Common combat movements and stances in snake boxing

Snake boxing uses unique styles consisting of different fist, palm and finger shapes, which are distinct from those of other martial arts.
FIST

Mouth fist
The middle finger is curled and extended outward while the other four fingers tightly curl inward. The fingers are clenched together to resemble a snake’s mouth preparing to strike.

Head fist
The five fingers are partially curled inward with the palm made hollow. The finger joints are tightly pressed together. The fingertips and the back of the fist form an angle, resembling the head of a snake.

PALM
Head palm
The palm faces downward with the palm edge directed forward. The fingers are pressed together and the palm forms a sharp angle that resembles a snake’s head as it darts forward.

Tongue palm
The palm faces upward with the back of the hand facing downward and the wrist held straight to mimic the tongue of a snake, used for long-range attacks.

FINGER
Head finger
The index and middle fingers are extended straight and tightly together, while the remaining three fingers bend inward. The thumb is placed next to the index finger and the wrist is bent inward, creating an angle between the fingers and the back of the hand to mimic a snake’s head and is used for pinpoint strikes.

Tongue finger
The index and middle fingers extend straight forward and tightly together while the other three fingers bend inward. The wrist remains straight and the fingers align in a straight line with the back of the hand. This finger shape is employed for striking with high accuracy and force.