In Wing Chun, "pak sau" (also spelled "bak sao") is a blocking technique used to deflect an incoming attack. It is typically used to defend against punches and other strikes, and involves using the inside of the forearm to redirect the attack away from the body.
To perform the pak sau, the practitioner brings their arm up and across their body, with the elbow bent and the forearm facing upwards. The hand is positioned so that the palm is facing towards the attacker and the fingertips are pointing towards the ground. The practitioner then uses their body weight and arm strength to deflect the incoming attack by pushing it away from their body.
The pak sau is often used in combination with other Wing Chun techniques, such as the tan sau (palm up block) and the fook sau (covering hand). It is an important technique for developing control and awareness of an opponent's attacks, as well as for setting up counterattacks.
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