The Fundamental Hand Skills And Stances That Make Up The Core Of Southern Boxing.
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The Fundamentals of Southern Boxing: Essential Skills and Stances
Overview
Though my primary focus in martial arts is jujitsu and Northern Kung Fu, including animal styles, I have a keen interest in exploring various forms. I practice Shaolin, Kempo, Tae Kwon Do, Wing Chun, and Tai Chi Chuan, and I also teach jujitsu.
My interest extends to all martial arts styles, aiming for a solid workout with dynamic movements. Recently, I've been learning about Nan Quan Kung Fu, or "Southern Boxing," a compelling addition to this spectrum. Southern Boxing is an evolution from Shaolin Kung Fu, maintaining core techniques while developing new variations.
Core Elements of Southern Boxing
Southern Boxing is characterized by its foundational "horse" stance?"a wide, rooted position meant to channel the body's strength through each punch. This stance significantly differs from the styles I'm accustomed to, and feels somewhat overcommitted with body movements.
The style emphasizes straight punches and blocks launched from elbow height. Unlike sweeping redirections, blocks involve "minimum force redirection." While predominantly focused on punching, Southern Boxing includes a variety of kicks. Its blocks are more direct compared to their Shaolin Kung Fu counterparts, reflecting the art's emphasis.
Personal Experience
Training with a local practitioner, I've noticed similarities between Southern Boxing and Tae Kwon Do in terms of overall feel. Although the techniques differ, both styles focus on efficient, powerful movements. Southern Boxing, like Tae Kwon Do, is streamlined for effective motion.
It relies heavily on scripted routines that combine large, energetic body motions into a series of rapid attacks. These movements are visually impressive, but compared to jujitsu and Northern Kung Fu, Southern Boxing appears to overcommit in its body motions.
In summary, Southern Boxing is a fascinating blend of tradition and innovation, offering a unique perspective on martial arts that is both physically demanding and visually striking.
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