Simply Wing Chun Kung Fu [Paperback]

Sifu Shaun Rawcliffe (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2003

Wing Chun is a logical, scientific, yet simple Chinese martial art system, which was developed purely for practical and effective self-defense for everybody. It is a martial art known for its efficiency and economy of movement, which emphasizes natural and efficient use of the body. This book looks at the fundamental principles of the hand and leg techniques; the shape, structure, and movements; each of the "empty hand" forms; and it gives a scientific and anatomical explanation of the basic principles underlying the Wing Chun system.

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About the Author

Sifu Shaun Rawcliffe is the chief instructor of the Midlands Wing Chun Kuen and the author of Simply Wing Chun Kung Fu. Sifu Gary McKenzie is a direct student of GrandMaster Ip Ching and chief instructor of The Wing Chun School. Paul S. Clifton is the editor of Combat magazine.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Crowood Press (October 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1861265964
• ISBN-13: 978-1861265968
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,064,179 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Impressive, December 4, 2003

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"ctcheung" (Hong Kong) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Simply Wing Chun Kung Fu (Paperback)

I am deeply impressed by the format and content of this book. It manages to cover all the key aspects of Ving Tsun Kuen in great depth and detail without promoting one 'family' style or approach.
As a Dit Dar doctor (bone healer), I am also very impressed by the depth of knowledge and understanding shown by the author and by the articles he included by 3 of his students. It is rare to find a westerner who can appreciate and understand the complexity of Qi energy, let alone it's use within Gung Fu.

The publication of this book gives great reassurance that the teachings of Man Gung are at last being fully appreciated and passed on correctly abroad.
Rawcliffe Sifu is a credit to his teacher, himself and to his Wing Chun brothers. His obvious years of studies, research and dedication plus his openness and willingness to share his acquired knowledge, without the need for self promotion is indeed a rare commodity.
I am honoured to be able to review this book.

Cheung
Tai Po, NT, Hong Kong (SAR)

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wing Chun without the politics at last!, November 27, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Simply Wing Chun Kung Fu (Paperback)

At last a book on Wing Chun rather than a book about the person behind the book. Sifu Shaun Rawcliffe has managed to do what so many others have failed to do, write a clear and concise book about the system of Wing Chun. So many other books seem to be promotional literature about the authors who happen to do Wing Chun. I found this book went in to great depth about the basics of the Wing Chun system and therefore will remain a great source of reference for students at all levels. It thankfully avoids the usual " this is how I do it" approach and refreshingly addresses the "this is what is behind whoever does it" approach.
Excellent, I shall be recommending this to all my students.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ving Tsun Kuen, November 27, 2003

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"ltkwong" (Hong Kong (SAR)) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Simply Wing Chun Kung Fu (Paperback)

I have been studying Ving Tsun (Wing Chun) in Hong Kong for over 30 years and this is the first book in English that has managed to explain the essence of Ving Tsun. My Si-Fu, even my Si-Kung, Ip Man, would have been proud that Ving Tsun is being taught and explained so well around the world. This book embodies the teachings of my Si-Fu and his Ving Tsun To Dai (Kung Fu brothers), probably due to Rawcliffe Sifu's studies in Hong Kong and incompasses the simple complexity that is Ving Tsun Kuen. Understanding the structure to Ving Tsun is key to understanding how Ving Tsun works so effectively and efficiently and a book like this was long over due. Including the Ving Tsun Kuen Kuit elevates the book even further by embracing the philosophy of all that is Ving Tsun.
Leo T K Wong. Hong Kong 2003.