Chum Kiu (Second Form)

Of course, one cannot fight effectively from a stationary position, so in Chum Kiu we learn to apply the arm movements from Siu Nim Tao, along with pivoting the body and stepping. Much emphasis is directed to maintaining correct tai gung, (drawing energy up through the spine and centre of the body, and using that energy to expand the joints), while performing the form. The movements in chum kiu are more easily recognisable  as fighting techniques.