Weng Chun
Grand Master Andreas Hoffmann and Master Haydar Yilmaz demonstrating Chi Sao in action | |
| Also known as | Chi Sim Wing Chun, Siu Lam Wing Chun |
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| Focus | Self-defense |
| Creator | Allegedly Chi Sim, conceived at Southern Shaolin Temple. |
| Parenthood | Ming-era Nanquan |
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| Chinese martial arts (Wushu) |
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Weng Chun Kung Fu (Chinese: 永春; lit. 'eternal spring') is a Southern-style Chinese Martial Art.
Weng Chun is considered a "soft" style martial art in that it utilizes the energy of the opponent to break structure rather than trying to match their energy. The main focus is on combining physical fitness with the health of both the body and mind. This is achieved through a combination of hard physical training and a deep underlying philosophy of understanding one's body movements and how and why they are employed. The ultimate goal in Weng Chun is complete mastery of both the body and the mind.