Styles Taught at Wing Lam Kung Fu
Following are the descriptions of the various martial styles taught at the Wing Lam Kung Fu School.Hung Gar - With a focus on deep stance training and iron hard strikes and blocks, the Hung style was well suited for fighting on boats and wet ground. Today, its techniques are still suprisingly appropriate and effective.
Northern Shaolin - Long range technique and flowing, circular movements characterize this style from the temple. Devastating kicks complement the powerful strikes and efficient blocks.
Taijiquan - Also spelled Tai Chi Chuan, this internal style focuses on energy development and "soft" power. The strikes have been likened to "iron wrapped in cotton". Two styles are taught at Wing Lam Kung Fu: Yang Style and Sun Style Taijiquan
Xing Yi - Succinct and economical, practitioners focus the entire body and mind in this internal style. Linear movement unites with a Yang exterior and a Yin interior.
Bagua - Energy focused like a wire mesh ball, the bagua form is smooth, circular and coordinated. With movement imitating the Taoist Bagua symbol of the I-Ching (Book of), a pratitioner able to rapidly change directions to evade the opponent while using the hands to distract the opponent from devastating kicks and throws.
Lion Dance - The Wing Lam Kung Fu Lion Dance Team performs traditional Southern style Lion Dance for Weddings, Banquets, Store Openings, and of course, Chinese Lunar New Year Celebrations. For information on booking a liondance for your event, please contact Lynn Lam at (408) 244-2831.