猛虎下山: Tiger Chases You Down

The physical body is capable of many different feats of strength and dexterity, but many times the mental aspects are overlooked. In the Tiger Claw Kung Fu System that I teach (海幢寺黑虎門虎爪派) these two aspects of mind and body must be in balance and constantly complement one another. The mind is not only the seat of intelligence, logic, and reason, but also allows our imagination and intention to become alive and expressed through our physical action and technique. So, it stands to reason that all techniques of true Kung Fu and martial arts must stem from the mind of the practitioner. That is to say you must fully be able to visualize what you want to do and then make it happen.

Mentality is a large portion of getting anything done. In this video, we employ the mental imagery of the Tiger running down his prey as one would run down the opponent, not only using the techniques of the Tiger but also its indomitable ferocity. That never-give-up attitude coupled with powerful movements overwhelms and subdues the opponent.
The term 猛虎下山 literally translates to "Fierce Tiger Descends the Mountain." The Tiger comes down from the mountain for only one thing, to subdue his prey. This attitude is exemplified in this video.

武松鐵銬
Mo Chung Breaks Manacles
猛虎耙沙
Fierce Tiger Rakes Sand
膀手破排
Trapping Wing Hand Palm Strike
单虎出洞
Single Tiger Exits from the Cave

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