20. Dip-chui: Choy Li Fut Kung Fu Technique

"Dip-chui", also known as "Butterfly Fists," is a term used in martial arts, including Choy Li Fut Kung Fu, to describe a joint lock technique that involves using both hands in a coordinated manner to control and manipulate an opponent's arm. The "Dip-chui" technique is typically used as a defensive maneuver to counter an opponent's punch or wrist grab. The first hand is employed to grab the attacker's punching arm at the wrist, or to reverse a wrist grab, while the second hand applies pressure or breaks the elbow joint with the forearm. The name "Butterfly Fists" is derived from the fluid and flowing movements of the hands, which resemble the fluttering wings of a butterfly. The technique requires precise coordination of both hands to effectively control and manipulate the opponent's arm, using joint locks and pressure points to immobilize or subdue them. The "Dip-chui" technique requires a high level of skill, timing, and sensitivity to execute properly. It is often practiced and refined through regular training and practice, under the guidance of a qualified instructor, to develop proficiency in its application as part of a martial artist's arsenal of techniques for self-defense or combat situations.