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The horse stance is a wide stable stance that firmly roots you to the ground. Because it is so rigid in its function, we largely use this stance as a base for doing drills and breathing exercises and less often in technique or sparring.

Starting from a natural stance looking forward, widen the legs so that the feet are slightly wider than shoulder width. The feet should be pointing straight forward (12:00) and the knees will be bent at or about 45° and pushed outward. The spine should be as vertical as possible and you should 'sit' into the stance. When in the ready position, the arms are typically bent at the elbow and pulled back with the fists palm up at the waist on either side.

• This stance is great at building the muscles of the upper legs.
• Sifu has discussed the vairations of the horse stance between the different styles of martial arts. The biggest differences seem to be the angle the foot is held and the height of the stance. The more the foot rotates out, the less stress is applied to the ankles and the knees.
• We typically use this for blocking drills and breathing exercises (Tan Jon Ho Heup Bup)
• I have found that if I mentally picture a straight rod running through my spine and into the ground, it creates a feeling of a tripod and my stability increases and I find it easier to get comfortable 'sitting' in the stance.