Cun Tao is the first phase of training in the Poekoelan Tjimindie Tulen art. It is an 18 week comprehensive self-defense course developed by Mas Goeroe Agoeng. Beginning Poekoelan students are taught effective self-defense skills, basic animal movements, kicks, punches, parries and the initial forms. Students also learn rolling, falling and a prescribed series of 108 quick releases, which can be used to defend against both empty handed attacks and attacks with weapons, including guns, knives, and clubs. Once the 108 attacks or “Holds” are mastered, promotion is made to “Third Phase” training. Throughout all phases of Poekoelan training, students practice meditation and train in the spirit of compassion.