Hi,
I'd like to offer my insight of kung-fu. First of all, there's no such thing as simply a "Five Animals Style." It's usually a set or form found within a system. For instance, Hungar Kung-fu has a "Tiger & Crane" form/set and "Five Animals Style" set. Hungar focuses on developing a strong base while delivering attacks with hands and feet. Some of the stances are deeper.
Another style that I learned a bit is Choy Li Fut. It's primary focus is on stance and mobility. You also have a "Five Animal Style" set... Choy Li Fut features twisting, turning and sliding motions to generate power. There are soft techniques as well as hard.
Neither of these kung-fu feature acrobatics, that's more like Chinese Wushu. I agree with you, Kung-fu is so broad that it's hard to determine which style is best for you... There are a couple of internal kung-fu stylists on this forum, who may offer their insights...
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