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Wing Chun Kung Fu: Traditional Chinese Kung Fu for Self-Defense and Health Paperback – April 1, 1998

by Ip Chun (Author), Michael Tse (Author)

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Straightforward and efficient, Wing Chun Kung Fu is one of the most popular forms of Kung Fu because it emphasizes techniqu over strength. By using the skills of Wing Chun Kung Fu, a smaller and weaker person can easily overcome a larger strong opponent. With its focus on technique rather than force, it is suitable for both men and women, young and old, and for those of all levels of physical fitness.
Grandmaster Ip Chun is regarded as the world's leading authority on Wing Chun. Bruce Lee--Wing Chun's most famous student--was taught by Ip Chun's father, Grandmaster Ip Man. Michael Ise is also a highly respected Qigong and martial arts master. Together they demonstrate that first form of Wing Chun (Siu Lim Tao) and show how it can be used for self-defence. They also outline the history and the art of Wing Chun and discuss its many other benefits, which include

Increased Energy and Vitality
Greater Confidence and Inner Strength
An Understanding of the Skills and Benefits of Meditation

With expert instruction and more than 100 step-by-step photographs, Wing Chun Kung Fu makes it easy to master the power and grace of this ancient martial art.

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St. Martin's Griffin
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April 1, 1998
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7.6 x 0.42 x 9.29 inches
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0749916761
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Grandmaster Ip Chun is the eldest son of legendary Grandmaster Ip Man, who was responsible for bringing Wing Chun to the modern world. Ip Chun is now considered the world's leading expert on Wing Chun Kung Fu.

Michael Tse is Qigong and martial arts master. He is the author of Qigong for Health and Vitality. He lives in England.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0312187769
Publisher ‏ : ‎ St. Martin's Griffin; First Printing edition (April 1, 1998)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 144 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0749916761
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0749916763
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.3 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.6 x 0.42 x 9.29 inches

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jack Waugh

This book is history and foundation over instruction

Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2018

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Great book for Kung Th and Wing Chun background and thorough knowledge of the history and foundation of the martial art, but as for clear and concise training in the art of Wing chun I'm afraid you should really purchase the book called Wing Chun by Yip Man which gives also background and clear instruction in the Wing Chun martial art itself. I studied Wing Chun for five semesters under model Samurai Hanchi Riddle and the book by Yip Man is by far the best option.

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Keep it simple, always the basics

Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2019

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The simple basics are always the root of a martial arts. You can always rely on the basics. Everything else is just fancy stuffy and trick moves.
This book is about the basics.
Truly if you are serious about learning this form. This book is good for your first solid three years.
If you have Amazon prime, this does a great job of breaking down the moves that you will see in the Grand Master Yip Man Wing Chun. In fact, you will see Yip Chun perform the moves that you will learn in the book.
The book does go into history of the style. There is section on self defense.
I was a little disappointed that there wasn't a section on walking/moving while performing the techniques, but I have patience. I understand that this book presents the basis that will take time to learn and empower my body within the techniques.
If you are interested in learning about Wing Chung, this book is - at the very least - a good place to start if you aren't willing to hunt down a Wing Chun school in your area.

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G. Salvador

A must have for any Wing Chun practitioner

Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2020

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I read several Wing Chun books to better understand and master the art, this is not complex at all and is easy to follow, beautiful and clear pictures and explanations from both authors, the Grand Master Ip Chun (Ip Man’s elder son) and Michael Tse Quingong Master, the book focus on the 1st form Siu Lim Tau that actually is the exam to ascend from Orange to Yellow belt but you can also start from here if you have no previous experience in the most practical Kung fu style

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Armando Ramirez

You will enjoy reading it.........and you will learn something or improve how you teach others....

Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2015

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I like reading anything either of the two brothers (sons of Ip Man) put out, there is always something to learn from these old masters. The way it has been explained to me is that they share a common core of knowledge but each learned somethings from Ip Man that the other did not. We have to get it from when while we still have them. I am fortunate that my Sifu studied directly under both of them (and Simon Lau and Wong Shun Leung). So much knowledge and wisdom, so little time left to absorb it....

You can't learn Wing Chun from a book, but you can improve and refine what you have been taught by your Sifu......sometime reading it makes it click or gives you a different pointer that works for you.....

You will enjoy reading it....

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Perfect for beginner!

Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2016

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This is a perfect book for a beginner. It mainly contains a short summary on the history of wing Chun as transmitted mouth to mouth, and good pictures of Siu Lin Tao, which is the first Wing Chun form. The ideal is that the beginner is attending Wing Chin classes, or at least watch the IP Chun Siu Lim Tao video in YouTube to have a full idea to do it at home. Finally, there are a few differences on Siu Lim Tao when coming from different lines (this one have minor differences with the applied wing chun for instance), nevertheless, it is my opinion that differences must be treated as contributions which must unite the wing chun family. I loved the book as a wing chun beginner

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Joe joe

I am really enjoying this

Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2018

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I have not finished this yet, (half way through) but have to say I am enjoying it allot. As I am older I find the health benefits to this style to be key for me. But I still have a little gas in my tank to turn it up a notch! This book helps me see other aspects of the style. Thank you.

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Scott

History to training, Good reading.

Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2019

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Interesting book with quite a bit of history that was interesting as well as useful for undertanding the roots, misconceptions and the different types of regional Wing Chun. I also appreciate the fact that the author went to great lengths to explain the early hierarchy of this style and his position in it. It lended a great deal of credibility to his position as a teacher of this form of martial art.

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Chin Wa Tsun

Wing Chun Kung Fu: Traditional Chinese Kung Fu for self defense and health

Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2013

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Ive been a student of wing chun for over a year now and one thing ive learned is that no matter how much you think youve improved, it is always good to go back to the basics to review, to strengthen and refine your forms, and make them the very best they can be. This is a very good book on the Siu Lim Tao form of Wing Chun. written by Michael Tse, student of Grandmaster Ip Chun. One thing to note when buying these books is that its very difficult to find a "definitive" volume of anything, so its often good to have an assortment or even an entire library devoted to your art. This particular book, while no where near as long as Wayne belanoha's Wing Chun Compendium, its got aspects of the siu Lim Tao you wont find there. this book is great for beginners learning the first form and even has tips for Chi Sau and Qigong during training. the first part of the book has interesting stories of Ip Man and Ip Chun, as told to Michael from Chun himself. p.s. my advice to those who want to learn but cant find a school or partners, is to not give up and read as much literature as you can and watch as many demonstrations as u can. the time will eventually come when you can find someone else to practice with and you will be better prepared! enjoy your Gung Fu!

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Faross Entertainment Ltd

A fantastic starters guide to Wing Chun

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 3, 2016

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A fantastic starters guide to Wing Chun. I have begun reading this and feel it helps to teach the mindset for this martial arts.

victoria meston

Great starter book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 8, 2013

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Must have for beginners of Wing Chun, very informative and great photos make it much easier to get to grips with Siu lim Tao.

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Vitalij

Spettacolo di libro

Reviewed in Italy on December 17, 2020

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Ottimo, davvero per i fan di Yip Man e coloro che si interessano di Wing Chun.

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Andrea Galanti

Fondamentali del Wing Chun

Reviewed in Italy on October 24, 2021

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Questo libro è adatto per chi vuole conoscere le basi, non per chi vuole approfondire. È incompleto per certi aspetti, mancano la seconda e terza forma, la forma con i coltelli e con il bastone lungo e tutto il resto.

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christof hampel

Real WingChun

Reviewed in Germany on August 17, 2020

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Das Buch hat klare und sachliche Inhalte und ist für alle Kung fu Praktizierenden die nach dem Ip Mann Wing Chun System trainieren eine gute Ergänzung. Tolle Erklärung der Snt und Ck Formen.

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