Kung Fu classes improve self confidence and self esteem, with emphasis on improved concentration and focus, stress reduction and relaxation, motivation and positive attitude towards life.īecause there are many styles of Kung Fu you need to speak to or visit your local Kung Fu club first before enrolling in a class.įind a local Kung Fu class or Kung Fu club near you. Students learn KungFu 'kicks' from simple kicks to spinning kicks.ĭeveloping 'stances' all taught to improve strength and balance when dealing with an opponent. 'Kicking' is an effective self defence technique. Dodging allows a smaller person to defeat a larger person, utilising momentum to increase the impact a counter punch or strike. Beginners classes teach basic Dodging techniques, moving out of the way of an opponents blow. Learn how to 'dodge' an opponents punch or strike and counter attack. In Kung Fu classes you will also learn 'Break Grabs' techniques to break free if an opponents attempts to grab you using leverage with this technique even a small person can free themselves from the grasp of a larger person.Ī Kung Fu class will typically cover 'Covering up' and 'Blocking' basic defensive skills that protect the body from a punch or strike. Learn how to 'punch' Kung Fu style from single punches to complex combinations. Kung Fu is an umbrella term for several hundred distinct Chinese Martial Arts and not a style in itself. Some Kung Fu clubs will also offer sparing. Kung Fu contains all aspects of martial arts including punches, kicks, grappling, wrestling, ground-fighting, joint locks, chin na, throws, and all types of melee weapons. Students learn and practice a range of Kung Fu techniques using forms (drill exercises).

Kung Fu Clubs and Kung Fu instructors grade students based on age, experience, knowledge and the type of Kung Fu style.

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