EIGHT DISTILLED SHAOLIN COMBAT SEQUENCES

Combat sequences of Single Tiger Emerges from Cave

Grandmaster Wong attacks with "Hang a Golden Star" and Sifu Wong Chun Nga responds with "Immortal Emerges from Cave"



The basic 16 Shaolin combat sequences in our sparring methodology are shortened or distilled into 8 combat sequences shown in this video series. They cover all the four categories of striking, kicking, felling and gripping. These 8 combat sequences are formalized in the set "Single Tiger Emerges from Cave". A picture series and a video series of this set can be accessed here and here respectively.

These 8 combat sequences are structured in the same way as the 8 distilled combat sequences in Wahnam Taijiquan, which are formalized in the Wahnam Taijiquan Yellow Bee Sucks Pollens set. Hence, Shaolin and Taijiquan students can use these two sets as basis for their sparring practice.

Combat Sequences of Single Tiger Emerges from Cave

The names of the 8 sequences are as follows

    1. Top, Middle, Bottom
    2. Side Attack
    3. Continuous Attacks
    4. Double Kicks
    5. Whirlwind Kick
    6. Felling Attack
    7. Chopping Attack
    8. Gripping Attack


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Single Tiger Emerges from Cave Sequence 1: Top, Middle, Bottom

The middle, top and bottom strikes are implemented in the patterns "Black Tiger Emerges from Cave", "Poisonous Snake Shoots Venom" and "Precious Duck Swims through Lotus" respectively.

Single Tiger Emerges from Cave Sequence 2: Side Attack

The initiator attacks with "Fierce Tiger Speeds through Valley". After deflecting the initial attack, the responder counters with a side attack using "Hang a Golden Star at a Corner".

Single Tiger Emerges From Cave Sequence 3: Continuous Attacks

Both the initiator and the responder use the tactic of continuous attacks. Notice that they cover themselves well before continuing their attack.

Single Tiger Emerges From Cave Sequence 4: Double Kicks

Using double kicks in continuous attacks is a formidable tactic. Many people can be caught by surprise.

Single Tiger Emerges From Cave Sequence 5: Whirlwind Kick

A whirlwind kick is a powerful attack. A good counter is to avoid it and strike the kicking leg.

Single Tiger Emerges From Cave Sequence 6: Felling Attack

The initiator attempts to fell the responder using "Fell Tree with Roots". The responder steps over the attacker's leg and counters with a whirlwind kick.

Single Tiger Emerges From Cave Sequence 7: Chopping Attack

What would you do if your opponent pulls you down and simultaneously chops at your head? You can neutralize his attack and counter with an organ-seeking kick.

Single Tiger Emerges From Cave Sequence 8: Gripping Attack

An opponent grips your hand and chops at your head. Using body-movement you can neutralize his attack and grip his hand in return.


You can view all the above videos here or on another webpage

Shaolin 8 Distilled Combat Sequences from Wong Kiew Kit on Vimeo.

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