In this lesson you will learn how to move backwards. ( in chinese: Hou Hua Bu )Basically it's the same as moving forward, only that now the back leg moves slightly before the front leg moves. Keep your upperbody upright and don't whip forward or back. Keep your fists up and look stright forward. ( see sanda fighting stance ) Move on the balls of your feet, but keep your heels pretty close to the floor. Don't stand up too much and avoid closing your legs. The distance between your feet should not change much. Don't hop too high. If there is too much up and down, you might not be able to change direction fast enough in case your opponent attacks you. Skip back fast and flat. Practice, practice, practice !

Animated Sanda Lessons:

Sanda Main

Sanda Fighting Stance

Performed by: Li Xin
Coach: Zhou Zhang Yong - Song Jiang Wushu School