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Perhaps the most unusual aspect of training in this martial art, though, is the inclusion of the tea ceremony, another highly ritualised exercise aimed at developing a cultivated mind, discipline in movement and understanding of etiquette.
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Sun Kwan Moo
Sun Kwan Moo
A little practiced and little known Buddhist-based martial art which includes meditation and physical training with the hope of advancing students towards enlightenment.
Perhaps the most unusual aspect of training in this martial art, though, is the inclusion of the tea ceremony, another highly ritualised exercise aimed at developing a cultivated mind, discipline in movement and understanding of etiquette.
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