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Hu Zhua (Tiger Claw)

Open-Hand Striking / Tearing

Hu Zhua (Tiger Claw)

  1. 01

    Begin from a deep stance (such as Hung Gar Ma Bu).

  2. 02

    Curve fingers tightly at the interphalangeal joints, firming the palm base into a rigid claw frame.

  3. 03

    Drive the palm heel forward into the opponent's face, jaw, or chest.

  4. 04

    Upon contact, rake the flexed fingers downward or inward against soft target areas.

  5. 05

    Retract the claw hand rapidly into chamber while stepping forward with the opposite side.

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