Ving Tsun update 2012-4
In April Peter and Mark ran the Wing Chun classes whilst I was forced to take a break to have a couple of operations. Peter introduced power bands into the sessions he ran to aid in developing speed and power. I received very positive feedback on his sessions and innovative approach; well done Peter! Congratulations …
Ving Tsun update 2012-3
This month I continued to emphasise structure, during Wing Chun classes, hip/elbow connection and timing. I also included training drills that develop striking power and striking power when your arms are extended (i.e. long-bridge power). In addition, I covered the fundamentals of Chi Sau with the emphasis on relaxed, fast reflexes, “springy-energy” and getting the most out of your …
Ving Tsun update 2012-2
During February Wing Chun classes the structures I focussed on in January were worked on under higher levels of pressure and in more varied sets of circumstances. There was a greater emphasis on timing when applying a structure (or concept) and less on developing the integrity of any particular structure. “Springy energy” was also a focus …
Ving Tsun update 2012-1
Welcome to my first post for 2012. This year the blog will have a different format. It will focus more closely on Wing Chun training that’s been happening at the club and be more of a reference tool for you and your training. This means that the blog will include a new feature; video content …
2011 Ving Tsun Update – A year in review
What we achieved What a year 2011 has been for us at Ving Tsun Combat Science! Our organisation officially launched as Ving Tsun Combat Science in January and the rest of the year was packed with a number of firsts for the club and exciting events, including: Mannie De Matos’ seminar on his knife defence …
July Ving Tsun Update
Welcome to the 5th Ving Tsun update for 2011 In this update: Re-cap of the first half year at Ving Tsun Combat Science Outline of next 6 months training 12 Weeks to Border Incident II Re-cap of the year so far Seminars Mannie De Matos ran a seminar on his knife defence system at the club …
May Ving Tsun Update
Welcome to the 4th Ving Tsun update for 2011 In this update: WSL Ving Tsun demonstration at MSAC this Saturday May 28th May and June training WSL Ving Tsun demonstration at MSAC this Saturday May 28th The club has been asked to do a 5 minute demonstration this Saturday during a “Kung Fu Spectacular” at the …
Ving Tsun Update 3 for 2011
Welcome to the 3rd Ving Tsun update for 2011 In this update: Easter training, Change in training times Training themes for the next two months April Training Attendance has been impacted on by injuries, illnesses and study workloads. Some sessions have been fairly quiet and others have been very busy. There has been a noticeable improvement …
April Ving Tsun Update
This is a short Ving Tsun update to share information regarding: Easter training, Change in training times Fee due dates Training themes for the next three months Training so far this year The busy schedule hasn’t eased up. Mannie De Matos ran a Tudik Raan (Knife Response System) seminar at the club on Friday March 18th. …
Welcome to training in 2011
It has been quite a busy year so far with the commencement of training and quite a few new starters joining the club, David and Intan’s wedding and a flying visit from our favourite Illawarra native; John Smith. Training so far this year Wing Chun training commenced on January 11. The focus has been on …