15 Main Types of Kung Fu
Style
Description
Shaolin Kung Fu
Developed in the Shaolin Monastery, emphasizes physical strength, flexibility, and various hand and weapon techniques.
Wing Chun
Known for close-range combat and efficient techniques, popularized by Bruce Lee.
Tai Chi Chuan
Practised for health benefits, emphasizes relaxation, meditation, and slow, flowing movements.
Baguazhang
Known for circular and evasive footwork, incorporates palm strikes, joint locks, and throws.
Xingyiquan
Characterized by powerful, linear movements, aims to generate quick and explosive strikes.
Hung Gar
Southern Chinese style combines powerful hand techniques with strong stances and low kicks.
Praying Mantis
Imitates praying mantis movements, and focuses on rapid strikes, joint locks, and throws.
Northern Shaolin
Category of styles from northern China, characterized by high kicks, acrobatics, and longer-range techniques.
Baji Quan
Known for explosive and aggressive movements, focuses on short-range power and strikes.
Choy Li Fut
Hybrid style combining elements of northern and southern Kung Fu, known for powerful kicks, open-hand techniques, and fast footwork.
Five Animals Kung Fu
Based on animal movements (tiger, crane, leopard, snake, and dragon), combine their characteristics into effective techniques.
White Crane
Emphasizes fluidity, breathing, and precise strikes, with movements inspired by the crane bird.
Lau Gar Kung Fu
Known for strong stances, powerful punches, and effective self-defence techniques.
Nanquan
Southern style focuses on fast and agile movements, with an emphasis on low stances and hand techniques.
Wudangquan
Originating from the Wudang Mountains, emphasizes internal energy cultivation, blending martial arts with Taoist principles....
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