11 Movements per side
The forms fit together to explain practical use of a cane or short stick as a weapon. Develops coordination, timing, sense of space, concentration, and an understanding of how to move energy out into an external object. Can be practiced as a solo form.
The cane or short stick was a popular weapon in China because anyone could carry a cane without drawing attention to him. It is said, “Watch out for an old man with a stick”.
This form teaches the three basic levels of attack and defense – high, medium, and low. The Three Powers refers to heaven, earth and man. It can also refer to the triangle, circle, and square, signifying Basic, Fluid, and Integration.
This is a very useful and fun form to learn and practice. There is a transition at the end of each side so this form can be practiced as a round solo or with a partner.
This form can be learned in a short workshop format. I offer it free online and there is also a reference video tape available at the online store.
Side A | Side B | |||
1. Open the Door | 1. Move the Branch Aside | |||
2. Snap the Branch | 2. Stop the Branch | |||
3. Whirlwind | 3. Hit the Snake | |||
4. Ride the Wind | 4. Dragon Attacks | |||
5. Look for the Snake | 5. Ride the Tiger | |||
6. Rising Stick | 6. Eagle Spreads Wings | |||
7. Piercing Stick | 7. Move the Branch Aside | |||
8. Snap the Low Branch | 8. Tornado Raises Dust | |||
9. Snake Attacks the Feet | 9. Snap the Branch | |||
10. Break Branch and Raise Dust | 10. Drop the Stick | |||
11. Protect the Head from the Rain | 11. Snake Bites the Neck | |||
After move 11, A switches to B, starting with move 3, Hit the Snake | After move 11, B switches to A, starting with move 3, Whirlwind. |