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From this emerged a system of martial arts that has become famous the world over. The Jow Ga system can be referred to as a Shaolin-based system in that its roots are connected directly to both the Northern and Southern Shaolin temples but its creation did not originate within the temple.

The creation of Jow Ga kung fu can be attributed to two Southern Styles and one Northern.

One of the Southern styles is the Hung Ga system which traces its roots back to the Southern Shaolin Temple located in the Fukien province.

Hung Hei Gun who was a tea merchant in Fukien acquired his knowledge from Gee Sim who was a monk from the Southern Shaolin temple. The system is known as one of the five family systems of southern China. The other four family styles are Choy Ga, Lau Ga, Li Ga, and Mok Ga with Hung Ga becoming the most famous of the five.

Hung Ga is famous for its rock solid stances and powerful punches. The hand techniques are based on the five animal styles of Shaolin Kung fu. They are the Tiger, which promotes strength and courage; the Crane, which teaches balance and finesse; the Leopard, which teaches speed and aggression; the Snake, which trains relaxation and accuracy in striking; and the Dragon, which cultivates the spirit and teaches breath control.