starting Wing Chun

[Maestromap]

Hello, I just bought "Wing Chun Kung Fu" by J. Yimm Lee and so far like the style. I am wondering if any one has any tips on how to start training in this style. I am not in a position in which I can get an instructor and money is tight. I don't want to be the next Bruce Lee or anything I just want to know the bear bones of wing chun so should I ever be in a situation where I need to fight I stand a chance. Any suggestions?

[yat_chum]

You will have great difficulty learning Wing Chun Kuen from a book. This is how I started and when I found a class I had a lot of stuff that needed to be corrected. It is hard to learn from static images, video clip are better but you really need a teacher. It has been a very long time since I owned that book what are it's contents?

This may sound strange but you should begin with stances and footwork.



Out of curiosity where in the world are you?

[Maestromap]

I live in a small B.F.N. town in Colorado. I won't be learning from one book alone, I intend on getting more material.

[yat_chum]

From what I remember this DVD might not be the most exciting one on the market but it will give you a good foundation.
http://www.ukwingchun.com/Wing_Chun_Mer ... .htm#video

Do you have anyone to practice with?

[amelia.john011]

That's really very nice.It develops coordination short distance, mobility, balance, timing, accuracy and proper use of energy. Chi Sao is often compared to a chess game that is in the Stratagy, skills and ability to constantly assess and reassess the situation.