How to Learn the Rules of Wing Chun

The best ways to learn the rules of any new sport or activity is to spend some time watching others participating in it, asking instructors and reading some books on the activity. Learning the rules of Wing Chun is no different.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Go to the library and find a few books on Wing Chun. It is best to educate yourself about the basics before speaking to people in any depth about a subject. It shows your interest and prevents you making a fool of yourself.
2. Invest time in studying the books that you found at the library. Many of the techniques that are used involve circular motion, evading the attack and using an opponents attacks against him.
3. Find a tournament to attend or a school that teaches Wing Chun to visit. Watch and ask a few questions. You will be able to observe a number of the rules by watching. Among them are discipline, respect others (both instructors and fellow students) and train diligently.
4. Ask for an appointment with a school instructor of Wing Chun and have them explain the rules to you. They will be able to pass along many of the less observable rules like the development of spiritual peace, help the weak and very young, and the importance of passing on the tradition.
5. Visit websites that deal with Wing Chun and its rules. Both students, instructors and fans post messages and interact on message boards at a number of these sites. One such site is sponsored by the IWCA or International Wing Chun Academy (see Resources below).