. Some of the movement didnt really have energy to it and weirdly I knew what he meant by that after he said it, and it makes so much sense what hes seeing when he can tell if it's a real move or not. I wish there are scenes from Hero though, the one with donnie yen and jet li. I think it's the most beautifully choreographed martial arts scenes in any martial arts movies or series ever.

@CornyBum Год назад

YES, I WAS HOPING THAT EXACT FIGHT WOULD BE COVERED HERE!

@AP-lw5im Год назад

I want a series of Zak Song just loving everything put in front of him.

@sandycolin8727 Год назад

I love him, he seems like a really nice person to be around. Please bring him again!

@nicoleguo6351 Год назад

He’s such an encouraging teacher! Love that

@donovancho6515 Год назад

Love that he talks about not following rules in a real fight, a lot of other people are always talking about medieval treatises lol

@wojciechjaworski9304 Год назад

Medieval fencing treatises teach A LOT of dirty tricks though.

@Salted_Fysh Год назад

Medieval treatises are not about following the rules either though? They are just instruction manuals on how to do achieve certain goals with certain weapons. Since they are often incomplete or lack proper context, they need interpreting according to basic martial arts principles. That's where HEMA comes in and tries to reconstruct the way to use certain weapons. Treatises were (mostly) written for real world use so they don't represent a ruleset but a guideline for training.

@zdog058 Год назад

This guy's energy is so infectious, I love it!

@ogopogo83 Год назад

I love how he speaks. He has the flow and energy of kung fu in his words 😄

@sheltongolden4394 Год назад

*Sees a dog running with a big stick* "The staff technique is very realistic. 9/10"

@fredraney Год назад

This was fantastic, keep up the good work guys

@karynelizabeth6065 Год назад

This is easily one of my favorite versions of this series. Well done.

@EverythingFan02 Год назад

Thank you Zak Song, that was very interesting and informative!

@odelia1225 Год назад

I love him, so positive, everything is possible and realistic

@Xia-hu Год назад

that's because like 95% of these movies were coreographed by people who themselves know kungfu/wushu. :) even though it's all enhanced by camera movements and slowmo and whatnot, the basic movements are realistic.

@TheOriginalRizk Год назад

Good job Insider for getting a hold of Sifu Song. He's great!

@DolchiO07 Год назад

He's been teaching for 26 years?!?!?!? He doesn't even look 26 years old!

@gentlemandudley7761 Год назад

Proof that it's working. Practice that long, you'll stay healthy forever.

@WakingDreamCurrents 26 дней назад

I love this! Thank you for breaking it down! 💕

@sudharsh7105 Год назад

Information is always great. Many new information provided. Cheers

@jimmay1988 Год назад

Thank you for not having another video of a European trainer reviewing Chinese Martial Arts.

@Zer0Fighter21 Год назад

More of this guy PLEASE, he's fantastic

@JohnnyLund-lc4ez Год назад

Very interesting as usual! Thanks!

@1k1ngst0n Год назад

this is sooo good. great commentary

@ll7868 Год назад

When Gambit joins the MCU this guy should train the actor. Gambit's main weapon is a staff, his power is essentially chi, he charges objects with potential energy and they explode with kinetic energy on contact with any solid object.

@MrCarlBackhausen Год назад

I love his energy! He is so incredibly enthusiastic! What a lovely guy

@Ganiscol Год назад

That was delightful to watch! Such an enthusiastic personality! I especially enjoyed how he repeatedly spoke to the 'break point' and using the flexibility of your staff/spear weapon to your advantage - basically charging it with kinetic energy and maximizing the force of impact with minimal input from you. Its not magic, its the science of physical combat - great stuff! I needed the subtitles, though. Not because his wording or grammar was bad (quite the opposite), but he has a thick accent and I am not good with that no matter who is speaking. 😅

@zuriyel5368 Год назад

I liked his input, but I also needed to use the subs as well.

@MoonsaultMadLad Год назад

I love your insight Master Song. I am not a weapons expert but a mixed martial arts fighter. I have little grasp on spear technique, and so your insight is so valuable. To my untrained eye I might see these movies and think they are unrealistic, but you have taught me that these moves are real and that the choreography is based on very advanced techniques.

@dexterchoy7756 Год назад

Because Asian martial arts way of handling spear is far different from European martial arts. And we believe that a weapon with multiple functions is what makes it more lethal. Similar to MMA, a person who can punch, kick, grapple, lock and others is more dangerous than a person who just know how to punch.

@elquienelquien1890 Год назад

Damn. The Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon scene looks so good in slo motion!

@Ca-yr2rz Год назад

I think the whole movie could look good in slowmo honestly

@antoinemcduffie9022 3 месяца назад

Amazing analogy, I enjoyed how sifu explained the do's and don'ts. Of the staff

@SuperTrunkspace Год назад

I love how animated he gets when talking about this stuff. You can tell he's really passionate!

@ArcherandOliver Год назад

Such a wholesome guy with great passion for Kung Fu. Would be awesome to see him more.

@rockandrolljew89 Год назад

This was one of the best episodes I've seen in a while

@sow_scout4989 Год назад

Loved how explains this in multiple ways. And you can see his passion for both the martial art and even the movies. Hope to see more of him

@AnAveragePotatoGamer Год назад

Yoo this is the guy who teaches bo-staff techniques! Love that guy!

@SaltNBattery 7 месяцев назад

What a nice genuine dude. 10/10

@BlenderStudy Год назад

Thank you for the update, Insider..!! Hero (2002) was also a great movie to watch..!!

@josephsalmonte4995 Год назад

I enjoyed this video very much. Thanks 👍

@Krissuja Год назад

more of this guy Please!

@joshwoida636 Год назад

This is great! But you should really do an HR Manager reacts to The Office video. That would go off!

@nicoblogs9687 Год назад

I really liked how he explained everything and took his time to análize it as well

@Maazzzo Год назад

Fabulous, thank you!

@yvaincallipso84 Год назад

You can tell he really loves his art. He's so enthusiastic when commenting about it!

@tastyfish1032 20 дней назад

Loved the knowledge, experience and energy from Zak Song here.

@Barbarossa-heir Год назад

Thank you for the explanation

@dafreak117 Год назад

Thank you RU-vid algorithm. Totally worth not going to bed on time. His energy is amazing and translates to his English. I could listen to his explanations for hours.

@Cyrribrae Год назад

Jet Li's Fearless is one of my favorites, especially the fight scene against the foreign masters. So cool to see someone who knows a lot more than me be impressed and explain why.

@karmickoala101 Год назад

Appreciate the realistic commentary too 😘

@formulah113 Год назад

he watched pacific rim for 2 seconds and was like "not kung fu too stiff and slow."

@mattbristerpostma3742 Год назад

Love the opening commentary on swap and sweep!

@kuhleal Год назад

This man is adorable and totally endearing

@Backtothehat Год назад

0:47 “…you try to grab my staff… and i… SWAP IT!!!!!” Why do I feel like my whole life has been useless and I now must dedicate myself to this man’s teachings.💯

@profesionalesdhd9072 Год назад

this man reminds me of an old teacher I had, he would show me some crazy looking super difficult move (capoeira style) and then he said "you see? it's easy, no problem" 🤗

@joyoshiyama-anderson-22 Год назад

Wow i always wanted to see and meet zak song in person face to face... because I want to learn martial arts, skill, techniques and also gymnastics. Plus I want to train how to defend myself and for others. Maybe Zak song would be my teacher someday. If only I could meet him?

@roflcopterannoysme Год назад

My takeaway: A lot of directors seem to put effort into spear scenes to make em well choreographed. Probably because theyre already going out to pick spear, that's a good indicator of wanting an interesting fight scene.

@brookebanuelos5284 Год назад

Teaching for 26 years?!?! He doesn’t even look like he’s 26 years old to begin with

@Weeping-Angel Год назад

I thought the same thing. He must be in his 30s or something.😂

@bhchen3079 Год назад

Martial Arts is not only about fists and kicks , it's also about weapons training , chinese wushu is both deadly and elegant IMO

@TpBrass0 Год назад

@iafozzac Год назад

Don't bring kung fu to a fight, you'll only get hurt by anyone who actually knows how go fight The only people who practice kung fu that I've seen can actually fight practice other serviceable martial arts alongside it (kick boxing, thai box, judo, Brazilian jiu-jitsu)

@bhchen3079 Год назад

@@iafozzac using a weapon is to kill and not to compete in a ring..

@aces92E Год назад

@@iafozzac depends as much on the person as the style, look at Wonderboy in the UFC. Uses karate because that’s what he knows. He’s also a kickboxer but those styles aren’t incompatible, they’re complementary.

@atrudokht Год назад

Ultimately, the most artistic or the best martial art is highly subjective matter

@jeffdoeskungfu Год назад

so positive, definitely the energy we need in this world

@lastdays9163 Год назад

In less than a minute this guy convinced me to enroll in all the martial arts.

@kylelee3576 Год назад

Love this dude’s positivity.

@jvinson4181 Год назад

The scene of the two women fighting in Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon is one of my favorite of all times, I am so glad the choreography is so accurate!

@jamesharrison1178 Год назад

Zak reflects his training very well through description as if he’s training. You can tell he’s a natural leader. I’m gonna look up this guy and see how good he is.