Karen Armstrong (4)

This comprehensive and clearly-presented book outlines the history, theory and practical applications of the uniquely effective wing chun art.

Wing chun offers many benefits to men, women and children, irrespective of their size, strength or age. These benefits include self-defence, fitness, confidence, relaxation, concentration, co-ordination, self-discipline and improved sporting ability.

'Wing Chun Kung Fu' provides fascinating information, not only for martial artists, but for all members show more of the general public as well. It is easy to follow, regradless of whether the reader has prior knowledge of martial arts.

Included are sections on the wing chun principles, practical self-defence, sticking hands and the sil lum tao form.

Sifu Jim Fung is interantionally recognised as one of the top wing chun masters. He is Life Director of the governing Hong Kong Wing Chun Association, Author of the Wing Chun Weapons book, and was trained in the same wing chun school as the late Bruce Lee.

Sifu Fung is constantly featured in the media, and in prestigious international journals. His Academies are regarded as among the most professional in the world.

'...the Author is so highly regarded in wing chun circles that this book was chosen as a training manual of the Hong Kong Wing Chun Association....'

Contents

Introduction
Basic principles and features of wing chun
Realistic situations
Women's self-defense
Theory of wing chun
The sil lum tao form and its applications
Sticking hands
Notes on the authors show less

Wing chun relies on skill rather than brute strength, and is suitable for women and men of any size, strength or age. Ths book is a must for everyone who has an interest in self-defence and fitness.

Contents

1 Introduction
2 Basic principles and features of wing chun
3 Realistic situations
4 Women's self-defence
5 Theory of wing chun
6 The sil lum tao form and its applications
7 Sticking hands
8 Notes on the authors