Choy Li Fut is a long fist style, using the length of the arm and the full turn of the waist to generate power. Sau chai is a classical move from Choy Li Fut - it is known as the "sweeping punch". It strikes with the first two knuckles . It is present in the Ng Lun Ma (Five Wheel Horse Form) and many other patterns as well.
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Acknowledging Choy Gar
Known for its swift footwork and rapid strikes. Lower body strength is the foundation for Choy.
Chan Heung learned Choy Gar from Choy Fook. Initially Choy Fook accepted him as a student to study Buddhism and only later taught him martial arts. He completed his training in 1834 and returned to his village.
Chan Heung learned Choy Gar from Choy Fook. Initially Choy Fook accepted him as a student to study Buddhism and only later taught him martial arts. He completed his training in 1834 and returned to his village.
Acknowledging Fut Gar
"Fut Gar" translates to "Buddha Family". It is a blend of various Southern Shaolin styles.
Meet Chan Heung, the Founder of the Choy Li Fut System
Chan Heung (1803-1875) was the founder of the Choy Li Fut system. He was also known a Din Ying.
He started learning Fut Gar at age 7 from his uncle, a boxer from the Shaolin Temple.
He started learning Fut Gar at age 7 from his uncle, a boxer from the Shaolin Temple.
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