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Siu Nim Tau

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Siu Nim Tau

Wing Chun beginner form

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Siu Nim Tau (aka Sil Lim Tao) - The

Beginning Little Idea Form

The first of the three forms in the Wing Chun Kung Fu System reminds us that in
the beginning the kung fu student has to remember just a little because the
learning and understanding of the basics is crucial in order that a good
foundation is built. This will ensure further progress.

The form is divided into three parts, each of which has its own vital role in the
development of the kung fu student and success now ensures success later. Do
not chew more than you can eat. Build your kung fu upon the solid foundation of
understanding.

The first section teaches the correct structure of the horse stance, the centerline
and the punch. It emphasizes correct structure of the techniques all based upon
relaxation. The elbow is emphasized throughout the first section to maintain
safety and structure of the hand positions on the centerline. Your body
generates and stores energy (chi (aka qi)) through very slow movement, open
energy channels from the stance and relaxed and expanded breathing.
Eventually you will be able to move your chi from the core of your storage area
to all areas in your body; from core to extremities and back again. This is your
chi gong training within the Wing Chun system. This part of the form is
completed very slowly to ensure proper learning and structure. The mind and
body begin to integrate and the training of the “ye” or intention begins to take
place. In this way we find that the nature of SIU NIM TAU is to help the student
build a good foundation in order to progress to the next stage.

In the second section, we now focus on releasing the chi that we have stored;
therefore, it is done loose and fast. Keep the movements clean and simple and
avoid being overly concerned with applications. Concentrate on keeping the
moves simple and on the centerline. This section trains us to use long arm
energy at different angles.

The third section concentrates on a combination of technique culmination with


hitting the centerline. The correct timing of this section allows the student to feel
the “flow” of the various hand techniques to their inevitable conclusion which is
to strike either with a vertical fist or palm. Each movement must be precise,
efficient and reasonable. At the same time we complete the set of TAN, BONG
and FUK which is the structural foundation on which the hand positions are built.

Siu Nim Tau is to be played for a lifetime. The more you do it, the more it helps
every aspect of your Wing Chun physically and mentally. The “horse” stance is
trained as a stationary foundation and the basis for footwork later on. Without
Siu Nim Tau, your footwork will not have the required balance and unity.

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