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Yea..........Would rather train than argue. :)

Agree !!!!!

The head gear offers enough safety that defense goes out the window and they just brawl. This does little to improve skill.

wc1277
"Sport fighting does not blend with WC strategy and principles very well"
Agree. The video is Kick boxing.

On the other hand, as noted in the videoclip, this is more of an issue in sparring and competition. In a self-defense situation, it's more likely that an attacker is coming towards you. WC is perfect...

Both chi sao and sparing develop attributes used in a fight. Neither are fighting. What is commonly refered to as sparring is little more than kick boxing with some grappling thrown in. It...

If there is wing chun in the video it is at the most beginning level. The most basic principles of wing chun are no where to be found. The fact is, contrary to many opinions here, enough time has...

Yes! Agree

I like to line a group of partners up and go "3 second scenarios" one after another. You get the stamina and tough mindset without the "sport" aspects.

If you play by the boxer's rules, many of the weapons of wing chun are left out. Elbows, kicks, open hand strikes, etc. . If gloves are worn, it creates other issues. In addition, often the wing...

I think that part of the problem is when we "spar" a boxer you are trying to modify wing chun to fulfill a purpose that it was not designed for.

What is your objective, Truman?

Merry and blessed Christmas to all.

Unless you are in an agreed upon "match" you don't have time to figure any of this out. So.................................. groin kick

Since wing chun is all about economy of motion, why would you not kick to the groin or knee ? Yes, you can uproot, or try to lop or pak but a low strike, knee, or kick will open the upper line for...

I thought the same thing. Ironic. The test wasn't very scientific, now was it.

I spar all the time but different than MMA. And by the way,I loved what Couture did to Toney. I have a hard time watching boxing any more because it is not street real. MMA is closer but still not...

No problem with that. I agree.

When you add the street techniques, it is no longer sport.
Glad you see it my way :)

They do carry over, but they are not a guarantee of "better results"

Completely agree !

Better sport results!

On second thought, it starts and ends with siu nim tao.

It starts, but does not end with siu nim tao.

The video that T. posted demonstrates one reason I no longer use head gear and gloves. The equipment tends to develop a false sense of security. It is relied upon for defense. Sparing then...