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The Wing Chun Way

Based on efficiency and economy of movement, Wing Chun seeks the most direct
and quickest method of penetrating an opponent’s defense and gaining victory.
Effectiveness is achieved through the assessment of the situation and players, an
appropriate strategy and execution.

Physically, a practitioner’s strength comes from his or her ability to leverage body
mechanics through superior posture and structural strength. While physical
conditioning is a key component of keeping fit and maintaining strength, it is not the
essence of Wing Chun.

Wing Chun strategy combines the mental and physical, demanding that the fighter
balances the situation with his own strengths and weaknesses.Unlike other martial
arts which teach the exchange of blows, Wing Chun teaches students to fight the
opponent, giving way when the attacker presses on and attacking when the
opponent withdraws.

“A good fight should be like a small play...but played seriously. When the opponent
expands, l contract. When he contracts, l expand. And when there is an
opportunity... l do not hit...it hits all by itself.” - Bruce Lee