The Art of One Armed Wing Chun Fighting

http://www.londonwingchun.co.uk/art-one-armed-wing-chun-fighting ►Wing Chun: The Art of One Armed Wing Chun Fighting. Realistically fighting with a broken arm would be extremely painful. So in this week’s video we look at the concept in Wing Chun of using one arm as an efficient form of self defence.  How to fight with one arm is more about learning to control the physical space in front of the centre of your body. It’s not about being able to fight anyone with one arm.

This week we take a closer look at the Wing Chun technique known as ‘Wiping Hand’. Wiping hand is commonly used to defend against multiple punches thrown to the centreline. If you search YouTube for Wing Chun videos you will see lots of examples of the technique being used against two punches.

As impressive as these demonstrations can look, don’t be fooled by the simplicity of using this common technique from the Wooden Dummy form. The reality of real fighting is that people will throw punches from different angles and heights, so applying this technique may not be as easy as you think. The second half of our video addresses this problem. We show how to manage distance, angles, and height of the attack punches. We even have some fun in our end card, by showing how absurd using one are can look when someone really isn’t trying to punch you in the face.

Ultimately Economy of Motion is about Using One Limb

In a previous video we covered the idea of simultaneous attack and defence, but this concept does not necessarily have to be applied with two arms. One arm may essentially give you a better coverage, protection and ability to intercept.  In fact the ultimate method of applying an interception technique is to use one limb to both attack and defend. You see this when intercepting with a punch to both block an incoming attack and defend. In other words, your punch, strike, or kick achieves both ends, it attacks while simultaneously defends. This is a manifestation of the art of interception in Wing Chun and therefore is considered by many as an advanced form of Wing Chun fighting not commonly seen.

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BEST Footwork Drills to BEAT a BOXING Jab Cross

http://www.londonwingchun.co.uk/wing-chun-vs-boxing-what-all-fuss ► This blog features a popular video taken from a Wing Chun Seminar on how to fight or defend against a Jab/Cross combination using Pak Sao from Wing Chun. This video was taken in 2006 as part of a multi Sifu seminar featuring some of the top UK Wing Chun Association's Instructors. This video demonstrates a rarely seen approach to Wing Chun fighting. Note, this footage is a detailed instructional video on how to bridge a Jab Cross boxing style combination with very simple Wing Chun techniques and good footwork. The first half of the video teaches the footwork and how to move effectively to fight against a mobile attacker.

All martial arts require good footwork in order for you to learn how to fight. The first half of the seminar covers how to use Pak Sao against a Jab with some basic Wing Chun techniques for closing the distance on the punch that retracts quickly. The seminar introduced a popular martial arts technique called Pak Sao (Slapping Hand) to establish a follow and stick with a Jab Cross boxing combination.

This is not the typical Wing Chun vs Boxing technique because it relies on a good footwork and the ability to use effective Wing Chun footwork to ride the distance of a boxing or mixed martial arts combination of punches. Good footwork is often lacking in self defence, so we spend the first half of the video teaching the footwork.

Here are some simple basic Wing Chun techniques that are versatile enough to adapt against a Jab Cross techniques.
These concepts help your Wing Chun training to get into range to use your Wing Chun Chi Sao skills against an a live attacker who moves with good footwork. Note, the point of this martial arts instruction is to teach Wing Chun skills that can be transferred to any situation that involves wearing boxing or mma gloves. It is not a wing chun vs boxing video rather how to use wing chun well against a good fighter that can move freely like a boxer.

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Excerpt taken from the UK Wing Chun Kung Fu Association 25th Anniversary event held in 2006. When Mark Phillips Sifu took students through the techniques of safely closing the gap with Wing Chun footwork and Pak Sao, and then moving on to stick follow up when in contact with the attackers arms.



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3 Best Elbow Strike Techniques for Self Defence in Wing Chun

http://www.londonwingchun.co.uk/3-best-methods-elbow-strike-self-defence ► These are the best 3 ways to use elbow strike techniques in Wing Chun for self defence. Elbow strike techniques can be used to BAR keep someone away as a self defence technique, or to STRIKE, and also to TRAP your attackers arms so they can't punch you. All 3 of these Wing Chun techniques for beginners are discussed for self defence training and application.

However, the best self defence technique is a combination of all 3 methods and this is the most effective Wing Chun technique for fighting and is discussed at the end of the video.

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How to Punch Harder | Bare Knuckles vs Gloves | Wing Chun vs Boxing

http://www.londonwingchun.co.uk/what-makes-wing-chun-effective ► Wing Chun vs Boxing. Bare Knuckles vs Gloves? How do you punch harder with bare knuckles. We discuss the idea of short distance power, how it is generated, and why this differs from wearing boxing gloves. Basically, how to punch hard in Wing Chun with and without boxing gloves.

In this video you will learn how to punch hard by generating power using momentum. This works really well when wearing boxing gloves, but not so well if you try to punch hard at close range with Wing Chun contraction power.

Generally, most martial arts and boxing styles use momentum to deliver powerful punches when wearing gloves. However, Wing Chun is a martial art that requires the ability to grab and seize the attacker. So using boxing gloves makes it very difficult to apply the full range of Wing Chun techniques available. It also makes it difficult to punch harder. We address 4 common questions about Wing Chun.


Question #1: CAN YOU USE SHORT DISTANCE POWER WITH BOXING GLOVES?

Answer: The quick answer is no for the reasons that we explain in our video. This therefore has an effect on the way in which Wing Chun practitioners throw their punches at a boxing range. Here we discuss the famous Wing Chun technique known as the one inch punch.


Question #2: HOW WOULD YOU BOX OR GENERATE POWER AT LONG RANGE?

Answer: Wing Chun practitioners like any other martial art or boxing style will generate power by using momentum to throw their fist from a long distance. It is difficult to use a one inch punch or short distance power with boxing gloves.


Question #3: WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU ARE IN MID RANGE?

Answer: Simply combining the contraction and momentum techniques is the best approach and most effective method over this distance. Our video discusses how to combine the two Wing Chun techniques to proper effect.


Question #4: YOU SHOULD PUT GLOVES ON TO SEE IF WING CHUN WORKS

 Answer: This is a common question. Most people criticise the value of Wing Chun training without understanding the processes behind the drills. Granted these drills can often be convoluted but they do have martial art value that can be effective for self defence.

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How to WIN Fights with LESS EFFORT

► How to win a Fight with Less Effort. Wing Chun is all about moving directly and efficiently. In fact this martial art focuses on how to fight with the concept of economy of motion. Essentially, this martial art teaches you to fight with less effort. Moving efficiently with Wing Chun allows you to conserve energy, and also places your arms in a better place for self defence. However, it is not just efficiency that wins fights, but the ability to make the situation predictable. Wing Chun has a number of hand fighting skills that creates the situation in which your attackers movements can become predictable.

This video introduces the concept of predictability for self defence. If you can make the situation predictable then you will find it easier to manage a violent attack. The first half of the video discusses the idea of tying one arm up in order to force your attacker to punch you with their other arm. This essentially makes fight or self defence confrontation more predictable and easier to manage.

The second half of the video discusses where and how to use your hands to defend your face. Most people in the street will attack or punch your face. Therefore, it makes sense to place your hands in front of the target of the punch. If you place your hands in front of your face, you are moving efficiently and less likely to be punched hard in the face.

The key thing is to conserve your energy and not move in excess. Just move as efficiently as possible in any self defence confrontation. This will help you in most fights.

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5 Rules to Survive a Fight with Multiple Attackers

http://www.londonwingchun.co.uk/5-life-saving-rules-survive-gang-attack-self-defence ► How to fight multiple attackers with 5 simple Wing Chun techniques that will help survive a attack by a gang of multiple attackers. These are some of the best tactics on how to fight a group of people while staying safe.

This video discusses how to control your position in a fight, where to look when you have multiple opponents moving around you, how to line up the gang of attackers so that it is easier to fight one on one, and when you should run away from the fight.

Self defence is always hard in the street, but it is even harder when you are faced with multiple attackers (or gangs), so expect to get hit, but punch as hard as you can.

These simple Wing Chun techniques are taught at the London Wing Chun Academy in our self defence training program for beginners. These self defence techniques are a combination of well tested Wing Chun concepts and reality based self defence techniques.

No matter how good you are at martial arts or Wing Chun the goal is to evade and escape your attackers. Be safe. Contact the London Wing Chun Academy for more information on our self defence classes for beginners.

Please leave a comment if you have any other advice on how to manage a fight with multiple attackers or questions on these 5 important self defence techniques.


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Wing Chun vs Boxing | Wing Chun does NOT work?

http://www.londonwingchun.co.uk/does-wing-chun-work ► Wing Chun vs Boxing: "Wing Chun DOES not work." Many people assume that if you learn Wing Chun that you will be unable to fight at a long range or cope with basic boxing or kickboxing combinations. Granted that Wing Chun is an exceptional martial art at close quarter fighting, but it can be used effectively over a long range of fighting.

The notion that “Wing Chun does not work” comes from a misunderstanding of the training methodology of Wing Chun. This video explains how Wing Chun can be used effectively over a long distance, while introducing the basic concept of improving footwork mobility.

Surprisingly there are some people outside of the Wing Chun community that have the opinion that Wing Chun does not work a fight. Of course defining a real fight is difficult, as the term can mean different things to different people. This is where the misconceptions about Wing Chun begin.

As in any martial art it is necessary to develop the ability to manage and control distance to the person that is attacking you. This involves the attribute of developing good mobility and footwork.

Our Wing Chun video discusses some simple and techniques in which to improve your mobility at long range. Key points to note, that mobility is not important at close range especially when connected (Bridged) with your attacker. At close range you should focus on good structure and rooting to the ground. In contrast, when you are moving at long range, where there is no contact with the attacker, then you should focus on mobility for distance control.



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Wing Chun Myths EXPOSED!!! The Reality of Simultaneous Attack & Defence in a Fight

http://www.londonwingchun.co.uk/reality-simultaneous-attack-and-defence-fight ►Wing Chun Myths Exposed: The Reality of Simultaneous Attack and Defence in a Fight. If you speak to any Wing Chun practitioner they will always explain to you that one of the core concepts within this martial art is to attack and defend simultaneously when attacked in a fight. The idea behind this concept is that you can move more efficiently and therefore defend yourself better if someone throws a big punch.

How does this really work in a fight or in self defence? People tend to throw multiple punches in a barrage to overwhelm you in a street fight. So how does Wing Chun really answer this problem? Well in this video we discuss how to use a well known Wing Chun technique called Taan Sao for simultaneous blocking and attacking.

In the first part of the video we introduce the technique of Taan Da and explain the potential problems in making it work for self defence or in a real fight. The key point to note is that you have to punch hard in order to slow to stop your attacker’s second punch. Only then can you actually fight back with some clear Wing Chun follow ups. However, there is still a risk of your attacker throwing a second punch, especially if they are able to absorb your counter strike.

The second part of the video introduces a safer more reliable approach in which to use this technique. In this part of the video we discuss the safer option of moving to the outside gate of a punch combination and then intercepting to the inside gate with the Taan Da. This is a safer method for self defence because it allows you to control the space and the centre ground.

The third part of the video recaps the basic ideas of how to train this approach in Wing Chun Chi Sao. How it is derived from Chi Sao practice and how it relates to actual fighting. The key point to note is that practising in this method of training allows you the ability to understand how to find a simultaneous attack and defence when your arms are clinched with your attackers.

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Ladies and Gentlemen,

Firstly, Happy New Year! I hope you all had a well rested break and are eager to get back to training.

Since we start back at the Academy this Tuesday, I also wanted to inform you all that we are now running a new daytime class from this Wednesday. The class will run every Wednesday from 11am and is open to all levels. This will be a formal class that will consist of the normal components of our training. However, the last 20 minutes or so you'll be allowed to train what is appropriate for your level, i.e. sparring, chi sau, or lok sau.

While I'm not expecting this class to be well attended, due to the fact that many of you work during the day, it will be an experiment to see if it works. Of course, if no one attends then we will have to cancel the option for this day.

On a separate note, we now have a twitter page http://twitter.com/londonwingchun where I will place some very short updates and notes on training wing chun. If you haven't added me on facebook please do, otherwise our facebook group is http://www.facebook.com/londonwingchunacademy please join.

Look forward to seeing you all soon.

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WING CHUN in HONG KONG & CHINA 2009

Mark Phillips Sifu, Abid Mahmood Sifu and James Sinclair recently returned from a very exciting trip to Kong Kong and Mainland China. The journey was arranged to allow Sifu Mahmood the opportunity, after 27 years of training Wing Chun under James Sinclair, to experience the heart of Wing Chun Kung Fu in the homeland of this beautiful art. Sifu Abid is the Midlands Region Senior Instructor and runs his own full time kwoon (martial art school) in Hockley's Jewellry Quarter in Birmingham.


As well as having the opportunity to meet many of the UKWCKFA's friends and supporters it was also a chance to support the newly founded World Wing Chun Union.

With the tremendous success of 'Ip Man The Movie' Wing Chun Kung Fu has been propelled to iconic status, with mainland China particularly enjoying the film. As a result Grandmaster Ip Chun wished to unite all Wing Chun lineages into an umbrella organisation that would create an open forum for all instructors to discuss and analyse each other's approaches. As Wing Chun is one system, but with many approaches, it was felt that everyone could benefit from an open forum.

To promote the Union and raise valuable funds for charity, approaching 800 Wing Chun students gathered at the waterfront of Tsim Tsa Tsui in Kong Kong for a Guiness Book of Records World Record breaking attempt. There were so many lineages present it was necessary to adapt and create a simplified Siu Nim Tao (Wing Chun's basic form) in order that all participants perform the same routine. It was only a temporary measure and no students were suggested or expected to continue to use the 'Demonstration Form'.

During the rehearsals Mark and Abid managed to meet the stars of the latest Ip Man Movie, entitled Ip Before Man. This prequel focuses on the early training in Grandmaster Ip Man's life. There is also talk of a television series based on the life and adventures of Ip Man. Whilst there seems to be a little bit of remaking of history and poetic license, it is good for Wing Chun Kung Fu and martial arts generally. Grandmaster Ip Chun appeared pleased to see James again and gracioulsy took time to have a photo taken with Sifu Mark and Sifu Abid.

Mark, Abid and James were the only representatives from the United Kingdom and proud to have made the effort. They took their place toward the front of the huge harbour. After a few hours of repeated efforts a new record was indeed set for the world's largest Wing Chun display. The event gained tremendous publicity, being shown on Hong Kong and Mainland China's news channels and went out to a potential 1 billion viewers. Interesting a good portion of the footage shown on the news was of the UK representatives.

There were many people to meet whilst in Hong Kong, but thanks have to go to Donald Mak Sifu, who always seems to find the time to make everybody welcome. In fact Donald Mak invited James and his students to join his Russian students in China for a few days. It was good to see the spirit of Wing Chun is growing so strongly in Russia, Poland and other European countries, this can only add strength to the art and continue it's evolution.

The next stage of the World Wing Chun Union event took part in a huge parade in Foshan. There were well over a thousand people preparing various demonstrations from traditional dances to various martial arts. There was also the longest Dragon anyone had ever witnessed.

The Foshan even was astounding with tens of thousands of people lining the approx 2 mile boulevard waiting in anticipation for the now famous Wing Chun style to be demonstrated. As there were only 3 UK representatives James, Mark and Abid worked alongside the Polish team which was particularly good, building respect and good relationsThe Polish students are all great guys, hard trainers and take Wing Chun seriously and have developed good skills.

The audience were extremely welcoming and cheered as the Polish and UK team moved along the boulevard to demonstrate at various points. It is extremely rare that an audience of such magnitude would appreciate the subtleties of Wing Chun, but Foshan is not like other cities when it come to martial arts. We were informed that Foshan is a true hub for Southern martial arts and that is possible that three quarters of the population have experience in one of the many styles to be found there. It was great to be greeted so well by martial artists in Foshan and to see the 'Little Bruce Lee's' in their yellow cat suits all using their nunchakus to great effect.

James, Mark and Abid then went on a trip with the Russian students of Donald Mak Sifu. It was very enjoyable to see other parts of Southern China and visit some of the beautiful landmarks in the region from beautiful mountain scenery to idyllic peaceful temples. The only problem was the temperature and humidity which made every walk resemble a hard training session!
Before going back to Hong Kong a stop was made back in Foshan to visit the Ip Man Tong. This is a museum within a temple in the heart of the city. The museum is dedicated to the Ip Man lineage of Wing Chun, depicting the recent history of Wing Chun and it growth outside of China. It is impressive to see how Wing Chun has mushroomed from a little known art to a world wide phenomenon is such a short period of time. Of course Karate has been outside of Japan and Okinawa for much longer, but the growth of Wing Chun, is incredible. Heading back to Hong Kong James, Mark and Abid still had a few more people to meet.

The last of 6 hotels in 10 days was situated in the bustling area of Wanchai. Whilst in Wanchai James, Mark and Abid visited Grandmaster Chau Lin Fat (Dennis Chau). In fact Grandmaster Chau Lin Fat is the Wing Chun Grandfather of James Sinclair as he is the teacher of James' first Wing Chun teacher. It was disappointing to hear that Grandmaster Chau Lin Fat had been asked not teach other people based in the UK, but as a true gentleman he ignored this somewhat selfish request and took some time to explain some of his fascinating approach to Wing Chun Kung Fu. Grandmaster Chau Lin Fat is a very humble gentleman with genuine skill and understanding. He has a very effective approach to Wing Chun and produces some good students.

A trip to Hong Kong would not be complete without a visit to meet Grandmaster Wan Kam Leung. In fact James, Mark and Abid meet with Master Wan on three occassions. Grandmaster Wan is a charismatic and talented individual. Again he is very humble and takes the time to make everyone feel they are special. On the last meeting he invited James, Mark and Abid to a beautiful evening meal, all the more enjoyable with his engaging conversation and sense of humour. The next day James filmed some video of Grandmaster Wan demonstrating various facets of Wng Chun. He showed his form, wallbag training, dummy knives and performed some double chi sau with Sifu Abid. James has since edited the clip to include in the great teaching seminar held in 2008. This will be released on DVD with English subtitles and is a must have for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of Wing Chun.

Lastly, but by no means least James Mark and Abid went to visit Master Fung Man. He was originally a student of Master Law Bing one of the original student of Grandmaster Ip Man. After Law Bing passed away Master Fung trained diligently under Grandmaster Wong Shun Leung. Fung Man is a lovely human being, and has good Wing Chun ability. His nature is so humble that he trained in sticky hand with both Sifu Phillips and Sifu Mahmood for quite some time. Later James and Fung Man Sifu trained together and had an enjoyable exchange of skills. As stated Fun man Sifu has a very humble nature and he requested that Sifu's Mark and Abid teach his students, which was very honouring and was enjoyed by all.

Since this trip a number of students have requested to know if we will be going back. We are hoping to take up to 60 students in November 2010 with 20 students from Mark, Abid and James' schools. If this is something you would be interested in please inform us as soon as possible as a LOT of arrangements would need to be made.

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Academy News & Updates July 2009

Thank you

Thank you for your kind gesture with regards to the collection given to me when our new academy opened in Wood Green last summer. I have now used the gift to purchase new Thai pads for the school, which can be used by all our students.


Siu Nim Tao

The Siu Nim Tao (Stage 1) grading will take place on 11 July 2009 at 1.30pm. Please can all students who wish to take part, let us know as soon as possible. The grading will cost £25. Please also ensure that your membership and licence is up-to-date and that you have a full uniform.


Shower Room

I am pleased to inform you that work on the shower room will commence in the next couple of weeks and we hope to complete the work as soon as possible.

We do not expect that this will cause any disruption to the academy.


Friday Training

The Kwoon will now be open 7 days a week, including Fridays from 6 to 8pm for a drop-in session. This is a good opportunity for any student who would like to do some additional training.

Please note that the Friday’s drop-in session will be for a trial period based on demand.


Running Group

A group of students have recently organised a running trip every Wednesday at 8pm. The run lasts for about 30 minutes, starting from the Kwoon and involves a route to Alexandra Palace and back.

You are more than welcome to join them if you would like to improve your fitness levels.


Toilets

To keep the Kwoon tidy and clean, may I ask all students to take home their personal belongings at the end of each day and to discard any paper cups used and rubbish left behind.

In addition, please can you also leave the toilets as you expect to find them. Especially during the hot summer months, it very important that we keep the Kwoon as clean as possible.


1st Year Anniversary – 8 August 2009

It has almost been a year since our Academy has opened. To coincide with this date, we are going to organise the ‘Instructor of the Year’ and ‘Student of the Year’

All students will be able to choose their favourite Instructor (with the exception of Si Fu and Assistant Instructors) for what ever reason. This will give us the opportunity for us to recognise and appreciate their efforts and commitment to the school.

In return, our Instructors will be selecting a ‘Student of the year’ for 2009. This will be based on a number of factors such as attitude, dedication, determination, improvement and generally a student that we should all respect and admire. The choice will be targeted at all levels of training.

Selection will begin in 8 August 2009.


3rd Level Grading

The 3rd Level Grading will be taking place in the autumn of 2009. This grading is at Instructor’s level and it represents the transition for Instructors to become a Si Fu. Preparation is currently undergoing. Master James Sinclair will be assessing the grading on the day.

We will let you know when a date has been set, as I am sure many students would like to attend to support the Instructors.

Kind Regards,

Mark Phillips Sifu

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