Wing Chun Weapons

Luk Dim Boon Kwun

The six and a half point long pole form is a simple but effective weapon form performed with the eight foot long dragon staff. Though it was not originally a Wing Chun weapon, it was adopted into the Wing Chun system as it is thought that old masters travelled around by boats that resemble punts. The long staffs used to push the boats along were an obvious weapon if trained. Today the pole still has a valid position the system that is not just for historical completeness but also rather to build strength, dexterity in fighting and a confidence when faced with weapon attack.

Baat Cham Dao

The eight cutting broad swords or butterfly knives. This form dates back to the times when knives were used commonly throughout China. The methods found in this form are efficient for the weapon and use Sam Bok Ma (Triangle stepping) footwork and classical Kung Fu stances. The use of the knives can be seen as extensions of some of the hand shapes found in the Wing Chun system. Close study of this form and the use of footwork can bring insight into new ways to use Wing Chun hand skills.