Belonoha - The wing chun compendium, volume one

Copyright 2004, 2006 by Wayne Belonoha. All rights reserved. No portion of this book, except for brief review, may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any meanselectronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwisewithout written permission of the publisher. For information contact Blue Snake Books c/o North Atlantic Books.

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The Library of Congress has cataloged the printed edition as follows:
Belonoha, Wayne.
The wing chun compendium / by Wayne Belonoha.
p. cm.
Summary: An illustrated manual of wing chun movements and applications in the three hand forms, underscoring the philosophy and theory on which they are based
Provided by publisher.
Originally published: Victoria, B.C. : Trafford, c2004.
Includes bibliographical references.
eISBN: 978-1-58394-653-4
1. Kung fu. I. Title.
GV1114.7.B45 2005
796.8159dc22

2005027027

v3.1

Without the support of my loving wife, Jeannie, I would not have had the opportunity to study ving tsun or write this book. It is her time that has been spent in the creation of this book. For her patience and generosity I am very grateful.

I must also thank my teacher, Grandmaster Sunny Tang, for his continued patience and teachings. He has given me the direction and inspiration I needed to set myself on a path of continuous personal growth.

Thank you to my family for all the support over the years.

Thanks also to all my friends and kung fu brothers for their help in producing this book. Special mention must go out to the following:

I would also like to thank the following ving tsun family members who had significant contributions to my growth and understanding. They gave the right guidance at the right time.

Si baak gong Ip Ching, si baak gong Ip Chun, si gung Moy Yat, si suk Leo Immimura, si hing Walter Jakimczuk, si hing John Peluso, and si hing Surendra Siew.

For my wife.

Certified Ving Tsun Instructor

National Certified Coach,
7th Level, Master Degree

Founder & Head Instructor, Canadian Ving Tsun Academy, Calgary, Canada Member, Confederation of Canadian Wushu Organizations

O RGANIZER, JUDGE, AND SENIOR OFFICIAL

National and International Kung Fu Competitions, including Wushu National Team Selection Competitions

P ERFORMANCES

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, 2000

Grand opening of the Ip Man Hall, Foshan, China, 2002

Numerous Masters Demonstrations

G OLD M EDALIST

at multiple national and international level competitions

M EDIA

Regular TV appearances, demonstrations, commercials, interviews, and published articles

P AST A FFILIATIONS

Vice President, United Wushu Federation of Canada

Chairman, United Wushu Association of Ontario

H ISTORY

For more information about the author, and to view videos of the forms in this book, visit our website at http://www.vingtsun.ca

Everything should be made as simple as possible,

but not simpler.

- Albert Einstein

The techniques discussed and demonstrated in this book can be extremely dangerous, and may even result in death if not performed under qualified supervision.

It is not the intent of the author or publisher to encourage readers to attempt any of the techniques contained within this book, with or without proper training and supervision.

The author and publisher disclaim any liability from any damage or injuries of any type that a reader of this book may encounter or inflict from use of the information, knowledge or actions explicitly or implicitly derived from information in this book.

This book is for informational and theoretical study purposes only.

The information, words, diagrams, figures, and photos, hereafter known as The Content, are the sole property of the author and are protected under international copyright laws. The Content may not be used or reproduced in any other form or publication without the explicit permission of the author.

The striking point diagrams used in this book are for general reference only. While every caution has been taken to accurately depict the location graphically, it is very difficult outside the context of touch. For exact location, please contact the author, another qualified instructor, or Chinese medical professional.

After more than 10 years of study in various martial arts I came to discover the wonder of wing chun.

I was immediately drawn to its gracefulness through efficient and effective movement, and intellectually sound reasoning. After the initial discovery of wing chun I have never looked back. Although I continue to remain open minded to new possibilities, it is increasingly difficult to find another art that is so in line with my personal philosophies or so logically efficient in dealing with situations.