Fut Gar Martial Arts

A style of Southern Chinese martial arts referred to as "Fut Gar" is alternatively called "Buddha Palm" or "Buddha Family Style." Mok Gar, along with Hung Gar, Lau Gar, and Choy Gar, is regarded as one of the five principal Southern Shaolin techniques.

Fut Gar is distinguished by its potent manual maneuvers, most notably the "Buddha Palm" strike, which is executed with a palm strike resembling that of a clasped fist. Additionally, agility, powerful postures, and intricate footwork are emphasized. The training approach integrates both internal and external training modalities, encompassing physical conditioning to enhance strength and stamina and qigong for the cultivation of internal energy.

Fut Gar, similar to numerous conventional martial arts, emphasizes moral and philosophical principles alongside combat techniques, with the dual objective of nurturing the practitioner's character and physical prowess. Its lineage and history are extensive, dating back to the Southern Shaolin Temple in the Chinese province of Fujian. Presently, martial artists worldwide engage in its practice, with a particular emphasis on communities residing in Southeast Asia and the Chinese diaspora.