What is Wing Chun?
[back] Wing Chun is a form of Kung Fu martial art from China. It is believed to be around 400 years old and is a derivative from the Sholin methods of Kung Fu. The Snake and Crane forms are obvious relatives of Wing Chun. Mantis, Monkey and Dragon style elements have also found their way into the Wing Chun system. Wing Chun is also known as Chinese Boxing. It is a close range or inside fighting system that lies between boxing and grappling. In modern terms Wing Chun could be considered a form of clinch fighting. On a more esoteric level Wing Chun is used to develop energy and balance between body and mind. Many practitioners of Wing Chun do not engage in competitive or sport fighting activities but would rather use their training for other life endeavors. Wing Chun is best suited as a practical and efficient method of self defense that can be learned and applied in a relatively short amount of time. Bruce Lee made Wing Chun world famous and inspired his friend Grand-Master Chris Chan t
