Shao-lin Kung Fu is the ancient forerunner of Tai Chi Chuan. This form was originally taught to me by Grand Master Ark Wong, who was the first Chinese master to teach Kung Fu to Westerners in the United States. Throughout China, Kung Fu has been practiced for thousands of years as a martial art, as well as an exercise to increase flexibility, coordination, strength, and health. Tai Chi masters of old first mastered basic Kung Fu forms like this one to develop their strength, speed and coordination.