Hung Kuen Leeds - Ettiqette

Etiquette

All new members please read and take note!

Introduction

The translation of Hung Kuen is Family (Hung Family) Fist (Kuen). The literal meaning of `family' is applied when practising this style of Shaolin Kung Fu; that is to say, individual students training at their clubs; both nationally and internationally, are one family. Thus reflecting this, we all treat each other as brothers and sisters, whatever is our race, creed or gender. If there are any personal differences between students outside the training room, that is where they are left.

Here are a few notes on how the etiquette and discipline of Hung Kuen Shaolin Kung Fu is practiced:
The philosophy of Hung Kuen is to have a natural balance on the approach it takes towards discipline and etiquette, not in a regimental way as, say, found in other martial arts e.g. the Japanese and the Korean. Comparatively the approach is more relaxed and friendly yet retaining a serious level of discipline.
The etiquette of Hung Kuen applies to all students. This is shown in the salutation or the bow; being the foremost way of showing respect to one another practising the art. There are many different forms of bowing; in Hung Kuen we show our respect by bowing in a short gestured movement. This is done by the left palm and the right upturned fist meeting together in the centre at a short distance away from the chest and then with a short bow.
The Shaolin meaning of this particular salutation represents the fist as the warrior and the palm as the scholar meeting together in harmony.

The utmost respect must be shown to Grandmaster Cheong and Master Ang at all times, even when they seem relaxed.

Training Room

When entering and leaving the training room (this also includes tournaments and gradings) the student should bow. This shows respect to Grandmaster Cheong, Master Ang and/or whoever is the senior grade (instructor).
While students are waiting for the class or grading to start; as Master Ang or the senior instructor enters, all should face round and bow. This is prompted by the senior grade or instructor present.

At the beginning and the end of the class students fall into lines with the senior grade always to the right hand side. The senior will begin the class with the words "Face Master Ang/instructor, bow", where the class will bow to Master Ang or the instructor. At the end of the class the sentence and bow is repeated, followed by the second most senior saying "Face senior, bow" where all will bow to the most senior of the class.

It is not good etiquette to arrive late for the class. This shows lack of respect for the style, instructor and fellow students. If arriving late the student should bow on entering then bow to Master Ang/instructor/senior grade, proceeding to the top left hand corner of the training room and bow into the class. After this the student(s) should move the back of the room and warm up by themselves unless prompted by the instructor. Once they are warm the instructor will invite them to join in with the rest of the class.

A student should not become complacent because a senior or contemporary is a sibling or good friend in or outside the training room. This should be reflected when training together by bowing at the start and the finish of a particular exercise or application. Also, when shown a technique or given guidance by a senior this should be acknowledged by a bow and a verbal gesture.

Tournament

During tournaments students should follow the same etiquette and discipline as learnt and practised in the training room.

Forms Competition

A bow/salutation should be given at the start and the end of the movement. This is generally prompted by the senior grade present.

Sparring Competition

At the start of the bout three bows/salutations should be given. The first is given to the chief judge (Master Ang), followed by another towards the referee and the finally to the opposing competitor. The bow is then repeated at the end of the first round and at the beginning of the second round. At the end of the second round the referee will prompt the competitors to bow to each other and then kneel down and face the chief judge (Master Ang) and await the result of the bout. Once the result has been given both competitors should exchange pleasantries and go to their opponent\'s corner and bow to their team captains.
The student/competitor should always act in a respectful manner towards all involved i.e. the chief judge, referee, corner judges and fellow competitors.
During the tournament students should not walk across the matted area or in front of any of the judges.

Destruction Competition

The competitor should first set up the boards in the relevant positions and when ready to start they should turn to Master Ang and bow. Once all the boards are broken and/or the competitor has finished, they must face Master Ang and bow again.

No foul language or offensive movement of any part of the body should be made at any time during the tournament (this of course applies to other locations/situations such as the training room, gradings and demonstrations).

Gradings

Silence must be kept while the grading is in progress.
At the start of each particular grade e.g. White, 1st Yellow, etc., the candidates must bow to Master Ang when prompted by the Blackbelt demonstrator. At the end of each particular grade this is also repeated. The top right hand corner candidate will then prompt their fellow candidates to bow to the Blackbelt.
Students, whether participating or not in the grading, should wait for a suitable break in which to enter or leave the room i.e. the break between two particular grades e.g. between 2nd Yellow and 1st Green.

Further Notes

Uniform

• A full uniform is required at all times; when taking part in a class, for gradings, demonstrations or competing in a tournament. During the summer months `Hung Kuen' T-shirts may be worn. If an incomplete uniform is worn, e.g. the belt is missing, then the student should stand at the back of the class during the line up for start and finish of the class.
• No shoes, socks, watches or jewellery of any kind should be worn during training sessions, gradings or competitions.
• Contact lenses or glasses may be worn.

Personal Health and Hygiene

• It is the student's responsibility to inform the instructor of any health problems or injuries prior to participating in classes, gradings or competitions.
• Fingernails and toenails should be kept clean and neatly trimmed. Long hair should be tied back.
• Care should be taken over body and foot odour.
• No eating during training sessions.

General

• Mobile phones should be turned off during training sessions, gradings and tournaments.
• All instructors will be police checked through the criminal records bureau.

If you have read through all that give yourself a pat on the back.



- Home - Information - Training Time - News - Tournament - Ettiquette - Gallery - Video - Contact - Links	Etiquette All new members please read and take note! Introduction The translation of Hung Kuen is Family (Hung Family) Fist (Kuen). The literal meaning of `family' is applied when practising this style of Shaolin Kung Fu; that is to say, individual students training at their clubs; both nationally and internationally, are one family. Thus reflecting this, we all treat each other as brothers and sisters, whatever is our race, creed or gender. If there are any personal differences between students outside the training room, that is where they are left. Here are a few notes on how the etiquette and discipline of Hung Kuen Shaolin Kung Fu is practiced: The philosophy of Hung Kuen is to have a natural balance on the approach it takes towards discipline and etiquette, not in a regimental way as, say, found in other martial arts e.g. the Japanese and the Korean. Comparatively the approach is more relaxed and friendly yet retaining a serious level of discipline. The etiquette of Hung Kuen applies to all students. This is shown in the salutation or the bow; being the foremost way of showing respect to one another practising the art. There are many different forms of bowing; in Hung Kuen we show our respect by bowing in a short gestured movement. This is done by the left palm and the right upturned fist meeting together in the centre at a short distance away from the chest and then with a short bow. The Shaolin meaning of this particular salutation represents the fist as the warrior and the palm as the scholar meeting together in harmony. The utmost respect must be shown to Grandmaster Cheong and Master Ang at all times, even when they seem relaxed. Training Room When entering and leaving the training room (this also includes tournaments and gradings) the student should bow. This shows respect to Grandmaster Cheong, Master Ang and/or whoever is the senior grade (instructor). While students are waiting for the class or grading to start; as Master Ang or the senior instructor enters, all should face round and bow. This is prompted by the senior grade or instructor present. At the beginning and the end of the class students fall into lines with the senior grade always to the right hand side. The senior will begin the class with the words "Face Master Ang/instructor, bow", where the class will bow to Master Ang or the instructor. At the end of the class the sentence and bow is repeated, followed by the second most senior saying "Face senior, bow" where all will bow to the most senior of the class. It is not good etiquette to arrive late for the class. This shows lack of respect for the style, instructor and fellow students. If arriving late the student should bow on entering then bow to Master Ang/instructor/senior grade, proceeding to the top left hand corner of the training room and bow into the class. After this the student(s) should move the back of the room and warm up by themselves unless prompted by the instructor. Once they are warm the instructor will invite them to join in with the rest of the class. A student should not become complacent because a senior or contemporary is a sibling or good friend in or outside the training room. This should be reflected when training together by bowing at the start and the finish of a particular exercise or application. Also, when shown a technique or given guidance by a senior this should be acknowledged by a bow and a verbal gesture. Tournament During tournaments students should follow the same etiquette and discipline as learnt and practised in the training room. Forms Competition A bow/salutation should be given at the start and the end of the movement. This is generally prompted by the senior grade present. Sparring Competition At the start of the bout three bows/salutations should be given. The first is given to the chief judge (Master Ang), followed by another towards the referee and the finally to the opposing competitor. The bow is then repeated at the end of the first round and at the beginning of the second round. At the end of the second round the referee will prompt the competitors to bow to each other and then kneel down and face the chief judge (Master Ang) and await the result of the bout. Once the result has been given both competitors should exchange pleasantries and go to their opponent\'s corner and bow to their team captains. The student/competitor should always act in a respectful manner towards all involved i.e. the chief judge, referee, corner judges and fellow competitors. During the tournament students should not walk across the matted area or in front of any of the judges. Destruction Competition The competitor should first set up the boards in the relevant positions and when ready to start they should turn to Master Ang and bow. Once all the boards are broken and/or the competitor has finished, they must face Master Ang and bow again. No foul language or offensive movement of any part of the body should be made at any time during the tournament (this of course applies to other locations/situations such as the training room, gradings and demonstrations). Gradings Silence must be kept while the grading is in progress. At the start of each particular grade e.g. White, 1st Yellow, etc., the candidates must bow to Master Ang when prompted by the Blackbelt demonstrator. At the end of each particular grade this is also repeated. The top right hand corner candidate will then prompt their fellow candidates to bow to the Blackbelt. Students, whether participating or not in the grading, should wait for a suitable break in which to enter or leave the room i.e. the break between two particular grades e.g. between 2nd Yellow and 1st Green. Further Notes Uniform • A full uniform is required at all times; when taking part in a class, for gradings, demonstrations or competing in a tournament. During the summer months `Hung Kuen' T-shirts may be worn. If an incomplete uniform is worn, e.g. the belt is missing, then the student should stand at the back of the class during the line up for start and finish of the class. • No shoes, socks, watches or jewellery of any kind should be worn during training sessions, gradings or competitions. • Contact lenses or glasses may be worn. Personal Health and Hygiene • It is the student's responsibility to inform the instructor of any health problems or injuries prior to participating in classes, gradings or competitions. • Fingernails and toenails should be kept clean and neatly trimmed. Long hair should be tied back. • Care should be taken over body and foot odour. • No eating during training sessions. General • Mobile phones should be turned off during training sessions, gradings and tournaments. • All instructors will be police checked through the criminal records bureau. If you have read through all that give yourself a pat on the back.
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