21. Dip-jeung: Choy Li Fut Kung Fu Technique

"Dip-jeung", also known as "Butterfly Palms," is a term used in martial arts, including Choy Li Fut Kung Fu, to describe a technique that involves using the forearms in a trapping motion to control and manipulate an opponent's arms. Similar to "Dip-chui," "Dip-jeung" is typically used as a defensive maneuver to counter an opponent's punch or grab. However, instead of grabbing with the hands, "Dip-jeung" uses a trapping motion with the forearms to control the opponent's arms and restrict their movement. The practitioner uses circular and flowing motions with the forearms to trap and immobilize the opponent's arms, preventing them from further attacking or defending themselves effectively. The trapping motion can involve circling or rotating the forearms, creating a "butterfly-like" movement, hence the name "Butterfly Palms." "Dip-jeung" requires skillful coordination of the forearms, as well as precise timing and sensitivity to the opponent's movements. 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 repertoire of techniques for self-defense or combat situations.