Leopards are synonymous with martial arts, namely Shaolin Kung Fu
The emphasis of leopard is speed and angular attack. The leopard does not overwhelm or rely on strength, as does the tiger, but instead relies on speed and outsmarting its opponent. The power of the style derives from its aggressive speed.
The quote encapsulates the ethos of the leopard
"Before you can control your opponent's body, you must first control their mind"