This book explores Ditangquan, the Chinese martial art specializing in ground fighting and acrobatic combat techniques. It traces the art's development from battlefield survival skills to performance arts and modern self-defense applications, examining how falling and rolling became strategic weapons rather than signs of defeat. The chapters break down Ditangquan's unique principles, training methods, and combat applications while analyzing its place in contemporary martial arts and potential future evolution. Through detailed explanations and real-world examples, the text demonstrates how Ditangquan's unconventional approach solves common fighting problems that most martial arts don't address. The book serves as both a historical record and practical guide, offering insights for martial artists, self-defense students, and anyone interested in how traditional combat systems adapt to modern needs while preserving their core philosophies.