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A Letter To Myself-Marcus Morales

In this Article: “A Letter To Myself-Marcus Morales”, Marcus tells us his story of how he started his Wing Chun Training. We hope you enjoy this little story! A Letter To Myself-Marcus Morales Do you know the feeling you get when you are about to do something and you do not know what the outcome […]

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Your Black Belt Journey

There is a reason the title is “Your Black Belt Journey”, it’s YOUR journey. No one else can walk your life. You were created for a purpose and it’s your job to walk it to the best of your ability. That being said, too many times we see students comparing themselves to another student. In […]

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3 Training Cycles of Martial Arts

If you have just begun your training in martial arts you know it can become very frustrating. You can feel lost in the material. Confused on a technique. Or you feel like you are behind where you should be. All of the these factors make starting martial arts difficult for the newbie. In this article, […]

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The Kickers Guide A-H (Part I)

The Kickers Guide A-H (Part I): Once you learn how to use your legs, a whole new world of possibilities opens up. And it is a beautiful world.

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Wing Chun Entry Techniques

The ability to close the distance with an opponent is essential to any Wing Chun practitioner. You must be able to quickly respond to an opponents attack and shut them down to avoid follow up attacks.

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How to Choose the Right Sparring Gear for Safety

Sparring is an essential part of most martial arts. But when it comes to Sparring Protective Gear, each school decides how much and of what type to wear.

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Cardio, Lifting, and Martial Arts

But weightlifting goes beyond additional speed and power, affecting our bodies down to bone. Other studies show that lifting can improve bone density.

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Entry Sparring Moves

Entry sparring moves include all techniques that make the opponent more open or vulnerable to follow up techniques. These almost always preformed in a sequence of moves instead of a single strike. The following are some of the most used as well as some personal favorites from our kwoon.

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Wing Chun vs Jab, Cross, Hook Takedown Combo

When you respond to an attack you should be immediately seeking to follow it up to finish your opponent. You would only utilized these counter techniques if you are unable to flow into and 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc. follow up

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Unlock Maximum Power with the Right Wing Chun Fighting Footwork

You can have the fastest hands in the world, but if you aren't at the right place at the right time that won't matter.

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Spotting Martial Art Frauds

How the school handles money matters, their credibility, and the techniques they teach are among the most pressing factors to consider when choosing a school. Let this article help you in Spotting Martial Art Frauds.

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Worst Case Scenario Self Defense

Worst Case Scenario Self Defense In a worst case scenario the best and most useful tools at your discretion are violent aggression, self confidence in your ability, and the will to do whatever is necessary to survive. These are weapons that can only be disarmed by you and are carried with you everywhere you go at […]

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Serious Unarmed Combat thru real Wing Chun Kung Fu

Serious Unarmed Combat thru real Wing Chun Kung Fu Military and Special Forces train in Close Quarter Combat to quickly take down enemies. Private citizens can learn it as well. To learn such a skill a person must undergo rigorous training. Training that involves using sudden, overwhelming, and relentless application of violence to give enemy […]

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Chinese Martial Arts’ Unique Philosophy of Body and Mind

PART 1 – Chinese Martial arts – Sifu Och Wing Chun ArticleWhen broken up, martial is referred to as “those inclined to war or fighting”. Art is referred to as “the expression or creative skill and imagination”. Thus, martial arts is to be translated as “the expression of creative fighting skills”. Some (possibly the majority) […]

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How to Defend Against Punches: Martial Arts Techniques You Need to Know

Master Real Self-Defense in Lakeland with Proven Techniques Martial Arts Punches, from jabs to straight strikes exist in almost all styles of self defense. Though different arts may vary slightly in how they deliver this technique, the biggest difference lies in how they defend against it. Some martial arts punches will block the blow with […]

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Making Use of Soft Targets in Wing Chun

A Wing Chun punch delivered straight to the cheek will cause a great deal of damage. Imagine how incapacitating that punch would be if delivered to soft targets?

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Having Situational Awareness of Your Surroundings

Just how much attention are you paying to your surroundings? Having good situational awareness of your surroundings and being aware is very important.

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Your Own Martial Arts Secret

We as martial artists should do everything in our power to promote peace. You should keep your own martial arts a secret as well to make sure this happens.

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Learn These Three Moves For Self Defense

Learn these three core Wing Chun techniques to ensure victory! These techniques stand out due to their simplicity. Learn these three moves, and your Wing Chun will have a solid base. Be simple, direct, and devastating!

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Fighting Fitness – Are You Fit to Fight?

Asking the question: "Are you fit to fight?" and knowing your personal fighting fitness is something you want to do before it matters.

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Building a Solid Wing Chun Foundation

Without good structure, techniques will not have a solid base to operate from and will collapse under the weight of an opponent that has developed their structure.

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Online Certified Sifus – Bad or Convenient?

Would you like fries with that sash? Do you consider online certified sifus to be real, genuine teachers? We don't. Be sure to really investigate who you're training under.

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When It’s Life or Death What Do You Do?

Motivation to do anything in life comes from one thing, the “why”. So when it's life or death, what do you do? Training and your mindset are everything.

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Injuries in Martial Arts: Setback or Opportunity?

It’s not a question of if you’re going to get hurt as you pursue your path in martial arts. It’s a matter of when. The big questions is what you do with these. Are injuries in martial arts a setback or opportunity?

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Don’t Wait. Learn Self-Defense Now

Sometimes only a close tragedy produces the desire or motivation to pursue training in the martial arts. Our advice? Don't wait to learn self defense. Learn it now, while you can protect yourself and your loved ones.

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Self Defense Programs: Find the Best One Near You

Sifu Och’s Three Sections of Teaching

When to Learn Wooden Dummy & Chi Sau

4 Ways to Intercept

Afterschool Kung Fu Fun

Unlock Potential: The Incredible Strength of Wing Chun Martial Arts

A Letter To Myself-Marcus Morales

Your Black Belt Journey

3 Training Cycles of Martial Arts

The Kickers Guide A-H (Part I)

Wing Chun Entry Techniques

How to Choose the Right Sparring Gear for Safety

Cardio, Lifting, and Martial Arts

Entry Sparring Moves

Wing Chun vs Jab, Cross, Hook Takedown Combo

Unlock Maximum Power with the Right Wing Chun Fighting Footwork

Spotting Martial Art Frauds

Worst Case Scenario Self Defense

Serious Unarmed Combat thru real Wing Chun Kung Fu

Chinese Martial Arts’ Unique Philosophy of Body and Mind

How to Defend Against Punches: Martial Arts Techniques You Need to Know

Making Use of Soft Targets in Wing Chun

Having Situational Awareness of Your Surroundings

Your Own Martial Arts Secret

Learn These Three Moves For Self Defense

Fighting Fitness – Are You Fit to Fight?

Building a Solid Wing Chun Foundation

Online Certified Sifus – Bad or Convenient?

When It’s Life or Death What Do You Do?

Injuries in Martial Arts: Setback or Opportunity?

Don’t Wait. Learn Self-Defense Now

Self Defense Programs: Find the Best One Near You

Sifu Och’s Three Sections of Teaching

When to Learn Wooden Dummy & Chi Sau

4 Ways to Intercept

Afterschool Kung Fu Fun

Unlock Potential: The Incredible Strength of Wing Chun Martial Arts

A Letter To Myself-Marcus Morales

Your Black Belt Journey

3 Training Cycles of Martial Arts

The Kickers Guide A-H (Part I)

Wing Chun Entry Techniques

How to Choose the Right Sparring Gear for Safety

Cardio, Lifting, and Martial Arts

Entry Sparring Moves

Wing Chun vs Jab, Cross, Hook Takedown Combo

Unlock Maximum Power with the Right Wing Chun Fighting Footwork

Spotting Martial Art Frauds

Worst Case Scenario Self Defense

Serious Unarmed Combat thru real Wing Chun Kung Fu

Chinese Martial Arts’ Unique Philosophy of Body and Mind

How to Defend Against Punches: Martial Arts Techniques You Need to Know

Making Use of Soft Targets in Wing Chun

Having Situational Awareness of Your Surroundings

Your Own Martial Arts Secret

Learn These Three Moves For Self Defense

Fighting Fitness – Are You Fit to Fight?

Building a Solid Wing Chun Foundation

Online Certified Sifus – Bad or Convenient?

When It’s Life or Death What Do You Do?

Injuries in Martial Arts: Setback or Opportunity?

Don’t Wait. Learn Self-Defense Now

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