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Basic Training is the essential ingredient in our system and is the “Heart of our Art.”

Hung Gar focused on developing solid stances because of where it originated, i.e. rice patties, farmland, and rocky boats. So the use of hands rather than dynamic kicks was more practical.

• Solid stances are developed with isometrics (holding flexed postures) while employing Chi Kung breathing which results in the solid foundation that is necessary to execute powerful techniques and also provides your legs with the strength to move your body swiftly.
• Energy work or dynamic tension exercises known as Jung hays provide overall body strength and power in the hands as well as chi flow which Hung Gar uses to develop sledge hammer like blows.
• Habitual practice of basic blocking, punching (all hand) and kicking techniques assures that you train the fundamentals regularly.
• Regular practice assists in teaching and developing the following: stance training, blocking, punching and kicking techniques, proper breathing, movement, agility, fluidity, speed, power, focus, mind control, hand to eye co-ordination and endurance.
• Often, movements are done one at a time or in small combinations.
• Moving basics are usually done with a slight pause between them (similar to a karate form). This is an excellent way to train as it allows the student the opportunity to put one hundred percent focus on what he/she is doing.
• Basic movements provide you with the stepping-stone to advanced techniques.
• Constant repetition of fundamental movements helps you to improve your techniques.
• Constant repetition also programs itself in your mind, allowing the correct movement to come up reflexively if it is ever needed.

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