| Technique (Cantonese) | English Translation | Purpose | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Palm-Up Hand | A dispersing hand that deflects a punch outward while opening the centerline. | | Bong Sau | Wing Arm | A deflecting elbow block used to redirect high straight punches. | | Fook Sau | Taming Hand | A relaxed, bridging hand that controls the opponent’s arm. | | Pak Sau | Slapping Hand | A quick, sharp slap that clears an attacking limb. | | Lop Sau | Pulling Hand | A grab-and-pull that unbalances the opponent, often followed by a straight punch. | | Jut Sau | Jerking Hand | A sudden downward jerk to break an opponent’s structure. | | Chain Punch | Lin Wan Kuen | Rapid, straight-line punches thrown from the elbow without retracting the fist fully. | | Front Kick | Jeung Gerk | A low, stomping kick aimed at the knee, shin, or groin. |
Wing Chun trains tactile sensitivity through a drill called Chi Sau, or "Sticky Hands." It involves rolling arms with a partner to learn how to feel their intent. If an opponent pushes, you yield and strike; if they pull, you stick and follow. This develops the reflex to fight blindly—you don't need to see the attack to defend against it; you feel it.
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The third form is considered "emergency" or "poisonous" techniques. Historically, it was only taught to trusted students.
Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced martial artist looking to diversify your skills, this guide covers everything you need to know about the "Beautiful Springtime" fist. 1. What is Wing Chun?
You cannot learn Wing Chun from a book or video, but you can build the fundamentals. Here is a 15-minute daily routine:
All Wing Chun techniques originate from three traditional hand forms, or Kuen Kuit .
Once you have the idea, you must seek connection with the opponent—hence "seeking the bridge" (the bridge being the point of contact between two fighters).