Sorry to be boring Joy...
... much of the differences of peoples pole/stick plays were discussed a few years back in another of my early threads... and to be honest after reading through it we all seem to have got along far better back in 2007 :)
6 1/2 Point or 6 Point and Half?
http://ezine.kungfumagazine.com/foru...ad.php?t=48386
Wing chun six and half pole form
Do all wingchun lineage have same form of six and half pole technic?
Please tell me. I am confuse because each master from the same origin lineage show different form using or they just emphasize their form for easily use for attack.
6 1/2 point pole (luk dim boon gwan)
I don't post often, but I know there are some very credible Wing Chun sources here when I do want some broader perspective and I do have a question/observation about the staff form. I really appreciate anyone who knows the answer or has some insight.
When I learned this form, I don't recall a strong message about which hand should be back (near the blunt end) and which should be forward (toward the middle) of the staff. I do remember a discussion about it being the only place in the system where we don't practice symmetry, the nature of the pole is that you have to pick an orientation. I always thought I should practice it both ways, but haven't made that investment.
I observe that most people I've met and in most photos or videos I see the exponent has their left hand in the back and their right hand in the middle, but not all. Some people seem to do it the other way.
Were any of you given an edict and/or explanation as to which way was "right" and "wrong" and why?
I have some theories, but confess to not knowing this answer, so I'd prefer to hear from someone who does. Thank you in advance.
Short Bridge Athletic Association
www.shortbridgeaa.com
Seattle, WA