What is “Ng Ga Kuen” (五家拳)
Ng Ga Kuen, also known as 5-Family System, is a Southern Chinese Kung Fu martial arts system. This system integrated various selective and targeted techniques from five Southern Shaolin 南少林 descendants to form Ng Ga Kuen (五家拳), focusing on balance, position, effective posture transition, speed, directness, and strength for combat purposes due to civil unrest at that time in history.
What is “Ng Ga Kuen” (五家拳)
*The Power of Five in Ng Ga Kuen Kung Fu* Ng Ga Kuen Kung Fu is defined by its practical approach, focusing on three key areas: *1. Power/Strength (五家五劲 [jing]):* - Hard: Block and punch. - Soft: Circular moves. - Abstract: Stance transitions. - Solid: Punching. - Cross: Palm hits. *2. Combat Concepts (五家五战):* - Striking: Direct attacks. - Blocking: Defense. - Locking: Immobilization. - Sweeping: Balance disruption. - Redirecting: Using opponent's force. *3. Breathing Rhythms (五家运气手法):* - Abdominal Breathing - Attention Breathing - Reverse Abdominal Breathing - Upper Chest Nose Panting - The Completed Breath These elements foster strength, technique, and mindfulness in martial arts practice.