Video: Bow Stance Basic Training (弓步, gōng bù) by Wudang Way. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.
Technique recap
Bow stance is a long forward stance used across kung fu styles. Practice builds leg strength and rooted power.
3 key details
- Front knee over the ankle.
- Rear leg straight, heel down.
- Hips square forward.
Your 10-minute home drill
- 2:00Hold left
- 2:00Hold right
- 2:00Transition between sides
- 3:00Stance with punches
- 1:00Stretch
Safety
Don't let the knee pass your toes.
Instructor disclaimer
Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.
