kittyhawk Posted December 9, 2004 Share Posted December 9, 2004 Hi all, I'm thinking of taking both Wing Chun and Aikido at the same time. My girlfriend is into Aikido and she wants me to train with her. I've taken Shotokan Karate for a few years but don't like the hard styles and unrealistic blocks. I've always wanted to take Wing Chun since I like the softer blocks, trapping and simultaneous hits. I find this is a more realistic form of self defense. I'd like you guys opinions on the pros and cons of training in Wing Chun and Aikido at the same time. Is this a wise move? Is it complimentary to both forms? Thanks!! Kittyhawk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zhong Gau Posted December 9, 2004 Share Posted December 9, 2004 what the hell is eye-key-hole? Ah! Mantis Grasshopper, i think you would do very nicely on a bowl of rice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muanh Posted December 15, 2004 Share Posted December 15, 2004 Hi I've been practicing aikido for about 4 years and wing tsun for about half a year now. I don't think you will find much sadifaction out aikido when you get further in wing tsun, and this is why. Aikido doesn't work against wing tsun. But before I can say if it is a good idea first tell me why you are practising martial arts? greetz Muanh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muanh Posted December 15, 2004 Share Posted December 15, 2004 Hi I've been practicing aikido for about 4 years and wing tsun for about half a year now. I don't think you will find much sadifaction out aikido when you get further in wing tsun, and this is why. Aikido doesn't work against wing tsun. But before I can say if it is a good idea first tell me why you are practising martial arts? greetz Muanh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick_UKWC Posted December 15, 2004 Share Posted December 15, 2004 I've tried Aikido, and I do Wing Chun now. I liked the ideas in Aikido but there is little chance it could stand up to a full on Wing Chun attack. Over all I would say Wing Chun was far easier to use effectivly and far faster to learn. "...or maybe you are carrying a large vicious dog in your pocket." -Scottnshelly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shane Posted December 15, 2004 Share Posted December 15, 2004 Mix it up, its good for you A True Martial Arts Instructor is more of a guide than anything, on your way to developing the warrior within yourself!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isshinryu5toforever Posted December 15, 2004 Share Posted December 15, 2004 Aikido is one of those martial arts that you will train in for years, not be able to grasp each concept to use it, and then one day everything will click and it can be one of the most effective tools in your arsenal. I have not studied Wing Chun, so I cannot make a comparison. I just know that Aikido can be a long arduous undertaking if you want it to become an effective fighting style. He who knows others is wise. He who knows himself is enlightened.- Tao Te Ching"Move as swift as a wind, stay as silent as forest, attack as fierce as fire, undefeatable defense like a mountain."- Sun Tzu, the Art of War Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Socratic_Sifu Posted September 28, 2005 Share Posted September 28, 2005 Beware confusing the two arts if you are going to train them simultaneously, you don't want to stop-hit an aikido technique or start chain punching in the middle of your aikido drills---I have only briefly studied any aikido but have extensive judo experience and the two arts can be complimentary, especially since WC does not have a lot of techniques that are usuable on the ground but try to keep the 2 arts seperated in your mind and in your practice until you become proficient at them both and build up some muscle memory, otherwise you will likely experience brain scramble. When fear is removed, the arrogance of uncertainty is dispelled and it is therefore no longer necessary to prove yourself in any form of combat. By learning how to fight, you learn how not to fight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traditional-Fist Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 Hi all,I'm thinking of taking both Wing Chun and Aikido at the same time. My girlfriend is into Aikido and she wants me to train with her.I've taken Shotokan Karate for a few years but don't like the hard styles and unrealistic blocks. I've always wanted to take Wing Chun since I like the softer blocks, trapping and simultaneous hits. I find this is a more realistic form of self defense.I'd like you guys opinions on the pros and cons of training in Wing Chun and Aikido at the same time. Is this a wise move? Is it complimentary to both forms?Thanks!!KittyhawkAs a rule of the thumb you should practise one style to a point where you have grasped the fundementals and have developed a working knowledge of techniques and their application before you even consider taking up another style. Now, when it comes to Aikido, I don't see its relevance to Wing Chun. My advice would be for you to stick to Wing Chun and let your girlfriend miss you a little . Use your time on an art that is worthwhile and not on a dozen irrelevant "ways". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giang_hu Posted October 3, 2005 Share Posted October 3, 2005 Aikido is a very respectable style. I like Wing Chun better and I trust Wing Chun more than Aikido. However, it cannot hurt to learn more. As Traditional-Fist mentioned, learn one style at a time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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