What Are the Forms of Ving Tsun Kung Fu?

The style of Ving Tsun Kung Fu, also known ascloser to the opponent and interrupt his structure
Wing Chun, puts emphasis on the concentration ofand balance.
the central line and appropriate utilization of force.Biu Jee is known as the Open Hand Form. It is
The economy of motion in this type of martialtranslated as "Darting Fingers". This form is used
arts leads us to appreciate the forms present inlast since it is composed of emergency techniques
this technique.once the previous ones have failed. It is believed
For one to go through the martial arts conditioningthat it should only be used when necessary.
for Ving Tsun Kung Fu, the forms associated inExtreme short and long range movements are
this technique should be understood. Learninggiven emphasis, including finger jabs.
these can help the practitioner to a betterThe two weapon forms are the Butterfly Swords
comprehension before really going through the(Baat Jaam Do) and Dragon Pole (Luhk Dim Boon
actual training.Kwan). The weapon used in Baat Jaam Do is a
In this technique, the forms used are the: Emptysword with a blade length equal to the fist and
Hand Form, Weapon Form and the other one isforearm. The striking techniques are primarily
done on a Wing Chun Dummy. Forms are definedaimed to the arms. In Luhk Dim Boon Kwan, a
as a set of movements executed for defensivelengthy pole is used. With the right execution of
and offensive purposes in martial arts.footwork and strikes, the opponent can be
There are three Empty or Open Hand Formsintimated and easily defeated.
used, which are Sui Nim Tao, Chum Kui and BiuThere is also a form that trains with the use of a
Jee. Sui Nim Tao is the first form which literallywooden dummy. Though it is used in other
means "Little Thought in the Head". Performingtechniques, it was first popularized under Ving
with only basic hand movements and little legTsun Kung Fu. It is also referred to as a Mook
movements is the focus of these techniques. TheJong. Using this equipment, the practitioner has the
practitioner should be able to focus well on theopportunity to perfect his skills and coordination of
details. Relaxation should also be maintained inbody movements.
order to execute hand movements with speedAll of these forms can be learned in the way of
and accuracy.Ving Tsun Kung Fu. Each form has a specific
Another form is called Chum Kui and is alsopurpose on why it was created in the first place.
known as the "Bridge Seeking Form". TheWhen all of these forms are combined and
coordination of hand and body movements arepracticed well, it creates a skilled and discipline
done to bridge the gap between you and yourmartial artist like the famous ones we know
opponent. In this way, the practitioner can movenamely Ip Man, Moy Yat and Bruce Lee.