Hung Gar - Taming the Tiger
Taming the Tiger is the foundation form for Hung Gar. It introduces the practitioner to the low stances of Hung Gar and helps develop the strength needed to be a proficient martial artist. Often described as the ‘root of the tree form’ of the hung gar school
Hung Gar - Tiger and Crane
Tiger and Crane is higher up the so-called ‘tree’ and introduces the famed ten tigers and crane strikes. This form is where the practitioner has the chance to learn more about fighting but dutiful study is needed to unlock the secrets within.
NeiGong - Iron Body
Nei Gong is a fighting form of Qi Gong. It is one of my favourite forms because of the many benefits it offers when practiced consistently. The form has a healing element as well as a strengthening one. I credit this form to keeping me emotionally balanced as well. It is said if practiced correctly under certain conditions the practitioner can attain the ‘Iron Body’ which is impervious to punches or heavy blows.
Yang Style TaiChi - 108 Form
Of the Tai Chi forms I teach, this is the one I recommend most for beginners. It is a classic form with a lot of history and many different variations. Tennyson looked at all forms from a combat point of view so the way we practice it is like any other Tai Chi form but it is quite clear what the moves are for. The main benefit I’ve noted from this form is the deep root feeling throughout. A deep root is essential to draw energy or chi from the earth while giving you a sense similar to that of a tree. Flexibility while remaining centred.
Taoist Spiritual TaiChi
This beautiful form is a more advanced style of Tai Chi. It has a long but mysterious history and is not widely known. It’s quite possible that Tennyson’s students may be the only ones teaching this in the world. I recommend this form to any practitioner that has mastered the basic forms and are looking for something a little more challenging. The poetic and philosophical nature of this form takes your mind away from daily cares and offers a sanctuary while practicing.
Chen Style TaiChi - Cannon Fist
This short form allows the practitioner to feel the explosive power of fa jing that an experienced Tai Chi student should be able to generate. The Cannon Fist form is the seventh set of a longer form. This form is different to the popular yang-style but nevertheless, this form is for those who are interested in tapping into the power of their Tai Chi.
MOK GAR
Mok Gar is one of the 5 major forms of Southern Shaolin Kung Fu. Said to be created by Monk Mok Ta Shi, Mok Gar has played a significant role in the lineage of Hung Gar, influencing Wong Fei Hung through his fourth wife, Mok Kwai-lan. This form is called The Wooden Dummy Form and is excellent for in fighting or close contact. While practicing you visualise you have a wooden dummy in front of you. All the moves learnt can then be practiced on a dummy.
LAu GAR
Lau Gar or Leopard form is decended from one of the five schools of shaolin. The practitioners of this form were notorious for their domination of the wharves of Hong Kong. This relatively short form is quick, precise and powerful.
CHOY Li FUT
Choy Li Fut was named after two of the five surviving shaolin masters. Choy and Li’s individual styles weren’t as affective as other schools but became more popular when they combined. The style is known for it’s powerful strikes and is a long range style from both Northern and Southern Shaolin schools. Choy Li Fut is an external martial art and makes use of many weapon forms. As with all the forms taught by Tennyson he only taught us the best form from each of the schools.