Kung Fu
The movements of Kung Fu are derived from nature. Kung Fu practitioners move their bodies with the power and agility of a tiger or the force of an ocean wave. The soft and hard movements of Kung Fu combine to develop flexibility, coordination, strength and speed. Unlike the linear movements of Kong Su (Tae Kwon Do or Karate), Kung Fu movements twist the body in all directions, dramatically increasing the development of the torso or core. Movements in Kung Fu flow from one to the next. Strikes can come from all directions, gaining speed from circular movements and force from a linear finish.
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In the video (left) beginning level students of all ages demonstrate movements from Coo Yong Bope (9 Dragons Kung Fu). This is the first series of Kung Fu forms taught in Oom Yung Doe. These movements mimic the whipping or coiling motion of a dragon’s tail. Through this movement students begin to coordinate the left and right side of their body as well as the upper and lower body while developing an understanding of coiling and using the middle body.
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See what you can gain through Kung Fu training!
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Speed and Agility
Kung Fu forms like Sa Ma Gee (Praying Mantis Kung Fu), Genevie (Monkey Kung Fu), and Doksa (Snake Kung Fu) develop quick reflexes, speed, accuracy, coordination and flexibility. Practitioners are challenged to quickly change directions with their movement, while making rapid strikes in different directions with their hands and feet.
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Strength
Kung Fu forms like Ho Bar Toop (Tiger Style Kung Fu), Tuksuli (Eagle From Kung Fu), Kum Gung Quan Bope (Mountain Kung Fu) and Frog Technique all focus on generating tremendous power in certain areas of the body. Tiger Kung Fu develops the shoulders by mimicing the powerful movements of the tiger as it stalks and attacks it’s prey while Tuksuli (Eagle Form) Kung Fu develops shoulder flexibility mimicking the powerful wing strokes of the eagle. Frog Technique develops incredible jumping ability and powerful lower body condition as the practitioner is challenged to maintain a low position throughout the practice. Kum Guan Quan Bope emphasizes lower body strength and flexibility as the practitioner attacks and defends while imagining moving through a rock strewn landscape.
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Flexibility and Balance
Chui Kwon (Drunken Fist Kung Fu) develops incredible body control and
flexibility by seeming to always be out of control without ever actually losing control. Angry Dragon Kung Fu uses coiling motions like a dragon to develop flexibility, coordination, speed and strength, especially in the middle body. |
