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Sorta a krav maga meets aikido in principal, wing chun seeks to maximize effectiveness and practicality while minimizing exertion. This Chinese fighting style will teach you to overcome your opponents while remaining completely relaxed.
Wing Chun is by far one of the most widely practiced martial arts in recent history. Bruce Lee studied Wing Chun technique under master Yip Man; and perhaps because of Read More
Wing Chun is an ancient Chinese martial art that forms the foundation of what is today known as kung fu. Initially popularized in the West by Bruce Lee, who was a longtime Read More
The beauty of Wing Chun, according to practitioners, is the simplicity of it's philosophy. Leave it to other martial arts to muck around with fancy swords and uniforms. Read More
While there are no licenses you need to get to teach Wing Chun, you do need to have built a reputation within the martial arts community as a master with something to Read More
The Wing Chun wooden dummy is a classical training method used in most Wing Chun classes. There are many things to factor in when using this form-provoking tool. Read More
Like all martial arts, Wing Chun carries a risk of injury. The Wing Chun philosophy includes using the body intelligently, rather than brute force, to defeat an opponent. Read More
Because Wing Chun is a close range combat form of martial arts, participants need agility, speed and good reflexes. Stretching before Wing Chun is required for you to Read More
Wing Chun kicks are traditionally below the waist and are found in the Chun Kiu and wooden dummy form. Depending on the lineage, a variation of the basic kick is striking Read More
The key to executing a perfect kick in Wing Chun, a variation on Kung Fu, is adherence to the center. Remember to wear protective padding and work on a gymnastic mat or Read More
The Southern Chinese martial arts sport of Wing Chun teaches the student to use energy wisely and forcefully. By learning Wing Chun techniques, a small person can easily Read More
Wing Chun is a martial art that focuses on fighting techniques used for self-defense. This sport was developed about 400 years ago in China during a revolution. Wing Chun Read More
Wing Chun is traditionally a very aggressive form of Chinese martial arts. Practitioners of the sport focus on attacking the center of their opponent's body. Wing Chun Read More
Wing Chun is a martial arts form that originated in Southern China. It is a form of Kung Fu that is known primarily for its use of quick hand movements for self-defense and Read More
The Southern Chinese martial arts sport of Wing Chun teaches the student to use energy wisely and forcefully. By learning Wing Chun techniques, a small person can easily Read More
Wing chun, or "beautiful springtime", is one of the major Chinese martial arts. It is also one of the most difficult to master. Yet its basic principles are quite simple. Read More
An effective method to prevent an attacker or sparring partner from landing a low kick or punch is with a down block. A down block also referred to as a low block is a Read More
Bart Cham Dao also known as the butterfly knife form is the highest point in Wing Chun Training. Developing a training foundation is an integral part of practice. Read More
Training with a Wing Chun Butterfly Sword is considered the highest skill in Kung Fu martial arts. It is known as "bot jaam do," which means "eight sword cut" because it is Read More
Traditionally, the two weapons used in Chinese Wing Chun have both been referred to by their Chinese names. The "luk dim boon goon" has become known in the United States as Read More
Practicing with swords is one of the final stages in the study of Wing Chun. The swords, also referred to as butterfly sword or bot jaam do, should only be used once you Read More
Wing Chun has two main weapons--the butterfly sword and the long pole. A long pole is traditionally called "lim dim book guan." This means "6 1/2 point pole" and refers to Read More
Wing Chun Kung Fu is a martial art known for its simplicity. It is mostly an open handed style of fighting. Learning to use weapons such as the Wing Chun long pole are also Read More
Wing Chun is a Southern Chinese form of Kung Fu. Two weapons forms, the butterfly swords and the dragon pole, are among the techniques taught in Wing Chun. While the main Read More
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