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Alan Gibson - Beginning Wing Chun: Why Wing Chun Works

Beginning Wing Chun Alan Gibson New Book

Setting a new benchmark in martial arts literature, Beginning Wing Chun is a completely revised edition of Alan’s Gibson’s first book, Why Wing Chun Works and reflects the evolution of training methods, both of the author and of the martial arts world in general. Once again this definitive book is clearly illustrated with new photography and diagrams, but in addition it now contains a complete set of training drills, with key footwork and concept linking methods. Fighting practice, fence work, reality drills, and strength and conditioning are also included in this comprehensive and essential manual. Enabling readers to learn how Wing Chun works, why it is so effective in practice and why its methods differ so radically from other martial arts.

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Wing Chun, (also known as Ving Tsun or Wing Tsun) kung fu is a traditional style of southern Chinese martial art. It is widely known as the style Bruce Lee studied before shooting to Hollywood fame.

The Wing Chun Federation maintains a non-political standpoint. We are a collective of like minded groups and teachers primarily concerned with the teaching of quality Wing Chun kung fu. We believe that political infighting only serves to divide, and will not enhance our martial arts in any way.

Wing Chun is a subtle and complete system of Chinese Kung Fu, developed over hundreds of years to serve as a natural protection for the body, and as an effective fighting method. According to legend Wing Chun was initially devised by Ng Moi, a Buddhist nun. The style was then taught to a young girl called Yim Wing Chun, who successfully used her newly learned skills to defend herself against a local bully who attempted to rape her.

"Improve self confidence, assertiveness and self esteem"

When the legendary Grandmaster Yip Man arrived in Hong Kong, the style was taught to Wong Shun Leung, who in turn developed his own interpretation of the style based around his experience of Beimo or challenge fighting. Wong was a peerless and intelligent fighter. Throughout his many Hong Kong challenge fights, in which he fought experts and champions from many different martial arts styles, he remained undefeated. Wong named his style of Wing Chun, 'Ving Tsun'. It was forged in the fire of battle to be simple direct and efficient. He was also known as Bruce Lee's mentor and coach and continued to exchange ideas with him up until Bruce's death.

"Suitable for any age and fitness level"

Wing Chun does not pit strength against strength but rather employs its unique understanding of angles and sensitivity to force in order to over come aggression. A small or physically weaker victim who is skilled in Ving Tsun, can overcome an attack from a much bigger and stronger assailant. This makes Wing Chun also ideal for Women's Self Defence. It is also suitable for any age, and fitness level. The training focus is on the reality of fighting, as opposed to competition or sport.

"Exercises are scientific in approach."

Wing Chun exercises are systematic and logical, training is carried out in a atmosphere of friendly co-operation as opposed to one of aggressive competition, allowing students to develop freely and at their own pace. It is possible for a complete novice to become competent within one year, although practical ability is only the beginning; there is always room for deeper exploration and personal interpretation.

"Maintains a healthy body and mind"

Aside from the obvious fighting applications, Wing Chun also helps to maintain a healthy body and mind. Regular practice will help loosen the joints, tone the musculature and improve posture. By the very nature of the practice a relaxed and focused mind is also achieved. This combination reduces stress and allows the body's natural protection mechanisms to strengthen.

"Teaching is endorsed to the highest levels."

The effectiveness of Alan Gibson's teaching is endorsed to the highest levels, both in Hong Kong and the UK. Alan has been teaching Kung Fu and Women's Self Defence for many years he has had three books (Why Wing Chun Works, Simple Thinking: Intelligent Fighters and The Wing Chun Forms: Combat Textbooks) as well as several DVDs on Wing Chun published.

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