Brief History
What is now known as Fu Jow Pai (Tiger Claw Sect) was originally named Hark Fu Moon (Cantonese) or the Black Tiger System. Then it was known for a time as the Tiger Claw Sect of the Hoy Hong Temple. This was to commemorate the first generation founders experience as …
Hand Strength in Fu Jow Pai
Hand Strength in Fu-Jow Pai By Sifu Julian K. Duran Hand strength is measured in two fundamental ways: grip strength and resistance to impact. What is meant by grip strength is obvious; it is the ability to apply force with the fingers to hold on to an object with controlling …
Flexibility and Fu-Jow Pai
The cornerstone of all martial arts is conditioning. Martial artists condition to be strong and flexible. Flexibility is vitally important for ease of movement and to prevent injury. Chinese kung fu is based on demanding stance work that requires flexibility of muscles, tendons and joints. Kicking maneuvers require the leg …