Intermediate Solo Sequence for Major Strikes

We have a simple solo sequence, 5-MS, for the 5 Major Strikes that is basically performing each of the major strikes in their order.

Now after some time training with 6-Blocks we can upgrade our practice of the 5 major strikes by combining elements from the 6-Blocks into the sequencing of the major strikes.

And I added one more technique to this sequence as a bridge between the major strikes and the other three solo bridge hand sequences 6-LH, 3-WS and 3-NS. I will call this 6-MS.

In CMA there are three levels of blocking and attacking namely :-
i) Block then counterattack
ii) Block and counterattack at the same time
iii) Move out of the way and counterattack

The sequence of 5-MS focuses on (iii) whereas 6-LH, 3-WS and 3-NS emphasizes (ii). For 6-MS we will have (ii) and (iii).

As usual, use the sticks on the ground as a guide to ensure your stepping is consistent. But do get rid of them as you progress.

6-MS-1
1) Perform right 6-Blk-1 as your right foot steps to your right
2) Pull your right hand back and execute left Yum Chui
3) You can decorate the technique with additional movements later

6-MS-2 with 6-MS-3
1) Perform right 6-Blk-1 as your right foot steps to your right
2) Pull your right hand back and execute left Gwa Chui
3) Your left hand changes to 6-Blk-7 then 6-Blk-8 as your execute right Chau Chui; your body position changes accordingly

6-MS-4
1) Perform right 6-Blk-1 as your right foot steps to your right
2) Pull your right hand back and execute left Gwa Chui
3) Perform 6-Blk-2 with right hand as if clearing the way even as your left hand moves into position
4) Once your left hand has cleared the way quickly execute Sau Chui

6-MS-5
1) Perform right 6-Blk-1 as your right foot steps to your right
2) Pull your right hand back and execute left Charp Chui (this variation is called Fan Chui)
3) As you pull your left hand back to protect your face, execute right Charp Chui
4) As option you can tack on 6-MS-4(3) and 6-MS-4(4)

6-MS-6
1) Perform right 6-Blk-1 as your right foot steps to your right
2) Pull your right hand back and execute left Snake Hand
3) Bring up your right hand over your left hand to trace a semi-circle and execute right Snake Hand
4) Complete the technique with left Snake Hand to target

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