The Martialarm Intro To Chow-Gar Kung Fu
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The Martialarm Guide to Chow-Gar Kung Fu
Introduction to Chow-Gar Kung Fu
Chow Gar, originating from Southern China, is a form of Southern Praying Mantis Kung Fu, known for its emphasis on powerful, close-range combat. This formidable style stems from the traditions of the Southern Shaolin Kung Fu and was developed by Chow Lung. He learned the foundational Hung-Gar, one of the five key southern systems from the Shaolin temple, from his uncle, who also introduced him to Pa-Kua staff techniques. Following his training and a three-year residency at the Shaolin temples, Chow Lung established his school in Canton, and in 1915, he was appointed as an instructor for the Chinese army by General Lee-Fook-Lam.
Understanding Chow Gar
Chow Gar is celebrated for its short-range fighting techniques, a hallmark of the Southern Praying Mantis style. The style is enriched with various training methods known as chongs and gungs, developed over centuries.
Basic Movements of Chow Gar
Chow Gar includes 20 fundamental movements known as San Sau, which consist of one to three moves. Key movements include:
- Bow Chong: Cover hand
- Gau Choi: Hammer fist
- Cye Sau: Deflect
- Doa Sau: Spring hand
- Narp Sau: Hook hand
- Got Sau: Cut back hand
- Saw Sau: Lock hand
- Chum Chung Sau: Sinking elbow hand
- Yong Sau: Upward reach hand
- Chuen Sau: Transmit hand
- Larp Sau: Snatch hand
- Mut Sau: Sweep hand
- Kum La Ja Jook: Seize and hold hand
- Kwor Sau: Circle over hand
- Yui Sau: Shake off hand
- Pai Kui: Slicing hand
- Cheet Jeung: Cutting palm
- Lau Sau: Leaking hand
- Dun Chung: Back elbow
- Ngai Chung: Forward elbow
- Jin Sau: Scissor hand
Additional movements enhance these basics.
Forms in Chow Gar
The Chow Gar system incorporates various forms, each contributing to the practitioner’s skill set. Common forms include:
- Sarm Bo Jin: Three-step arrow
- Gau Si Mun Sau: Nine seeking hands
- Mo Ying Sau Chor Kui: Crack the bridge
- Bo Sim Sau: Searching insect hand
- Gen Tung Gen Sau Lin Wa: Fright power hand
- Poon Loong Keok: Flying dragon leg
- Yau Loong Sau: Swimming dragon hands
- Say Mun Sau: Four gates hand
- Bic Saan: Lifting mountain
The Legacy of Chow Ah Naam
Chow Ah Naam, the founder of Chow Gar Praying Mantis, honed his skills at the Shaolin Monastery, mastering secret training drills that unlocked hidden body powers. His expertise was so impressive that the Shaolin hall was entrusted to him for teaching this elite art. Inspired by the sudden movements of a praying mantis, the system was named after this agile creature. Chow Ah Naam's skillful techniques often surpassed other Shaolin arts with their shock-like power.
Training in Chow Gar Today
Chow Gar can be practiced around the world, and we encourage you to explore our martial arts directory to find a Chow Gar school near you!
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