Curriculum

Eight Animals. Eight Methods.

Neoclassical methods of training rooted in classical Chinese martial arts and adapted for practical applications.

The Philosophy of the Style

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Baat Ying Baat Faat, 八形八法, means Eight Animals Eight Methods. The system preserves classical Chinese martial arts while asking each student to look beyond memorized movements. Forms, drills, conditioning, and partner practice are all tools for understanding how the art works. Each animal teaches a different expression of movement, strategy, and energy. Each method develops a different way of applying power, timing, control, or adaptation. The goal is not simply to collect techniques, but to understand the principles behind them and make them useful in practical training.

Training in Practice

Balanced training. Practical application. Lifelong study.

Student practicing kung fu forms

Forms & Basics

Build structure, posture, stance work, footwork, breath work and essential techniques.

Two students practicing partner drills

Partner Drills

Develop timing, distance, control, and understanding of practical applications.

Students sparring with protective gear

Controlled Sparring

Test skills safely and build confidence. Develop strategy, and learn composure under pressure.

Students practicing staff techniques

Weapons Practice

Expand coordination, distance management, timing, and tactical understanding.

Student practicing applied technique with protective equipment

Applied Technique

Bridge the gap between forms and live practice through focused training.

Adults practicing martial arts together

All Ages Welcome

Train in a respectful community that supports every stage of life.

 

The Eight Animals

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Dragon

(Lung Ying Kune) 

Flowing power and seizing.

Tiger icon

Tiger

(Fu Ying Kune) 

Power and raking force.

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Snake

(Sei Ying Kune) 

Angular precision.

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Crane

(Hok Ying Kune) 

Soft redirection and impact.

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Leopard

(Pau Ying Kune) 

Relentless penetrating blows.

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Ape

(Dai Yeun  Kune) 

Crushing power.

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Monkey

(Hau  Kune) 

Grappling and aggressive mobility.

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Phoenix

(Fong Wong  Kune) 

Precision striking.

The Eight Methods

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Continuous Palm

(Lin Wan Jiang  ) 

Relentless palm striking.

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Soft

(Yao  Kune) 

Relaxation and internal development.

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Hard

(Gong  Kune)) 

External power.

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Power Breathing

(Gung Lek Kune) 

Breath and tension control.

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Grappling & Seizing

(Kam Na) 

Joint locks and control.

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Drunken

(Dui Kune) 

Broken rhythm and deceptive movement.

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Short Strikes

(Duin Da) 

Close-range efficiency.

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Kicking

(Tui Faat) 

Balance, flexibility, and decisive leg attacks.

Train with Purpose.
Study the Complete System.