Essays by Chu Shong Tin

The Wing Chun way is broad and deep
Persistent pursuit can keep your core fit
Once techniques reach the true and utmost pinnacle
Power roars like river and sea, day and night

— Translation of a poem by Sigung Chu Shong Tin

A Brief Introduction
to Wing Chun

The history of Wing Chun and
the three empty-hand forms.

A Brief Introduction
to the Philosophy of Wing Chun

The scientific nature of Wing Chun
theory and structure.

Siu Nim Tau
Tiny Idea

Learning the first empty-hand form is divided into
three stages, with four essential principles.

Chum Kiu
Bridge Detection

The second empty-hand form is the one applicable to fighting,
grouped into four principles.

Biu Jee
Darting Fingers

The third empty-hand form focuses on
maximizing acceleration and utilizing vortex force.

Mook Yan Jong
Wooden Dummy

The tactical integration of the three empty-hand forms
makes this the highest Wing Chun skill level.

Chi Sau
Sticking Hands

Necessary for training the fight reflexes
and the principles behind their application.

Facing and Chasing
One’s Shadow

Hidden within is the skill of using the mind-force
to apply simultaneous self-defence and attack.