Siu Nim Tao (The Little Idea)

This is the first and the most important open-hand movement, or taolu, of Wing Chun. All the basic hand movements are contained in Siu Nim Tao with minimal leg movement. Fundamentals of balance and body structure are developed. Relaxation is important in executing the motion.

Muk Yan Jong (Wooden Dummy)

The wooden dummy, the standard training device, represents the opponent and uses an arm and leg configuration to develop fighting skill and qi (energy) simultaneously.

It has three arms and one leg mounted on a slightly springy frame and can be manipulated to simulate different situations.

Wooden dummy practice helps a practitioner understand and respond to angles, positions and footwork, and to develop full body power.

The open-hand forms are pieced together and used as a whole when applying Muk Yan Jong.

Longwu Kung Fu Center

Address: 1 Maoming Rd S.

Tel: 6287-1528

Website: www.longwukungfu.com

Wing Chun Kung Fu

Address: Bldg 1, Room 102, 118 Fanyu Rd

Tel: 131-6248-8492

Website: www.phwingchun.com

Jiahua Kung Fu Center

Address: Room 2101, 1457 Sichuan Rd S.

Tel: 5187-0305

Website: www.wusport.cn

Zhengdao Martial Arts Club

Address: 2/F, 176 Yazhi Rd, near Xinzhuang Metro Station

Tel: 5413-0746

Website: www.cnwtf.com

(Shanghai Daily March 27, 2009)