少林小洪拳是少林武术中的基础拳，也是练习少林武术的必修之拳路。具有少林派的独特风格。动静分明，动如风，站如钉，一招一式非打即防，整体套路结构紧凑，手，眼，身，步法协调一致，拳脚相照，伸缩性大，小如鼠，大如牛，内容丰富，享有拳打卧牛之地的赞誉。

Xiao Hong Quan is a fundamental exercise for learning other Shaolin Fist routines .It embodies the unique characteristics of Shaolin Fist .The movements and stances are made quite clear. They either defend or attack. The movements are arranged very well. The hands, eyes, body, and step should be coordinated. This form is very powerful and has won a reputation of beating the crouched buffalo.