Introduction to Five-Stances Fist (Wu Bu Cheng)

Five-Stances Fist is a foundational Shaolin Kung Fu form that introduces practitioners to the five essential stances of the discipline. Mastering this relatively short form provides the technical base necessary for learning more complex forms and weapons training.

Stance Fundamentals: Crouching and Ball Stances

The crouching stance (Poo Bu) requires the practitioner to rotate the foot fully, keeping the heel grounded when possible. The ball stance (Kung Bao) demands a 90-degree foot rotation with the knee positioned behind the toes and weight centered in the stance.

Horse Stance and Resting Stance

Horse stance (Ma Abo) simulates sitting on an invisible horse, with legs positioned shoulder-width apart and toes pointed slightly outward—avoiding both excessive closeness and overextension. Resting stance (Xie Bu) positions the practitioner on the balls of the feet with the knee elevated above ground, allowing for active balance.

Empty Stance and Stance Transitions

Empty stance presents an intermediate challenge, with the rear leg supporting the body weight while the front leg remains light and elevated on the toes. The distance between legs should measure approximately one to one-and-a-half face widths, with the front knee maintaining an inward turn rather than full closure.

Proper Fist Formation and Upper Body Mechanics

The fist is formed by locking the thumb between the index and middle fingers, creating a solid striking weapon. The elbows remain tucked close to the waist with the shoulders relaxed, allowing defensive movements and proper energy generation from the torso.

Part One: Opening Movement Through Crouching Stance Techniques

The opening sequence combines lateral arm extensions with a left-leg crouching stance, followed by a left-hand block against an imaginary punch. The transition flows through a crouching stance with an overhead chop, then progresses into a ball stance punch generated from lower body weight transfer.

Part Two: Ball Stance Through Horse Stance Combinations

The second section introduces a snap kick at hip level following the ball stance punch, landing into a horse stance punch with the opposite arm blocking or countering. Practitioners execute a pressing block with the arm rotation, moving into a resting stance punch sequence.

Part Three: Advanced Combinations and Finishing Techniques

The final section incorporates a resting stance upward turn flowing into a crouching stance with a chop kick and hand grab. The sequence concludes with a forward knee strike and hook kick, finishing in empty stance with a forward push executed with precise weight distribution.

Shaolin Kung Fu Wushu Basic Form Training For Beginners

Master Song Kung Fu

Standard Bo Sweep

2 min read·8 key moments·PT12M52S video

Key Takeaways

•Introduction to Five-Stances Fist (Wu Bu Cheng)
•Stance Fundamentals: Crouching and Ball Stances
•Horse Stance and Resting Stance
•Empty Stance and Stance Transitions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this video teach about standard bo sweep?

This video covers introduction to five-stances fist (wu bu cheng), stance fundamentals: crouching and ball stances, horse stance and resting stance. It provides detailed instruction from Master Song Kung Fu.

How long does it take to learn standard bo sweep?

The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 8-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.