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Pai Lum Five Animal Techniques

 

The original Shao Lin five animals are: Snake, Tiger, Leopard, Crane and Dragon.  Each animal has distinct characteristics in its fighting theories associated to its nature.  The Tiger fears nothing, therefore, it utilizes its powerful claws and legs to rip and tear its prey.  The leopard stalks its prey until an opening is found.  This big cat then pounces taking  its victim to the ground.  The crane, slight in build, evades and attacks with its pecking beak, flashing wings or strong kicks.  The snake is usually taught to higher level students due the internal training needed to release its venom.  Low stances are utilized as the snake waits for its opponent to advance.  White snake's head, poison snake and other strikes are used, as well as wrapping up and choking an opponent out.  The Dragon is the most revered of the five animals.  Its claws and strikes are deadly, its whipping kicks are fast and powerful, and its evasion is untouchable.

 

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