Hop Gar Kung Fu

aster Sifu Ku also combines the Hop Gar hands with the Shaolin legs to enhance the style. Hop Gar training promotes a high-level of physical and mental health conditioning. Exercises involve high repetition of circular and extension movements of the joints to strengthen tendons and connective tissues. Twisting the upper and lower parts of the body on the balls of the feet with the head facing straight ahead combined with breathing techniques exercises the internal organs and increases strength and flexibility of the spine. Movements of the arms, legs and waist aid in expanding and contracting the lungs increasing oxygen supply to the blood. These exercises are designed to relax the nerves muscles and tendons while increasing the capacity of the lungs to utilize oxygen. Proper oxygen levels in the blood are vital to complete circulation of the blood and internal energy (chi).