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Kung Fu: What Do I Need To Start Kung Fu?



Since there are so many different forms of kung fu, one would assume that there is a wide array of kung fu supplies. To some extent, this is accurate. Kung fu arts that deal with grabbing and seizing an opponent will use an eagle catcher spring device intended for strengthening grip. Arts such as wing chun which rely on short punches will strike wall bags to enhance performance.

Martial Arts such as hung gar will use all types of conditioning and toughening devices that are custom made. In general, all arts will use a similar uniform along with light shoes. Ultimately, the supplies you need will be based on the specific art that you study.

Kung fu is probably the least expensive of all martial arts systems to train in. Most schools merely require the purchase of a uniform and light shoes which are far lighter and less costly that karate or judo gis. In some schools, a traditional buttoned kung fu shirt is worn. But, in a great many schools, a simple T-shirt bearing the school’s name and logo is substituted.

By and large, it probably would cost less than $60 to procure all the items needed to perform in a class. Of course, membership fees are not included in this figure and their amount will depend on the particular school you are signing on with.

So, when you have your first class you will be ready to go. Although the classes and training may be hard stick to it and work through it and you will be happy you did!