Author: George Hernandez (EWC Customer)

George has an very large Wing Chun video library and has spend many years studying the art.
George is an Everything Wing Chun customer, who has taken the time to write some in-depth reviews of some DVDs. He is not a EWC employee and his views do not necessarily represent those of Everything Wing Chun.

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Review – Randy Williams – Bot Jom Doh – Vol 2

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This second volume of the Bot Jom Doh (Butterfly Knives), presents detailed instruction in the application of the knives in 24 sections “knives vs Knives” and 10 sections, where “Knives vs Pole.” A comparison is shown in how the Butterfly Knife postures and empty hand movements relate to the three basic forms in Wing Chun. Of further interest, an innovative approach is introduced using the wooden dummy as part of the applications training with an excellent discussion demonstrating the cutting principles in using the knives.

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Review – Randy Williams – Bot Jam Doh – Vol.1

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This video provides instruction in the Bot Jom Doh – Wing Chun Butterfly Knives – in a two volume set. The first Volume presents a brief description of the weapon’s history and its related differences in knife blade construction and dimensions. Hand techniques, footwork, practice drills with a complete showing of the forms 108 movements is presented.

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Review – Samuel Kwok – Mastering Wing Chun – Butterfly Swords

This is the 3rd person to review this DVD on this blog alone! It is a very popular DVD. Let’s see what George had to say about this one:

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This instructional video is presented by Master Samuel Kwok of the Ip Man School of Wing Chun. A complete demonstration of the Butterfly Knife form is given in eight sessions from different points of view while also showing the form’s movements in slow motion for closer study. Master Kwok explains the reasons for the knives particular construction, while demonstrating their use in application – that is – how the knives are held in one’s hands and how one moves them properly. The observed similarities of movement from Wing Chun’s three forms and the application of the shifting horse are expertly demonstrated in this video presentation. All of the basics are covered in this instructional video. Learning how to move properly with power can be easily observed in Master Kwok’s performance. Along with the display of Butterfly Knife basics, a brief demo is shown – how to defend one’s self from a long weapon such as the spear and how one can trap and move the blade along the spear’s shaft while moving toward the opponent and disabling their attack.

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Review – Randy Williams – Look Deem Boon Gwun – Vol 1

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Instruction on the long pole is presented in a two volume set. Volume 1 covers details related to the poles dimensions, how long it should be and how the pole is held, etc. And how one should use the long pole, as a method in strength training and skill development. Pole footwork is demonstrated from different stance positions, (Ma Bow and Cat Stance) and how one should move the long pole, while changing direction from side to side. A number of basic drills are presented for further preparation and development, followed up with a breakdown of the pole sequential movements. Then a complete demonstration of the Look Deem Boon Gwun Long Pole form is given. The last section of this video presents, a brief description of the 6 ½ striking method of attack and defense followed with a detailed, step by step description of techniques, as they are applied in a pole vs pole combat situation

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Review – Randy Williams – Look Deem Boon Gwun – Vol 2

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The second volume of this series demonstrates auxiliary training methods with the Long Pole, for strength development and the execution of technique. The wooden dummy is introduced with extension poles from the upper two arms of the Mook Jong, so the practitioner may properly execute pole’s basic techniques. Two man drills are employed as partner practice simulating situations where techniques can be implemented. Practicing two man drills is essential for honing movement and application against an actual person. These drills are demonstrated in moving the pole from high to low positions, executed from different stances. An overview of the Look Deem Boon form is presented, in an outside setting with performances of Randy Williams and his assistant Mario Lopez. The video concludes demonstrating basic applications of the pole versus the Butterfly Knives.

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Review – Samuel Kwok – Six and a Half Point Pole

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Grandmaster Kwok, begins his training video with brief comments about the original of the Long Pole and basic information about the poles dimensions. Instruction starts with showing how the Ma Bow posture with basic punches (empty hand) contributes to effective pole techniques (Bil Ma- thrusting action). The proper way to measure and placing one’s handson the pole and how to move in a forward direction while executing the Bil Ma technique. This twisting action of the pole, is akin to how a bullet turns, as it moves down the barrel of a gun. The Lok Dem Boon Quan form is shown from front and side views. Basic techniques are demonstrated in solo form and with a partner showing the proper movement from two basic stance positions while changing one’s position from side to side. Fundamental training exercises are given to assiststudents in their preparation for the long pole sequence. Using the pole properly in basic training will students’ ability to punch with power. Grandmaster Kwok, also demonstrates empty hand techniques showing how to defend against a person’s punching attacks and when someone is attempting to attack with a stick or club. Various, Chin Na or joint lock techniques are also demonstrated showing how to disable an aggressors attacks. Empty hand and kicking techniques are combined showing their application in combat situations.

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Review – Samuel Kwok – Mastering Wing Chun – Wooden Dummy

Sifu Sam Kwok working on a dummy with arms set to shoulder level.

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This is a straight-forward presentation of the basics in the Wooden Dummy Wing Chun form. The Dummy is a training apparatus used to sharpen one’s skills in Wing Chun technique and applications. Study begins with a basic introduction of the Wooden Dummy’s construction, the specific dimensions of the Muk Yan Jong’s, leg and arm placements. Differences are mentioned about the Muk Yan Jong training post of Fushan in mainland China and that of Hong Kong. The form is shown from different camera angles and views offering a closer look at applications while they’re being applied. The Dummy form is presented in 8 sections, showing specific applications associated with Wing Chun hand and kicking techniques. Grandmaster Kwok, Sifu Tony Massengill and student assistant demonstrate the wooden dummy form and techniques. This training video shows how the Wooden Dummy techniques, can be done incorrectly, consequently leading to undesirable results in actual application or practice.

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