Choy Lai Fut Martial Arts Hall - Traditional Chinese Lion Dance Program

Choy Lai Fut may also be written as Choyleefut, Choy Lee Fut, Choy Lay Fut, Choi Lay Fut. It is a traditional system of kungfu (Chinese martial arts).

Kungfu in Vancouver, Canada -- Learn traditional Chinese martial arts and self defence skills here in Richmond.

Martial arts and self-defence (self defence) lessons taught by two women in Richmond (Vancouver), Canada.

Kungfu (martial arts) classes and self defence programs taught in Richmond (Vancouver), Canada. We specialize in the traditional Chinese system of Choy Lai Fut (Choyleefut).

Female instructors teaching the art of Chinese kungfu - the Choy Lai Fut (Choyleefut) system and self defence skills. We are located in Richmond (Vancouver), Canada, and are dedicated to improving the overall fitness and confidence in all of our students.

Women, men, and children can learn Chinese martial arts and self defence skills here at the Choy Lai Fut Martial Arts Hall. The school is taught by two women who believe in working on self confidence, strength, overall fitness, and discipline in all of our students.

Learn Chinese martial arts in a comfortable, supportive setting. Our instructors are female, and we encourage all women to learn martial arts and self defence skills.

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Traditional Lion Dance

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Traditional Lion Dance Training

Chinese traditions, Chinese culture.
If you have ever been to the New Year's parade in Chinatown, you will have seen the lions in action. The lion dance was and still is an important part of the Chinese culture. Many people request lion dance performances for grand openings, weddings, and other celebrations.

The traditional southern Chinese lion consists of a papier mache head supported by a bamboo frame, with an intricately embroidered fabric tail attached. One lion is manned by two people, and is accompanied by a musical team made up of a drummer, gong player, and one or more cymbal players.

In our program, you will have the opportunity to learn all the various parts of the lion dance team. Training as the lion "head" or "tail" is actually demanding work, but is excellent as a way to strengthen the back, shoulders, arms, and legs! It also builds incredible stamina and endurance. As well, you will be taking part in various performances throughout the year - so you will learn to work as part of a close-knit team.

(Note: you DON'T have to be Chinese to take part - everyone is welcome!)

So what's the difference between a lion and a dragon, anyway?
Glad you asked. A lion consists of two people only. A dragon is usually very long, and is held up by anywhere from ten to over a hundred people! The dragon is also usually led by a person holding up the "dragon pearl", which is a metal frame or papier mache sphere at the end of a long pole.

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