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Drunken Kung Fu is not a system in Chinese
Martial Arts, but a fighting form of Chinese Kung
Fu. There are many various Northern and
Southern Drunken Kung Fu forms. The
description and movements of this style
symbolize a person who is under the influence,
and the movements as well as the practitioner
look clumsy and relaxed.
Legend has it that once a practitioner was
involved in combat, he would perform far better
if he had a drink between his countering and
attacking. During the form there is a lot of
'preparing for a toast' postures asking for a refill.
The hand and finger positioning demonstrate as
if the practitioner is holding a cup.
It is a very effective system when used as the
Drunken practitioners movements of attack and
defense constantly surprise your opponent. Our