Pak Hok Pai - Basic Fists 

+Damien Bennett Hi Damien, glad to hear you liked the introduction. I look forward to meeting you soon, you are most welcome to come try out a class and talk to us about our kung fu.

Brad Dotten watered down? No, it's a sample of some of the basics. I have respect for Sifu Ken Dicksen, were you one of his students? I am not holding my breath, I had a cold and edited out some coughing so maybe that is what you are picking up on. sloppy and no control? A little harsh Brad.

I watched another form as well (with the work out balls in the background). I didn't see anything different. You energy is in your chest. For real power you need to sink to Dan Tien. I respect that you are carrying on the teachings but there was no one like Sifu. You lack power. That is what I mean by watered down.

Brad Dotten ok, thanks for clarifying what you mean. I understand where power generation comes from, and I appreciate where your criticism comes from.

TWC Kung Fu Canada I would have to agree with Brad Dotten to a degree. There is a disconnect between your body and your arm movements. If you were to stop twisting your strike should also stop at the same time, they are connected, your twisting should power all strikes, it's where the power comes from, otherwise you are just flailing. It's very evident at the end of the video where the guy is striking the mitts. Your twisting is good, just got to connect to it....it's a VERY common mistake, some people never really get it no matter how many times you explain it. I don't like to criticise when you're obviously trying so hard but this is how the style can be weakened as your students will copy you. Wishing you well....

I agree and just came here to voice my annoyance with this video. This guy is not in a position to make demonstration videos and needs more training. Sloppy, too much thought, lacking the "flow" or whatever one might call what we both observed!

That's a rather powerful critique. Can you show us your video of the same material and show us you know what you're talking about?

Hi TheBhannah, no, I do not practice 8 treasures chi gong. Our Chi Gong practice is with three sets: white crane breath (Pak Hok Gung - 白鶴功), white tiger breath (Pak Fu Gong - 白虎功) and Needle in Cotton set (Min Lay Chum - 棉里針).

You are most fortunate to have practiced these motions from Si-Gung Chow. I met him only once about 5 years ago, he was a very nice man. 8 treasures is a popular set and good to practice. If you are ever in Edmonton you are most welcome to join the group and practice Cotton Needle. Our Pak Hok curriculum can be found on this webpage: www.twckungfu.com/energizer/Curriculum/curriculum.html

+Donato Abbate thanks Donato

It’s best if you can find someone local to teach you. It is very hard to learn online. Good luck!