Although rare in the west, the White Crane soft styles are venerated in the east
for their combination of health and self defence.
Russell Suthern teaches the form known as Suang Yang Bei Her Rou Ruan Chuan.
This name means Frost and Sun White Crane Soft and Gentle Art.
The form is supple, fluid, flexible, and continuous and is made of 66 postures.
These postures enable the practitioner to regulate his Chi, to build his body
internally and externally. The breath should coincide with the body movements, the body must be soft, gentle and controlled.
Constant practice will enable the student to develop
intrinsic energy, which can be used for either health or self-defence.
The body becomes soft on the outside, but hard like steel on the inside.
The style is suitable for all ages and people of all abilities.