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How is your wing chun training coming along… Have you continued with your classes ..more importantly are you practicing outside of classes. This is what seperates those that are hobbyists and those who are serious

Either way is fine. You will get out of it what you out in… Some people say that its hard, don’t have the time or even I don’t have a training partner. There are a number of ways to get around this. As I have mentioned before, the best place to start is the wing chun dummy.

ITs the main trainining tool . However you dont need to use it right now. You can improvise. -Broom Handles and a post ..but look online there a some great resources that show you how you can make one. Call in friends to help…just think of fun was throughout your day where you can pick up some wing chun kung fu training time.

Finding new ways to train can help improve your training. It worked for Bruce Lee Now I’m not saying to go to those lengths-but its just an insights on how little things can help and build up to a larger training experience.

Training can get tough But you need to grind it out and you find little tidbits that help with your training progression. Find creative ways that will make your training fun so that your fee more compelled to train. You need to define a systematic routine so that it becomes habit. Passion can only get you so far. Its fuel will burn out. You need a more practical approach then you will get real results. In time you will see this habit be part of your everyday life. 

Because of this you will see your training improve and go from strength to strength.

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All martial arts use sparring.  There are numerous sports, such as boxing and wrestling that use sparring as well. Sparring helpd students become better with their techniques they have learned. Practicing with others, students learn the art better.

If you are studying wing chun training in a reputable school, you’ll find sparring to be very exciting as well as beneficial to your training. instructors will be there to make sure that no one gets hurt.  Students use full body gear, including headgear, to ensure safety during practice.

It varies on your style or martial art but the more experienced you are you may not need protective gear.  Students that are very skilled wont normally need protective equipment, as they are good enough with sparring and their techniques that they can go a few rounds with other skilled students and not make any type of contact at all.

Ju jitsu focuses on grappling, and use sparring to properly execute techniques.  Martial arts that focus mainly on grappling use joint locks and submission techniques, which will need to be practiced quite a bit before they can be used effectively during a competition or even as self defence.

During sparring, students go back and forth, competing with each other and testing each other. The rounds will vary , although most last for many minutes.  Students will also receive help and insight from their instructors to let them know how they are doing and if they need to change anything they are doing.  This also gives instructors the chance to see just how well you are progressing in training and what areas you need to work more on.

Sparring can be done on your own.  If you are sparring by yourself, you’ll use equipment such as punching bags, tackling dummies, wing chun dummy, or other forms of equipment that will help you with your martial art.  The foam or rubber dummies are most often used with grappling techniques or punching on the ground, as they represent the opponent that you are trying to pummel into submission. The wing chun dummy is obviously for wing chun, but can be used for other martial arts.

All in all, sparring is an excellent way to practice the skills you have learned against equipment or other students.  Students are fun to spar against, especially if they are at a higher level of skill than you are. Sparring has many advantages , like learning what other do and how hey react to your moves. The longer you spar and practice the better you will get in your training.

I have been getting a lot if questions about how often you should train or go to your wing chun training classes.What is the right balance?Depends on your circumstances.Two or three classes per week should be OK.That may not be practical to everyone.When i started i was a student so i had time but little money.  It can get quite expensive –and then when you throw in the uniform, and other accessories it adds up.  However the  thing you must realize is that your kung fu training does not end when you finish your class.You may only manage minimal training as life gets in the way. Developing your home training strategies is important.

It only needs to take about half an hour or 45 minutes whatever you can spare.Preparation is the key with stretching and warm ups important.   This is the most important part….then follow up with a form. Alternate to to keep it interesting.    From there I would practice a few punching drills working on your footwork.  Moving forward  and backwards than practicing a few kicks.Start out with Bil sao front kick~Try out with bil sao front kick drill~Start out with Bil sao front kick}.

If you have a wing chun wooden dummy then you are a step ahead of the rest.  However this is not essential.

This will help you focus and maintain your skill on the basics and from there you can also practice on an imaginary opponent – practice what you learned on your last lessons and go through the moves.  If you are really eager to do your extra bit you can do what I did and keep a diary of every class and every lesson you take.   This can be your keep sake to always have to refer to.  Remember your training does not stop at the classroom