Wing Chun teaches more than just an effective fighting method. It teaches you to become a better person through physical, mental and spiritual awareness.
Wing Chun gives you confidence in your own ability to protect your self against physical attack. When fear is removed, the arrogance of uncertainty is dispelled, and it is no longer necessary to prove yourself in any form of physical combat. By learning how to fight, you learn how to not fight.
The philosophy of Wing Chun is embodied in the Wing Chun pledge which states, ‘ I believe constant practicing of the art of the wing chun will enable me to transcend to a higher mental and physical level. I shall respect for the art, Sifu (teacher), sibling (seniors), and sidhi (juniors). I shall exercises my utmost tolerance and consideration in dealing with people and matters in and outside the academy.’
The lessons learned from studying the art become applicable to all phases of life. You learn respect for yourself and for other people, and at the same time, learn how to handle stressful situations better because through your training, you will have learned how to better control your body and your emotions.
The Philosophy of Wing Chun:
One who excels as a warrior does not appear formidable
One who excels in fighting is never aroused in anger
One who excels in defeating his enemy does not join issues
One who excels in employing others humbles himself before them
This is the virtue of non-contention and matching the sublimity of heaven.
The aim of Wing Chun kung fu is to develop physical, mental and spiritual awareness. These elements transcend to a higher level of life. Self-awareness, self-respect and duty to serve should be the goal of every martial artist. The practitioner should meditate on these principles and make peace through the study of kung fu.
