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Isolate The Tool, Sharpen The Skill

kung fu wing chun Apr 19, 2025

Today we talk about isolation work. Using one side when training and introducing limits. It sharpens movement, reveals weakness, and builds real control. This training method—used in many martial arts—develops better coordination, motor skill, and precision.

So, why would you train one side only?

Because it forces you to stop compensating.

Because it builds coordination.

Because when yo...

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Long Fist vs. Tall Opponent — Make It Work

kung fu long fist Apr 17, 2025

 What do you do when the opponent is just too tall — and you can’t reach the usual targets? In this episode, we break down how to adapt your Long Fist strategy when nothing seems available. Learn how to change angles, timing, and target zones to stay effective — even when the high line is out of reach.

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Long Fist Backhand Strikes – 4 Ways to Recover When Your Strike Fails

In this episode, we look at how to recover when your long fist strike doesn't land — whether it’s blocked, dodged, or just misses. Instead of getting stuck or resetting, use the natural turning motion to rebound with a powerful backfist. We’ll break down why it's one of the most functional responses you can add to your striking game — even if you haven’t built explosive short power like in Wing Ch...

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Wing Chun's Hidden Strength - Using circles to blend, redirect and flow

You might’ve been told Wing Chun is all about straight lines—but there’s more to it.
Once your structure is solid, you start to notice something else... circles.

Curved movements naturally show up in Wing Chun, and how they help you blend with pressure, redirect force, and move with less strain.
It’s not about using strength—it’s about using structure in a smarter way. Plus, you're moving in a way ...

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Wing Chun Wooden Dummy Form First Section Applications - Kung Fu Report #274

 

The Wing Chun Wooden Dummy Form is mainly about recovering from mistakes, and if this is not properly understood, all the applications will be done out of CONTEXT and they will be ineffective. Today we will look at the first section of the form and the first sequence of movements.

We will discuss it's applications and also throw in some non-Hong Kong energetics. 

 

Train Hard & Stay Safe,

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Wing Chun Bong Sau Mistakes - Kung Fu Report #273

 

Today we will talk about the bong sau. Specifically how to correct mistakes that are made both by students and instructors alike.

 

Train Hard & Stay Safe,

Adam Chan Kung Fu Team

Kung Fu & Wing Chun Academy

 

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Traditional Martial Arts - PART 4 - Kung Fu Report #272

 

This is Part 4 of our discussion on traditional martial arts. We will explore the history and myths of Wudan mountain martial arts: Tai Chi, Ba Gua, and Hsing Yi. We will also draw some parallels between modern and traditional ways of handling attacks.

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Traditional Martial Arts - PART 3 - Kung Fu Report #271

 

This is Part 3 of our discussion on traditional martial arts. We will explore the question of 'what to do against a tackle' from a traditional martial art point of view. Weapon training plays a very important part in how we move and many attributes transfer to empty hands. Let's discuss it!

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The Truth About Traditional Martial Arts - PART 2 - Kung Fu Report #270

 

This is Part 2 of our discussion on traditional martial arts. We will demo the application of a simple movement that was taught by a 9yr old in one of our last videos. We will discuss why it's important to pay close attention to a movement and approach it from many different points of view with a critical analytical eye.

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The Truth About Traditional Martial Arts - PART 1- Kung Fu Report #269

 

In this video we will discuss the notion of traditional martial arts. What is considered traditional?

Watch this video in Slow-Motion, AND with Subtitles here: The Truth About Traditional Martial Arts

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Adam Chan Kung Fu Team

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