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Cheung, who studied wing chun under wing chun master Yip Man, demonstrates the entire chum kil form, along with chi sao drills and applications, in this fully illustrated volume for the advanced wing chun practitioner. Cheung became a member of the Black Belt Hall of Fame in 1983 as Kung Fu Artist of the Year. (For this item please quote stock ID 5406) ISBN: 9780897501187

(For this item please quote stock ID 7491) ISBN: 9780901764645

James Yimm Lee studied sil lum and wing chun before training in jeet kune do with Bruce Lee. The author, along with Ted Wong, demonstrates the techniques of wing chun kung fu. Included are stances, footwork, chi sao exercises, trapping hands, defenses and sil-lim-tao, the first form of wing chun. Ted Wong is one of only four people to have been personally trained by Bruce Lee and trained for instructorship, and one of only two people to have received certificates from Bruce Lee, in jeet kune do. (For this item please quote stock ID 9318) ISBN: 9780897500371

Although the art of wing chun Kung-fu is perhaps one of the most popular martial arts in the world, it was kept very much private until the 1950s. Hailing from Mainland China, the Yuan Kay-San system of wing chun, one of the most rare and elusive branches of the art, is finally introduced to the Western world. For the first time in book form, Rene Ritchie, one of the art's leading scholars, shares the fundamentals of the Yuen Kay-San system of wing chun. Included are the history, concepts, and foundation of the art, the sup yee sik and siu lien tao forms, and their practical applications. For beginners, it serves as a great introduction to wing chun; for the seasoned practitioner, it offers a new and unique perspective into the art. (For this item please quote stock ID 14529) ISBN: 9781892515032

Wing Chun is a logical, scientific yet simple Chinese martial art system, which was developed purely for practical and effective self-defence for everybody. It is a martial art known for its efficiency and economy of movement, which emphasises natural and efficient use of the body. Topics include: *The fundamental principles of the hand & leg techniques *Detailed explanations of the shape, structure & movements, & a checklist for each technique *A detailed analysis & explanation of each of the 'empty hand' forms *An in-depth explanation of the principles & concepts behind Chi Sao, Wing Chun?s 'sticky hands' *A scientific & anatomical explanation of the basic principles underlying the Wing Chun system. Sifu Shaun Rawcliffe is one of the world?s highest qualified and certified Wing Chun instructors. He has been training in Wing Chun since 1979 and is one of only 15 instructors in the world officially certified to represent Grandmaster Ip Chun. Shaun is the chief instructor of the Midlands Wing Chun Kuen (UK). (For this item please quote stock ID 22242) ISBN: 9781861265968

(For this item please quote stock ID 22877) ISBN: 9789627284758

Mastering Kung Fu provides you with a path for taking your kung fu training and combat skills to the next level. Based on Wing Chun kung fu, this book will give you insight into the most advanced combat theories, skills, and tactics?as well as the history and evolution of traditional kung fu?that will give you the edge with your opponent.
Mastering Kung Fu introduces these advanced theories that show you how science plays as much a role in kung fu as art:
>Centreline theory >Two lines of offence & defence >Three reference points >Five line (dimensional) theory >Five phases of combat >Six gates concept >Kiu sau (bridge arm) employment concepts >Chi sau (sticking hand) concepts
By understanding these principles, you will see how space and time factor into successful, tactical manoeuvers. Then, by combining these principles with detailed instruction on the subtleties of advanced techniques, you will be able to add the concepts to your own arsenal to improve your combat skills ? even if you are an established black belt. You will also find clear, concise flow charts that detail various combat situations, showing you different tactical options as well as the potential outcomes of executing those options.
In addition, you will discover the ancient combat secrets of the monks by tracing the evolution of Shaolin kung fu from the Northern Temples to the Southern Temples. Learn how the Chan Buddhist philosophy of universal harmony has influenced the advancement of Wing Chun kung fu, and how it contributes to the way in which kung fu is performed today. (For this item please quote stock ID 23636) ISBN: 9780736045681

The art of wing chun, which translates to 'beautiful springtime', is one of the most popular fighting styles in America today. It is effective, can be used in today?s modern society and is based on a straightforward, no-nonsense approach to achieving results?quickly. This book is an excellent compendium of wing-chun?s history and techniques. (For this item please quote stock ID 19768) ISBN: 9780865680029

Profusely illustrated with over 300 historical photographs, Complete Wing Chun presents seldom seen information on a dozen branches of the Wing Chun art. It offers the reader a side-by-side comparison of these arts by outlining each system in terms of history, principles, basics, and training methods. This is a helpful resource for the interested newcomer and a valuable reference for the long-time practitioner.

(For this item please quote stock ID 5785) ISBN: 9780804831413