The White Crane has to be one of the most beautiful fighting styles. It would be easy to underestimate the crane because of his fluid gracefulness but it is an extremely effective fighting style. The crane uses his razor sharp wings to defend and attack simultaneously. His shielding wings create immensely powerful blocks and strikes. He is known for talon and beak strikes, and for using every part of his wing as a weapon. He can create power at any point in his circle or centerline transfer. Rather than having power at concentrated points in his motion, he has power throughout the entire motion and can strike at any point in the circle. Being a creature of the air, he is known for evasive lofting and swooping motions. His chi is cutting in nature and penetrates the body like a sword.

Being a master of his centerline also allows him extremely fast kicking sequences. The White Crane fights from a one legged position, or will loft and swoop, delivering fast kicks and beak or wing strikes.

In a bird, the strongest muscles are the pectorals and the latissimus, the chest and the back. To fully utilize these muscles he must have an upright and erect posture. This perfect centerline gives the crane his signature look. A very proud looking animal, he has the most perfect of centerlines; a true master of balance. He is as strong and powerful on one leg as he is on two.