Wing Chun dummy training tips

[aefibird]

Next session my Sifu has said that I can use the wooden dummy for the first time. I've ver exicted as I've ben looking forward to training with it. Hmm, maybe I oughta get out more??

 

As a newbie Wing Chunner, has anyone got any training tips for using the dummy?

[pvwingchun]

Lots of Dit Da Jow.

 

Look at this article on the dummy for a little insight....and humor.

 

http://www.wing-chun.us/mookyanjongorwoodenman.htm

[aefibird]

Great article - good to read and very helpful. Thanks!

[busling]

Write down the sequence of the dummy set. It helps me to be able to practice it at home without the dummy. I refine the details of the instructions as I go along.

[wingchunner]

You shouldn't need a lot of dit da jow for the dummy, especially as a beginner. The dummy should be worked with, not beaten. If you use to much force you won't let the dummy teach you. Here are some video clips of my instructor.

 

http://wing-chun.nu/cwc_video_clips.htm

 

He uses more energy in the clips, but he's not beating the dummy. He's allowing the dummy to test his structure. As your structure improves, the amount of energy that you can send in and absorb back from the dummy increases.

 

Good luck

 

Marty

[Popkov]

i would hae to say that this is one of the most useful things to use to train your fighting performance

[pvwingchun]

Jow should be applied especially when using the Mook Yan Jong as a beginner. It builds up in the system and helps the conditioning of the hands and arms. Wingchunner you are correct in the beginning you should work the dummy and not concentrate on force but that does not mean you shouldn't apply jow. Pay close atttention to the lines and angles. Remember always maintain center even with the most basic of drills.