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Why Wing Chun Works [Hardcover]

Alan Gibson (Author)


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September 30, 2001
This uniquely popular, and in depth study, systematically explains all the essential concepts, principles and basic training methods of the Wing Chun system. Beautifully illustrated with easily understood, clear, pictures and diagrams. Holistic health and philosophical arguments are also fully covered. Why Wing Chun Works is an essential training aid for anyone thinking about, or already studying Wing Chun. The Wing Chun system has many logical and systematic learning methods, similarly this book is divided into sections to facilitate the learning process, and to make cross referencing simple. Why Wing Chun Works will also prove invaluable for other experienced martial artists wishing to broaden their horizons by studying different arts. This book explains; how Wing Chun works, why it is so effective in practice and why its methods are so different to other arts.


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"This is one for all collectors of martial arts forms, whether you're Karate, Kickboxing or whatever, learning about Wing Chun economy of defence couldn't be more enjoyable." John Dawson, editor Martial Arts Illustrated. "We congratulate him on his book that explains the movements with biomechanical theories giving a more scientific approach to this art." Dr. Eugene de Silva, founder and President, The Society of Martial Arts "The book why wing chun works by sifu alan gibson, is the book i recomend to my students i found the book to be a must for any one wishing to know and understand the important fundamental principals one needs to make the wing chun system the effective fighting force it is to day!" Sifu John Agar

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 160 pages
  • Publisher: Summersdale Publishers (September 30, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1840242140
  • ISBN-13: 978-1840242140
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,785,413 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
lap sau, chi sau, single sticking hands, contact reflexes, dummy form, rolling arms
Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Wing Chun, Siu Lim Tao, Biu Tze
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