Lau Gar\ Hung Gar\ Wing Chun\ Tsun Cha??

Discussion in 'Kung Fu' started by Shou Tu, Jun 12, 2004.

  1. wcrevdonner

    wcrevdonner Valued Member

    Not too much evidence? Meaning that there is some? If you said that gar means family, would that also mean that the lau family came to England solely?
     
  2. CFT

    CFT Valued Member

    I assume that Andy means that the sole lineage holder of Lau Gar, Jeremy Yau, resides in the UK and that there are no "competing" lineages outside of the UK?
     
  3. Shou Tu

    Shou Tu New Member

    Lau Gar I havent seen any teachers or schools in my area so I dont know about lineage.

    I believe what Andy is saying that the Lau Gar spoken about on MAP is that of UK lineage . But like i said im still learning about it and will take a misquote if im wrong.
     
  4. Andy Murray

    Andy Murray Sadly passed away. Rest In Peace.

    Nope. :D
     
  5. bcullen

    bcullen They are all perfect.


    Yep, its mostly associated with Wing Chun but other styles use it as well.
    Hung Gar is mostly hand techniques and low kicks (often to the legs) so there is a vague similarity in function between Hung Gar and Wing Chun. The dummy provides an obstacle to practice the form against before moving on to sparring. It lets you get a concept of what can be done with the techniques as well, and of course there's the conditioning aspect too.
     
  6. CFT

    CFT Valued Member

    Doh!!! Not going to try mind-reading again ...
     
  7. blue-sash

    blue-sash Banned Banned

    Chi Sao in Lau Gar.

    I've been told by my Sifu that the Chi Sao competition is restricted to Black sash only. It is a test of skill based on using techniques from the forms, with no protective equipment.
    I watched the Chi Sao at the last bkfa nationals, and was very impressed with the usage of throws, locks, and some pretty cool looking kung fu techniques.

    We practice chi sao in class. it is a very difficult exercise, and often seems to result in me getting some nasty bruises.

    The "sticky" part comes from attempting to maintain contact with your opponent, but it is very different from WC Chi Sao. More like free sparring, with kung fu techniques.

    I see what you are trying to say with the "missing the whole point" comment, but it is not a sensitivity drill like in WC, or "pushing hands" in TJQ.

    I think there are several interpretations of the term "Chi Sao".

    hope this helps your understanding.
    DAVE.
     
  8. Andy Murray

    Andy Murray Sadly passed away. Rest In Peace.

    Thanks ever so much! :D
     
  9. blue-sash

    blue-sash Banned Banned

    No problem at all Andy.
    It's a pleasure to help with your education.

    If there is anything else you don't understand regarding Lau Gar Kuen, please feel free to ask.

    I took it initially that as you did not understand about Chi Sau, that you were not a practitioner of Lau Gar, although after reading some of your posts I now see that you do have some knowledge of the style.
    My apologies if i implied any ignorance on your part.


    Anyway glad to help mate.
    Dave
     
  10. Andy Murray

    Andy Murray Sadly passed away. Rest In Peace.

    ROFLMAO :p

    Colin Mckenzie put you up to this right?

    Bwahahahaaaaaaaaaaaa! :p
     
  11. blue-sash

    blue-sash Banned Banned

    Andy,
    Put up to what?
    I take it you know my Sifu then.
    Colin is my sifu, but he has not asked me to do anything?????

    I'm a little confused. All I did was try to clarify a point about Chi Sau.


    By the way what does ROFLMAO mean?

    Dave :(
     
    Last edited: Jun 22, 2004
  12. Andy Murray

    Andy Murray Sadly passed away. Rest In Peace.

    ROFLMAO means rolling on the floor laughing my ass off.

    Colin would dispute it, but I'm a Black Sash in Lau Gar, and have also trained in Wing Chun.

    I know a thing or two about Chi Sau and what goes on at the LG nationals mate. :D
     
  13. blue-sash

    blue-sash Banned Banned

    Oh! In that case I see why you were a little off with me.
    I didn't realise that you were a black sash in Lau Gar Kuen.
    Dave.
     
  14. Andy Murray

    Andy Murray Sadly passed away. Rest In Peace.

    I'm not off with you mate, though I doubt Colin would enjoy hearing my name mentioned.

    I officially retired from LG a year or so ago.
    My take on some of the syllabus is a little off track for some, but if you ever need a second opinion, let me know. ;)
     
  15. Shou Tu

    Shou Tu New Member

    Andy when you coming to the states??
     
  16. Andy Murray

    Andy Murray Sadly passed away. Rest In Peace.

    I'm re-negotiating with my employers at the moment.
    One of the things I'm trying to wangle is a trip across there. ;)
     
  17. Mrs Owt

    Mrs Owt New Member

    Well if you get as far as the states - don't ignore us Canadians!!
     
  18. Andy Murray

    Andy Murray Sadly passed away. Rest In Peace.

    It's hard enough to do that from over here as it is! :p
     
  19. Mrs Owt

    Mrs Owt New Member

    Ouch! :(
     
  20. Andy Murray

    Andy Murray Sadly passed away. Rest In Peace.

    Hey, I didn't mean you.

    We made you an honorary Scot when you were over. ;)
     

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