What is Siu Lum?
Siu Lum (Shaolin in Chinese Mandarin) was an ancient Buddhist temple, believed to be the center of China’s boxing activity. The systems are many. In the 16th century, Siu Lum Gung-Fu was systematized into the “Five Forms Fist set”, a series of fighting tactics based on the mannerisms of five animals: the tiger, crane, leopard, snake, and dragon. In our school, the primary method or style of Siu Lum Gung-Fu taught is Hung Kuen Fu Hok Pai (Tiger-Crane). Choy-Li-Fut style is available through workshops and seminars. Does Gung-Fu have a Ranking System? No. However, certificates of proficiency are awarded to those completing our different levels of proficiency. Methods of Practice: Lane’s Tiger & Crane Gung-Fu Academy utilizes four methods of practice: Solo Fist Sets, Prearranged Sparring sets, Free Style Sparring and Traditional Weaponry. Solo Fist Sets Fist sets are the library of knowledge from which the student extracts their offensive and defensive techniques; they are the heart and so
