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The Hung Gar style of Kung-Fu is one of the most
complete branches of Shaolin Kung-Fu. Hung Gar Kung-Fu was developed
through observation and imitation of animal movements. In fact, Hung
Gar is commonly referred to as the Five Animal Style of the Five-Formed
Fist System. The Five-Formed Fist System includes the Dragon, Snake,
Tiger, Leopard and Crane. Each of these Animal Styles has a different
approach to attack and defence.
Hung Gar is characterized by low, wide stances that develop strong legs
and solid balance. The movements are direct and close to the body. They
can transmit considerable force when they connect with an opponent.
Each of the Animal Styles or Forms, utilize different exercises for
physical conditioning. For example, Dragon represents spiritual development.
Snake movements develop internal power and are concerned with "pin-point"
hitting accuracy of vital nerve organs. Tiger has exercises to strengthen
the bones and to develop pure strength. Leopard concentrates on developing
speed and agility. Crane basically exercises to strengthen the sinews,
to build up flexibility and to develop balance.
All of these Five Animal Styles are inter-related to represent a total
system of Hung Gar King-Fu. This system offers a variety of fist techniques
for self-defence as well as offense. Training in the Hung Gar style
builds up a student’s strength in the arms and legs, and raises
the level of internal energy (or CHI) by means of intense stance training
and breathing exercises. Through the stance training, we also learn
to focus on different parts of the body in order to attain balance,
internal and external strength, relaxation of mind, and coordination
of body movements.
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students may choose any Beginners Hours that he or she would prefer to
practice in or the students can attend all the classes.
We also offer TAI CHI
courses. Contact us for more information.
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