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Wing
Chun Wooden Dummy Book
To
unlock and teach the secrets of the Ip Man lineage Wing Chun Wooden
Dummy "Mok Yan Jong" Master Sam Chan and Brad Groom have put together
one of the most comprehensive, thorough, and learner-friendly resources
ever compiled.
In
their simply, but aptly named, The Wooden Dummy Book,
the authors have displayed in detail the entire form in seven sections.
Each section of the form includes new insight into the principles,
theories, and combat applications of the wooden dummy techniques.
With
150 pages and over 300 photographs, the authors provide instruction
that is easy to follow, yet amazing in its depth. The book also
features Wing Chun terminology in Cantonese, Wooden Dummy construction
plans, and so much more!
Customer Reviews
By Todd Taganashi
Wing Chun Wooden Dummy by Sam Chan: Book review
"Ok straight up, this is the best book that I have read on the subject of the Wing Chun Wooden Dummy. First off, Sifu Sam Chan's is one of the only books on this subject that isn't 85% pictures and 15% written content. Quite the contrary -- the written material in this book is very significant. This is a testament to the time and effort that Sifu Chan must have put into this work. That being said, the pictures themselves are very well done in that they are large enough, clear enough to see, and taken at the proper angle so as to use as a study aid. But it is truly the written material that sets this book apart from the others on this subject. Sifu Chan really went all out in describing the wooden dummy techniques, applications, and variations in extensive detail. I highly recommen this book to every serious student of Wing Chun."
By B. Hill (Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA)
Wing Chun Wooden Dummy Book (paperback)
This is not a story book, or a book you will sit down and read cover to cover. This is a detailed instructional book that walks the Wing Chun student through the entire Ip Man Wing Chun Wooden Dummy set. It consists of 100s of pictures, detailing every move, step by step, as taught by Master Sam Chan. Each section is also followed by practical applications for self defense. This book was an invaluable resource for me, when I was learning the Wooden Dummy. It sat in my basement right next to my Mok Yan Jong, and I literally wore the thing out. A big bonus is that this book also contains measurements and instructions on how to build your own Wooden Dummy. I'm definitely not a handy man, but was able to use these instructions to construct my own wooden dummy (with the help of some friends and their tools).
By Miguel Delgadillo "Chicano Nationalist" (San Jose, CA United States)
This review is from: Wing Chun Wooden Dummy (paperback)
This is not a basic, intro book. There are no unnecessary things most readers already know. There is nothing like, "How to make a fist" or "Martial arts are dangerous."
This Wing Chun book treats the reader with respect as a martial artist who can benefit from advanced knowledge.
I've seen lots of martial arts books; I practice JiuJitsu and traditional Kung Fu having started out in Karate. Most books have the first 15 pages of filler. This book is unique in that it actually delivers knowledge.
The beginning Wing Chun student and non practitioner may be overwhelmed and even confused but if they presevere they will find this book is unique in the knowledge it offers.
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