Wing Chun
Wing Chun (also spelled Ving Tsun) is a relatively simple system based on natural movements of the human body. This traditional Martial Art takes its name from the woman who devised the system and principles over three hundred years ago in mainland China. It relies on the efficient use of body position and movement without the use of unnecessary force.
It is a complete system which builds on three hand forms, a wooden dummy form and two weapon forms. The hand forms are called:
- Sil Lim Tao
- Chum Kiu
- Biu Gee
The System
The system in its entirety is comprised of the following six forms
(sets of moves).
Three (3) "Hand" forms:
- Sil Lim Tao
- Chum Kiu
- Bui Gee
One (1) apparatus form:
- "Mook Jong" (or "Wooden Dummy")
Two (2) Weapon forms:
- Pah Chum Do ("Butterfly Sword")
- Luk Dim Bo Quan ("Long Pole")
One (1) apparatus form:
The wooden dummy is called the Mook Jong and has its own form associated with it. The weapons were later additions to the system. They include the Luk Dim Poon Kwan (six and half point pole) and the Bah Cham Dao (two butterfly swords).
Learning the system begins with an introduction to the basic principles of movement, balance and sensitivity. This enables the student to progress to a point where the art becomes an expression of the student. Whatever your reasons for studying the art of Ving Tsun, you will find it a simple and logical method of self-defense.
Another element particular to Ving Tsun is a drill called chi sau (sticky hands). This is a game played with a partner to develop sensitivity to an opponent's movement.
VING TSUN
Ving Tsun (also spelled Wing Chun) is a relatively simple system based on natural movements of the human body. This traditional Martial Art takes its name from the woman who devised the system and principles over three hundred years ago in mainland China. It relies on the efficient use of body position and movement without the use of unnecessary force.
It is a complete system which builds on three hand forms, a wooden dummy form and two weapon forms. The hand forms are called:
- Sil Lim Tao
- Chum Kiu
- Biu Gee