Wing Chun Kung Fu

Wing Chun Kung Fu

Wing Chun Kung Fu is a concept-based Chinese martial art and form of self-defense utilising both striking and grappling while specializing in close range combat. Considered to be one of the three great martial art styles of Southern China, it was founded by a woman, a Buddhist nun, Ng Mui. This fighting style is aimed at designing a more effective fighting method which does not rely on brute strength to be effective.

Wing Chun differed greatly from other Kung Fu styles of the time in its theory, the structure of its movements and means of generating force. It was not based on imitation (such as directly copying animal movements), but on natural, scientific laws, eliminating unnecessary movements to overcome and generate force in the most efficient way. This system develops physical, mental and spiritual awareness. Muscular struggle reduces a fight to who is stronger. Minimum brute strength in all movement becomes an equalizer in uneven strength confrontations.

One who excels as a warrior does not appear formidable.
One who excels in fighting is never aroused in anger.
One who excels in defeating their enemy does not join issues.
One who excels in employing others humbles themself before them.
This is the virtue of non-contention and matching the sublimity of heaven.