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Part 2 of 2 of this insightful interview continues the rich conversation between Sifu Scott Jensen and Sifu Kisu Stars, offering rare insight into the heart of traditional Kung Fu training and the inner mechanics of mastery. Highlights from Part 2 of 2 include: Why stance work is the soul of Kung Fu and how real power is generated from the ground up Behind the scenes of choreographing Avatar: The Last Airbender and translating real Kung Fu into animated movement The deeper value of forms, weapons training, and sparring as lifelong tools for health, confidence, and personal growth What separates true martial artists from "instant Sifus" and how social media culture threatens the integrity of the arts Why traditional Kung Fu is still relevant—and vital—in a modern world This episode is both a tribute and a call to action: to preserve, practice, and protect authentic lineage martial arts before they fade. If you're searching for more than just fitness or fighting, tune in for wisdom forged through decades of training and teaching. 💥 Step onto the path. Practice deeply. Become the best version of yourself. Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

In this dynamic conversation, Sifu Scott Jensen welcomes Sifu Kisu Stars—renowned Northern Shaolin master and martial arts choreographer for Avatar: The Last Airbender—for a heartfelt discussion on real Kung Fu, the pursuit of mastery, and the inner journey of the martial artist. Part 1 of 2 highlights: How to find authentic Kung Fu in a world of commercialized martial arts The essence of being a dedicated student and forging long-term relationships with teachers The meaning of “eating bitter” and why hard work transforms more than just your body How real martial arts develop strength, confidence, and character Tournament stories, personal growth through losing, and why performing under pressure is a rite of passage Whether you're a lifelong practitioner or a curious beginner, this episode will challenge and inspire you to seek something deeper than just technique—true personal transformation through Kung Fu. 🎧 Listen now and discover why the best Kung Fu may be hidden in plain sight. Connect with Sifu Kisu on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kisu_stars/ Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

#52 Aim for Skills to Start Your Journey Playing with your shoelaces and thinking about running is not the same as entering the race and placing yourself on the starting the line. When you decide to become skillful in your art whether it is Northern Shaolin, Tai Chi Chuan, Sword, Xing Yi Quan, or Qigong is when your journey really begins. By committing yourself to regular, focused practice and paying with your time and effort you earn the real skills, physique, and health benefits of your training. I also discuss how my teachers Ba Gua Zhang Master Zhang Hua Sen and Chen Family Tai Chi Master Chen Xiao Wang escaped hardship by mastering their arts. This is somewhat different than the sacrifices required in modern life. When you decide to become skillful and spend the time and effort you will also meet your own mind, and train it and your will power to keep your feet on the path and heading toward your goal. In addition, I have a fun question that will help you meet your own mind and find out who is driving the car on this journey! Sign up for our exclusive newsletter, dive into the world of classical martial arts of Tai Chi, Northern Shaolin, Xing Yi, and energy skills of Qi Gong! For free lessons, articles, beautiful photos and videos, in addition, updates about projects and community https://10000victories.com/#Newsletter-Sign-Up Learn Online https://10000victoriesOnline.com/ Kung Fu and Tai Chi in person classes https://10000victories.com/in-person-training/ [email protected] tel: 415-455-9467 Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

#51 Understanding the Four Extremities - A Lost Pearl of Wisdom The Four Extremities are both a classic diagnostic tool in traditional Chinese Medicine and a secret teaching in classical combat oriented Kung Fu used to power up your "Full Battle Mode" and harness the power of your "War Face". Join Our Exclusive Newsletter: Dive into the World of Classical Martial Arts - Get informative articles, professional videos, podcasts, and lots of stunning photos about Classical Martial Arts on Tai Chi, Northern Shaolin, Xing Yi, and energy skills of Qi Gong that we do! https://10000victories.com/#Newsletter-Sign-Up  Learn Online https://10000victoriesOnline.com/  Kung Fu and Tai Chi in person classes https://10000victories.com/in-person-training/  [email protected] tel: 415-455-9467 Information about Xing Yi Quan is found here. Information about Sifu Scott Jensen is found here. Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

#50 The Earth Dragon Leaps! In this episode we explore why people practice with staves, the history and lore of the staff, and its special meaning for Buddhists. We also look at the amazing Earth Dragon Staff form taught by Wong Jackman. Sign up for our exclusive newsletter, dive into the world of classical martial arts of Tai Chi, Northern Shaolin, Xing Yi, and energy skills of Qi Gong! For free lessons, articles, beautiful photos and videos, in addition, updates about projects and community https://10000victories.com/#Newsletter-Sign-Up Learn Online https://10000victoriesOnline.com/ Kung Fu and Tai Chi in person classes https://10000victories.com/in-person-training/ [email protected] tel: 415-455-9467 Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

On the West coast of the USA we were starting to come out of our pandemic isolation only to be driven back inside by massive fires and smoke. How do we cope with all of this? It seems to be a bit much sometimes, perhaps even a bit overwhelming. However, we do have the tools and the methods to take care of ourselves. But do we have the will to use them? Will you sip the Elixir of immortality? Sign up for our exclusive newsletter, dive into the world of classical martial arts of Tai Chi, Northern Shaolin, Xing Yi, and energy skills of Qi Gong! For free lessons, articles, beautiful photos and videos, in addition, updates about projects and community https://10000victories.com/#Newsletter-Sign-Up Learn Online https://10000victoriesOnline.com/ Kung Fu and Tai Chi in person classes https://10000victories.com/in-person-training/ [email protected] tel: 415-455-9467 Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

In this podcast I explain the concept of Center Equilibrium that I learned from Tai Chi Grandmaster Yang Zhenduo in the 1990s. Yang Zhenduo was the Grandmaster of the Yang Family of Tai Chi Chuan and a direct father to son family inheritor of the style from his Grandfather Yang Lu Chan the founder of Yang Style of Tai Chi. The concept of Center Equilibrium, isn't difficult to grasp and it will provide a useful guide to immediately improve your Tai Chi skills and enhance both the beauty of your performance and your own internal experience of performing the art. Center Equilibrium a is a concept or theory of Tai Chi Chuan that is rarely explained or understood.  Check out our well received Tai Chi program here https://10000victories.com/10000-victories-tai-chi-online-course/ Questions: [email protected] Sign up for our newsletter to find out about free webinars and other great courses Here:  Our School is found Here Information about Northern Style of Shaolin Kung Fu is found Here. Information about Xing Yi Quan is found here. Information about Sifu Scott Jensen is found here. Information about Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is found here. Information about Qigong is found here. Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

The Center Line or Center Axis is a posture and movement principle in many forms or styles of Qigong, Tai Chi Chuan, Northern Shaolin, Xing Yi Quan, Ba Gua Zhang, Lan Shou Quan, Three Kingdoms Cannon Fist and other styles of classical martial arts. In this podcast you will learn about the center line concept, how it is formed of three points. What those points are and how they are important. Learn why and how to develop a good center line awareness and use it in  martial arts training and practice. Establishing and using your center line can enhance your power, prevent injuries, and improve your body control and balance in movement.  Practicing center line awareness and movement is also helpful for dodging and efficient turning in general.  A good center line is also important to establish before progressing to advanced Qigong practices. Check out our well received Tai Chi program here https://10000victories.com/10000-victories-tai-chi-online-course/ Questions: [email protected] Sign up for our newsletter to find out about free webinars and other great courses Here:  Our School is found Here Information about Northern Style of Shaolin Kung Fu is found Here. Information about Xing Yi Quan is found here. Information about Sifu Scott Jensen is found here. Information about Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is found here. Information about Qigong is found here. Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

In this episode we discuss being centered in martial arts practice and why being aware of your center and your opponents center is so important.  Being centered is also one of the key components for building your spiritual energy and reservoir of health.   Check out our well received Tai Chi program here https://10000victories.com/10000-victories-tai-chi-online-course/ Questions: [email protected] Sign up for our newsletter to find out about free webinars and other great courses https://10000victories.com/newsletter/ Our School is found Here Information about Northern Style of Shaolin Kung Fu is found Here. Information about Xing Yi Quan is found here. Information about Sifu Scott Jensen is found here. Information about Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is found here. Information about Qigong is found here. Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

#45 Tai Chi Philosophy and the meaning of Yin and Yang in Traditional Chinese Medicine In the previous podcast we discussed the origins of the Tai Chi symbol in the classci text of Chinese thought the I Ching. This allows us to explain the meaning of this symbol from the point of view of Philosophers. In the next episode we llok at the Tai Chi symbol and philosophy of Yin and Yang from the point of view of Traditional Chinese medicine. This discussion is straight forward and will help you incorporate these powerful analytic tools into your own life. Check out our well received Tai Chi program here https://10000victories.com/10000-victories-tai-chi-online-course/ Questions: [email protected] Sign up for our newsletter to find out about free webinars and other great courses Here:  Our School is found Here Information about Northern Style of Shaolin Kung Fu is found Here. Information about Xing Yi Quan is found here. Information about Sifu Scott Jensen is found here. Information about Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is found here. Information about Qigong is found here. Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

#44 Understanding the Tai Chi Symbol and Yin and Yang Philosophy Part One The Tai Chi symbol is one of the most over used graphic designs in the world. In this episode we dive deep into the origins of the Tai Chi symbol and the meaning of Yin and Yang in Philosophy. In addition, we discuss the four interactions of Yin and Yang. And give you tips to help you understand Tai Chi philosophy in your own life and gain insight into the changing world around you. Podcasts about Qi Episode 4, Part 1 and Episode 5, Part 2 Check out our well received Tai Chi program here https://10000victories.com/10000-victories-tai-chi-online-course/ Questions: [email protected] Sign up for our newsletter to find out about free webinars and other great courses Here:  Our School is found Here Information about Northern Style of Shaolin Kung Fu is found Here. Information about Xing Yi Quan is found here. Information about Sifu Scott Jensen is found here. Information about Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is found here. Information about Qigong is found here. Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

#43 How Hot are You? - Having listened to previous podcasts about Qi and Blood a number of people have asked whether their cold hands means their Qi is weak. Although a simple "yes" would be mostly true lets learn more about our body and how it generates heat. We are also going to look at different ways to control your body temperature and why you might want to do so. These simple concepts will give you enhanced insight into your body and your experience of temperatures. Check out our well received Tai Chi program here https://10000victoriesonline.com Questions: [email protected] Sign up for our newsletter to find out about free webinars and other great courses Here: https://10000victories.com/free-newsletter/ Our School is found Here Information about Northern Style of Shaolin Kung Fu is found Here. Information about Xing Yi Quan is found here. Information about Sifu Scott Jensen is found here. Information about Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is found here. Information about Qigong is found here. Information about Kung Fu Animal Power can be found here (new page coming soon!) Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

Got A Training Plan? Take Control of Your Path to Mastery looks at how Teacher knows what the curriculum is and how to teach you the technical skills required to master your art. Have you figured out how you are going to master the lessons your teacher has given you? For most students a great training plan is show up to class and do your best. However, you can level up your skills by practicing outside of class. Since we are sheltering during a pandemic attending classes is curtailed and developing your own practice is the name of the game now. This is a great gift to give yourself. Start creating your own training plan, fire up your motivation, and watch your skills take care of themselves.  Check out our well received Tai Chi program here https://10000victories.com/10000-victories-tai-chi-online-course/ Questions: [email protected] Sign up for our newsletter to find out about free webinars and other great courses Here: https://10000victories.com/newsletter/ Our School is found Here Our Blog is found Here Information about Northern Style of Shaolin Kung Fu is found Here. Information about Xing Yi Quan is found here. Information about Sifu Scott Jensen is found here. Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/

Episode #41 Lessons about your Lungs from Classical Chinese Medicine and Kung Fu Your Lungs are one of your most important organs. Maintaining proper function of your lungs is critical to your health and life. In this episode we look at concepts about the lungs you would learn in Acupuncture school. This includes the role of the lungs in creating, dispersing, and controlling your Qi. We look at practical tips and observations about your lungs and their health. We also discuss the importance of deep breathing and how to actually breath deeper. Since breathing is a vital part of all martial arts this is a great topic to study for all marital artists. Check out our well received Tai Chi program here https://10000victories.com/10000-victories-tai-chi-online-course/ Questions: [email protected] Sign up for our newsletter to find out about free webinars and other great courses Here: https://10000victories.com/newsletter/ Our School is found Here Information about Northern Style of Shaolin Kung Fu is found Here. Information about Xing Yi Quan is found here. Information about Sifu Scott Jensen is found here. Information about Kung Fu Animal Power can be found here (new page coming soon!) Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victories.com/online-training/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedule-san-rafael-california/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With the Power of Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/odsybSJ/a27200/