苏家拳的传奇历史可以追溯到明朝正德年间（大约公元1506年），由一位杰出的武术家舒裁缝在河南创立。他的弟子苏金财和苏金祥将这门拳法带到了四川，并经过长时间的刻苦训练和不断改进， eventually establishing the distinctive style of Su family martial arts. By the late Qing dynasty, a renowned practitioner named Peng Xiaoxin, also known as Peng Shui Lao Liu, brought this art to Renchang and gained recognition through his achievements in martial arts competitions. He taught the Su family style to numerous students, including Chen Zizhang, Peng Youqi, Cheng Bocun, Yang Chengzhi and others. These masters passed on their knowledge to their own disciples such as Peng Yinfeng, Liang Zhenglun and Cao Yigong.

The core characteristics of Su family martial arts include maintaining a strong centerline stance while keeping punches and palms distinct; emphasizing large movements with an emphasis on close-range combat; using few kicks but many punches; employing techniques such as "clinging" or "sweeping" attacks that are hard to defend against; relying on quick footwork like "urging steps"; combining punching and elbow strikes for fluid transitions between moves.

In terms of technique, it focuses on both simultaneous attack-defense strategies (known as "connected hitting") along with swift yet precise movements that integrate six different stances (six bodies) with six leg techniques (six feet), often leaving opponents bewildered by seemingly invisible leg attacks similar to those found in dark kicking styles. The constant pursuit of speed is evident throughout its unique approach.

Thus we can see how over centuries this ancient art has evolved under the guidance of dedicated practitioners who have left their mark upon its history and legacy. Today's practitioners continue to uphold these traditions while innovating new methods for modern applications ensuring that the spirit of Su Family Martial Arts remains alive for generations to come.