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Traditional Kung Fu contains a multitude of animal styles. Ancient Shaolin trained in the five styles of tiger, dragon, snake, crane and leopard. There were still other styles representing praying mantis, monkey, elephant, phoenix, eagle and even dog.
The self defence movements of Siu Lum Gar Kung Fu resemble those of various animals, using circular soft movements in addition to straight thrusts and powerful strikes. The style has chosen to incorporate five distinctive animal forms, each emphasising a particular aspect of kung fu.
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Dragon
Powerful yet flexible the dragon emphasises mobility. Supplementary
training includes iron arm training and use of hand weights.
Side kicks and back kicks feature in the form. The staff is
also taught to complement this form. |
Tiger
Emphasising strength, supplementary training in the tiger form
includes iron palm training and the use of iron rings. Take
downs and chin na techniques feature in the form. The weapon
associated with the tiger is the broadsword. |
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Monkey
In the monkey form agility is emphasised. Groundwork and gymnastics
are featured with applications involving sweeps and rolls. The
double daggers are taught as a complement to this form. |
Snake
Flow and speed are emphasised in the snake form. Supplementary
training includes Iron finger training and wooden dummy techniques.
Chi sao (sticking hand) and advanced kicks are featured. Applications
target vital points. The spear is associated with the snake. |
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Crane
The crane emphasises balance with supplementary training using
wooden blocks. Applications involving evasiveness and open hand
strikes feature in the form. The straight sword is the weapon
associated with the crane. |
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