The Ten Movements of the Snake is a pattern of movements that is designed to move the practitioner into the proper stance or position, to deliver an effective strike and to keep one from being a target in combat. It is also designed to create fighting rhythm and spirit within the practitioner. It enables each partner to practice offense and defense moves with a moving opponent. There are ten sections of this poomse, each having two parts, which should be practiced in the left and right fighting stance. Combined, there are a total of twenty techniques. Once these sections are mastered, they should be performed with a partner full contact, in full protective body and head gear.

THE BASIC TOOLS AND DEFINITIONS OF THE SNAKE MOVEMENTS

THE LEAD STRAIGHT PUNCH
The Lead Straight Punch application principles are adapted from Western Boxing. The boxer’s jab is a very useful tool: it opens and closes an opponent’s defense. It is also used as a defense tool by intercepting or interrupting an attack. In addition to this, the Lead Jab is used as a probing device to test your opponent’s speed, timing and mental reaction. These same properties of the lead jab are used by the martial artist with the Lead Straight Punch. The Lead Straight Punch can be delivered virtually from any stance or position; however, it must be performed without hesitation in order for it to be effective. When delivering the Lead Straight Punch and the Lead Jab, your fist and shoulder should be at the same height. As the punch is executed, an imaginary line parallel to the floor is formed starting from the shoulder and ending on the completion of the punch.

THE HOOK PUNCH
The Hook Punch is a tool that begins in a circular or hooking type motion. The Hook Punch can be executed with the lead or rear hand. When using the lead hand, twist your hip in the direction of the punch and pivot on your lead foot. When using the rear fist, twist your hip in the direction of the punch and pivot on your rear foot. When this punch is delivered your hand should be parallel to the floor and contact should be made squarely on the target.
Snake Bite: Imagine sliding your fist and forearm across a table, this is the proper form needed for this punch

THE UPPERCUT PUNCH
The Uppercut Punch is a tool that begins in an upper circular motion. When this punch is delivered, your fist should be about 45 degrees from the floor and contact should be made squarely on the target.
Snake Bite: The Uppercut Punch is a tool that is used for close combat and should be felt and not seen.

THE STOP SIDEKICK
The Stop Sidekick is used in the same manner as the Lead Straight Punch; however, it is a lot more powerful. The application of the stop Sidekick is performed in a non-traditional manner. You should not lean back to shift your body weight in order to deliver this lead leg kick. In fact, one must lean in the direction of the kick before delivering it. This kick is used primarily as an interrupting tool to stop or nullify your opponent’s attack.
Snake Bite: Do not set up this kick, this is a reaction kick, without preplanning