A correct stance is like bamboo, firm but flexible, rooted but yielding. Using a solid stance and structure enables the practitioner to deflect & control.
Performing techniques in a relaxed manner is fundamental to our training as it increases striking speed, saves energy and enables the practitioner to adapt quickly.
Our training focuses on effective positioning and use of structure to control and counter along the centreline, running between the practitioner and assailant.
The vertical fist is the most common strike in Wing Chun. It is usually delivered with the elbow down and body-weight behind the strike. Traditionally, Wing Chun kicks are kept below the waist. They are used for both attack and defence, with legs being used to check incoming kicks or to take the initiative in striking. At City Gongfu we also include more non-traditional striking techniques such as hooks and round kicks, plus takedowns and breakfalls.
Chi Sau acts as a bridge between the forms and real-life combat. It is a training method that enables practitioners to develop a high level of contact sensitivity, quick reflexes, correct body alignment and striking/trapping/tripping skills. It also helps develop adaptability.
Our weapons training mainly consists of the butterfly swords, dragon pole and lightning sticks. Students start by learning forms and then progress to applications. All training is done in a structured manner with dummy weapons (foam, wood & plastic) and a strong emphasis on safety.
At City Gongfu KIDS, we feel it is important to always keep learning and developing, so our training methods are not fixed and our syllabus is open to incorporating new skills, techniques and ideas. For example, we include breakfalls and take downs, including sweeps, trips and throws. Similarly we employ broader range of striking techniques, including circular strikes which can be used to good effect in certain situations, such as round kicks and hooks.
