1st form

SIU NIM TAO

Curriculum for first level J's Gym wing chun at BST:

Key concepts:
  1. Meet the attack; always keep forward pressure
  2. Simplicity; always strive to simplify your techniques
  3. Economy of motion; move less to become faster
  4. Center line; control of the opponent's moveability
  5. Always defend and counterattack at the same time
  6. What ever happens, don't freeze, react!
Technical curriculum
  • Siu Nim Tao, ability to do the form under guidance.
  • Basic footwork: Turning, closing in, and advancing steps.
  • 5 Basic hand techniques: Pak, Tan (2 versions), Gan, Gwat (both with partner and on mitts)
  • Self-defense: tok sao, jut sao, hand freeing technique, bear hug from behind, neck hold from the side
  • Attacking methods: Single straight punch with vertical fist, chain punches
SIU NIM TAO
The first form of 3 forms in wing chun is called Siu Nim Tao.
The form introduces the trainee to various concepts and techniques in the wing chun system.
The form includes many of the basic wing chun techniques, the correct positions and applications.

Important points:
  • (When in the stance) Place your weight on the balls of your feet while tightening the muscles on the inside of your thighs.
  • It's a stance from where you should easily and swiftly be able to move. If the feet are too close to each-other you'll lack balance, if the stance is too wide you'll loose moveability. The opening of the stance helps you find the proper width.
  • Move slowly through the hand techniques of the form. We train speed and power after the form. Instead, as you improve and begin to understand the application, focus on tensing the correct muscles needed for applying the technique and relax those that are not needed.

Footwork

Opening the stance
Turning
Closing in step
Advancing steps