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Unlike many martial art system, Ving Chun Kuen Gung Fu was created to be fully combative in all aspects. Its theories, principles and concepts are based on the structure and limitations of the human body. These limitations are highly exploited in Ving Chun by angular strikes, forward and regain stepping and last but not least, centerline application. The many concepts in Ving Chun utilize our mental capacity in comprehending the idea of doing just enough to get the job done. The principles of Ving Chun are based on one's character in practise, teaching and combative application. The theories in Ving Chun are based on the possible outcomes in any given scenarios. This means one may have an idea of how a combatitive situation may be, and what techniques they may use to exercise application of their techniques. The only way to prove this theory is the use of it in actual combat.It is save to say that through the development of Ving Chun Kuen Gung Fu, in light of the full comprehension of one's theory, concepts and principles, mastery of this sytem would not take too long to achieve. This reason being is the method it was created for. To actually recognised this method, one must take into consideration, size, structure, and ability of the person who had originally refined its techniques.
Since a woman had refined these techniques, she saw high kicks, low stances, and extreme forward energy would allow her to get hurt more than protecting herself. Ng Mui, being this woman, had left out the unnecessary motions of some of the most well-known movements in the Shaolin Martial Arts. Seeking a more effective manner to protect oneself, she took on ideas of centerline protection, centerline attack, simultaneous attack & defense, and last but not least, the idea of utilizing lower kicks to maintain a rooted posture while in combat.
It is well known that the many martial arts in existense are seemingly fancy, using large motion to express attack & defense. The various styles are very pleasing to the eye, especially to the novice. Therefore, to an untrained eyes, Ving Chun Kuen Gung Fu would look ugly and ineffective when compare to the flashy, acrobatic methods of these aforementioned martial art system. In actual, the acrobatic and flashy movements cannot be used in combat effectively, unless practised for many years. Ving Chun Kuen on the hand, can be used effectively in a shorter period of time.
Like many martial arts, there are unlimited benefits to reap with Ving Chun Kuen Gung Fu. Yet, these benefits will only manifest if the proper tools are in place and set for each individual conditions. There is a truth in Ving Chun that states simplicity is the key to all combative expression. Following this truth in everyday living, one sees that the way they walk, think and communicate will change. Cultivating mind and movement with simplicity, the limitations of the human body become nonexistent.
The usual benefits of physical well being, healthy living and a clear mind, will manifest due to proper guidance, participation, patience, and will of both the teacher and student.
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