The Art of Lau Gar
The Grading Syllabus
Sashes run White, Blue, Orange, Green, Yellow, Purple and Brown — then six degrees of Black. Each sash takes a minimum of three months' training up to Brown, then at least 18 months for Black sash — if you're ready, that is. The syllabus covers defence, strikes and traditional weapons.
Grade 1 / 8
White
1st Kup
Min. 3 months
Walks
1- Harng ma ping choiBasic walk and punch
Hand Blocks
2- Jor dong ping choiLeft hand block and punch — No.1
- Yau dong ping choiRight hand block and punch — No.2
Kick Blocks
2- Jor dong yeun takLeft block and turning kick — No.1
- Yau dong tsin takRight block and front kick — No.2
Kicks
3- Tsin takFront kick
- Yeun takTurning kick
- Warng takSide kick
Other
1- Kair ma bo ping choiHorse riding stance and punch
Beyond Black Sash
The journey doesn't end at Black sash — there are six degrees of Black to master, each representing years of dedication to the art of Lau Gar. Gradings are run under the British Kung Fu Association. Speak to Brian to find out when your next grading is.