At New Life Kung Fu, we do not offer belts or sashes. We offer certifications. Below is the list of certifications we currently have available.
Long Fist Kung Fu Basics Certification
To complete this certification you must be proficient and test the following skills.
- Ready Position
- Ready Stance
- Horse Stance
- Bow Stance
- Tiger Stance
- Rooster Stance
- Tai Chi Stance
- Empty Stance
- Unicorn Stance
- Lotus Stance
- Rest Stance
- Flat Punch
- Vertical Punch
- Back Fist
- Heel Kick
- Toe Kick
- Ramble Kick
- Inward and Outward Blocking
- 3 Star Blocking
- 8 Way Blocking
- Fisted Blocking Drill
Long Fist Kung Fu Tan Tui Certification
To complete this certification you must be proficient and test the following skills.
Tán Tuǐ (traditional Chinese: 彈腿; simplified Chinese: 弹腿; pinyin: TánTuǐ) may refer to a particular style of Chinese Martial Arts (commonly called Kung Fu or Gung Fu (Chinese: 功夫; pinyin: Gōng Fu), but more accurately called Wushu (traditional Chinese: 武術; simplified Chinese: 武术; pinyin: Wŭ shù) bearing the name Tantui, a form(s), set(s) or routine(s) – popularly known by the Japanese term Kata, but the Chinese term is (Chinese: 套路; pinyin: Tào lù) Taolu – bearing this Tantui name in many different styles, or perhaps a specific type of front snap kick – also bearing the Tantui name.
As a form, routine or set, Tantui can be found in many Northern styles of Chinese martial arts. Its prevalence being so widespread, a common saying among Chinese martial artists has evolved: If your Tán Tuǐ is good, your kung fu will be good.
In order to obtain this certification you must have obtained the Basic Certification 1st.
Long Fist Kung Fu Lien Bu Quan Certification
To complete this certification you must be proficient and test the following skills.
Lien Bu Quan was propagated at the Nan Jing Guo Shu Guan and is now practiced in many different Northern Chinese martial arts systems. The routine is one of the centerpieces of foundational training in Northern Shaolin Long Fist.
Lien Bu Quan literally translates to Consecutive or Continuous Linking Step Form. Lien Bu Quan originates from its’ own system of Kung Fu. But, over time it has been generically accepted as a Shaolin Form. This form is still taught today in the Chinese Army and as part of the physical education program in school. Also it is seen as Hsing Yi Form by some schools.
Lien Bu Quan is purported to be named after the south western province which made it famous. Some claim this is also known as Szechwan Linked Fist.
In order to obtain this certification you must have obtained the Tan Tui Certification 1st.
Long Fist Kung Fu Gong Li Quan Certification
To complete this certification you must be proficient and test the following skills.
Gong Li Quan meaning “Power Fist” is a famous routine in Northern Shaolin and is the second routine of the ten fundamental Chinwoo routines. It teaches beginners how to correctly master the posture of various stances and hand techniques such as fist, palm and hook.
Gong Li Quan demands sturdy and proper postures with firm stances. It also requires precise release of strength. Shifting of stance has to be quick and agile, but still maintaining stability. It is good for strengthening the arms, developing waist muscles and improving stances.
In order to obtain this certification you must have obtained the Lien Bu Quan Certification 1st.
Kung Fu Staff/Gun Certification
To complete this certification you must be proficient and test the following skills.
- 20 Basic Staff Skills
- Qi Mei Gun
- Yin Shou Gun
In order to obtain this certification you must have obtained the Gong Li Quan Certification 1st. For those wanting private lessons, there is no pre-certification for this certification.
Taiji Ji Ben Gong Certification
To complete this certification you must be proficient and test the following skills.
- Ji Ben Gong 13 Warm Up Set
- 6 Zhang Zhuang Postures
- Song Shen Wu Fa Set
There is no pre-certification for this certification.
Taiji Yang 37 Short Form Certification
To complete this certification you must be proficient and test the following skills.
- Road 1
- Road 2
- Road 3
- Road 4
In order to obtain this certification you must have obtained the Ji Ben Gong Certification 1st.
Taiji Push Hands Certification
To complete this certification you must be proficient and test the following skills.
All Push Hands Partner Drills
