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Drunken Monkey : I believe that what you explained as structure is likely to be the same thing I was mentioning . When I mean fighting stance ,I refer to the things you mentioned ,how high your centre is ,side movements or direct in-out ,wether you fight close range fingers - elbows or tae kwon do - style kicks etc . Sorry for using the wrong words ,thnaks or helping me clearing out the topic

I agree . Nevertheless ,the basic core of your fighting must depend on a standard formula ,otherwise ,I don't thing you can expert a lot in street fighting

My objective opinion after having studied Shun tao hu Kung fu and Okinawan Tai Karate Do is the following : - No technique is best for every man and situation - Most battles depend on the circumstances (only when both fighters know how to fight) - Since nothing is perfect find what you think fits best in your character/body and try to perfect in it .Then search and fill your technique's gaps with simple effective techniques .(requires MANY years ... ) - I prefer Chinese Martial arts because of their natural flow and detailed technique .Eventually ,after some time you will learn finger techniques ,chi flow and you will have a great variety of techniques to choose from .But remember : "You learn 1000 techniques ,you become expert in 100 ,you automate (light speed) 10" - Karate is too linear for my appetite and judgement(not even talking about kickboxing) . - Never believe you can fight anyone ,no matter your level .Remember :circumstances

An interesting subject to be discussed here . I would like to know your opinions about which stance from any chinese combat system/style you prefer when fighting either training or in the street . My opinion is a blend of the traditional snake - tiger styles . quick - accurate hands with "spear palms" ,and the traditional tiger footwork ,emphasizing on side movement .