What is self defense? My definition is when one or more people are trying to harm you and you can’t just walk away. Self defense is not two frat boys getting into a verbal argument that escalates into pushing and shoving and then punches are thrown. That scenario, and others like it, IMHO should be …
Thanks to the Ip Man movies, Wing Chun is now the most well known Kung Fu Style. But for most of its 250 year history, Wing Chun was a little known style, which was taught in secret behind closed doors in private lessons or very small classes. The style was probably created from White Crane …
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Kick boxing can be defined as a martial art that uses western boxing for hand strikes, and eastern martial arts for kicks. This definition is a little too simple, as that definition would include arts like Savate, Muay Thai, and Sanda as kickboxing, when no one thinks of them as being the same thing. With …
This question is frequently asked. My initial response is, “real fight against who?” In the realm of martial arts, sometimes the conflict is not just between fighters, but also within oneself, much like an artist who perfects their craft over time through dedication and practice. Wing Chun can be effective in a real fight because …
Self-Defense teachers often tell the student “never kick in a street fight.” This advice is rooted in the understanding that maintaining control and balance is crucial in such unpredictable scenarios where the body can sustain significant damage. A fighter’s reflexes and speed can greatly impact their ability to protect vulnerable areas like the groin and …
The Wing Chun Chain Punch, Is It Effective For Real World Self Defense? The video above, from Sifu Vik, a sifu in the Leung Ting lineage, demonstrates training the wing chun chain punch on the 3 sectional wallbag, and includes training double punches. This traditional practice integrates martial arts elements by cultivating movement precision and …
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Although I have been practicing wing chun since 2005, I have always been curious about other traditional Chinese martial arts that look somewhat similar. One of these is Northern Praying Mantis, a Chinese Kung Fu style and martial arts system which has some similar movements (though it lacks the signature wing chun chain punch). This …
I recently came across a YouTube video by Lyte Burly which piqued my interest. His insights into various martial arts styles served as a fascinating discovery, opening a window into a world where tradition meets modern application. In his exploration, Burly delves into the study of different martial strategies and techniques, revealing how they can …
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