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Straightforward and efficeint, Wing Chun Kung Fu is one of the most popular forms of Kung Fu because it emphasizes technique over strength. By using the skills of Wing Chun Kung Fu, a smaller and weaker person can easily overcome a larger, stronger opponent.
With its focus on techniques rather than
Grandmaster Ip Chun is regarded as the world's leading authoritiy on Wing Chun. Bruce Lee-Wing Chun's most famous student-was taught by Ip Chun's father, Grandmaster Ip Man. Michael Tse is also a highly respected Qigong and martial arts master. Together they demonstrate the first form of Wing Chun (Siu Lim Tao) and show how it can be used for self-defence. They also outline the history and the art of Wing Chun and discuss its many other benefits, which include:
Increased energy and vitality
Greater confidence and inner strength
An understanding of the skills and benefits of meditation
With expert instruction and more than 100 step-by-step photographs, Wing Chun Kung Fu makes it easy to master the power and grace of this ancient martial art.
Grandmaster Ip Chun is the eldest son of legendary Grandmaster Ip Man, who was responsible for bringing Wing Chun to the modern world. Ip Chun is now considered the world's leading expert on Wing Chun Kung Fu.
Michael Tse is a Qigong and martial arts master. He is the author of Qigong for Health and Vitality. Both authors live in England.
Contents
About the author
Introduction
1 the history of wing chun
2 Ip Man
3 Ip Chun
4 The philosophy of wing chun
5 The principles of wing chun
6 Bruce Lee and the principles of wing chun
7 Siu lim tao: The first form and its applications
8 Using siu lim tao for self-defence
9 Chi sau-Sticking hands
10 Self-defence for women
11 Qigong-Internal training in wing chun
12 A final word
Glossary of terms and contact information
Index
With its focus on techniques rather than
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force, it is suitable for both men and women, young and old, and for those of all levels of physical fitness.Grandmaster Ip Chun is regarded as the world's leading authoritiy on Wing Chun. Bruce Lee-Wing Chun's most famous student-was taught by Ip Chun's father, Grandmaster Ip Man. Michael Tse is also a highly respected Qigong and martial arts master. Together they demonstrate the first form of Wing Chun (Siu Lim Tao) and show how it can be used for self-defence. They also outline the history and the art of Wing Chun and discuss its many other benefits, which include:
Increased energy and vitality
Greater confidence and inner strength
An understanding of the skills and benefits of meditation
With expert instruction and more than 100 step-by-step photographs, Wing Chun Kung Fu makes it easy to master the power and grace of this ancient martial art.
Grandmaster Ip Chun is the eldest son of legendary Grandmaster Ip Man, who was responsible for bringing Wing Chun to the modern world. Ip Chun is now considered the world's leading expert on Wing Chun Kung Fu.
Michael Tse is a Qigong and martial arts master. He is the author of Qigong for Health and Vitality. Both authors live in England.
Contents
About the author
Introduction
1 the history of wing chun
2 Ip Man
3 Ip Chun
4 The philosophy of wing chun
5 The principles of wing chun
6 Bruce Lee and the principles of wing chun
7 Siu lim tao: The first form and its applications
8 Using siu lim tao for self-defence
9 Chi sau-Sticking hands
10 Self-defence for women
11 Qigong-Internal training in wing chun
12 A final word
Glossary of terms and contact information
Index
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ISBN
312187769
Publication
St. Martin's Griffin New York