What is Wing Chun?

Wing Chun is an art which is based around a very effective self-defence system. The art also promotes good health by relying primarily on relaxation and sensitivity when applying the techniques. This allows a more holistic approach to staying healthy by focusing on mind, body and spirit simultaneously rather than regarding each as a separate entity.

As a self-defence system Wing Chun is quite different from many other martial arts in that it relies on economy of motion and simplicity rather than excessive, "flashy" and complex movements. It also relies on an understanding of energies and an ability to redirect an opponents energy rather than blocking it by force alone. As Wing Chun assumes the opponent (aggressor) is bigger and stronger all of the techniques contained in the system will work no matter how big or strong that physical threat is.