| How to Calm Post Exam Nerves Posted: 10 Jun 2017 05:00 PM PDT It's a nightmare having to wait for exam results, especially if you aren't sure if you've done well. If you're stressed out after taking your exams, don't worry! There are steps you can take to calm down, reduce your stress, and get on with your life. EditCalming Down and Busting Stress - Take some deep breaths. Stress and anxiety trigger your body's "fight or flight" response, flooding your body with adrenaline and making your breaths shallow and rapid.[1] Fight this stress response by taking some calming deep breaths.[2]
- Put one hand on your chest and the other on your abdomen, below your ribcage. As you inhale, you should feel your abdomen expand along with your chest.
- Inhale slowly through your nose. Try to inhale for a count of 4.
- Hold the breath for 1-2 seconds. Release the breath slowly through your mouth.
- Repeat this process 6-10 times per minute for ten minutes.[3]
- Try progressive muscle relaxation. Progressive Muscle Relaxation, or PMR, can be very helpful in releasing tension and stress. When you're stressed, your body tenses up, which you may not even realize while you're anxious. PMR teaches you to consciously tense and then release your muscles in groups from head to toe. Once you get the hang of it, it's a helpful way to force your body to relax a bit.[4]
 - Find a quiet place free of distractions, if you can. Loosen any tight clothing and take a few deep breaths.
- Begin with the muscles in your face, starting with your forehead. Raise your eyebrows as high as they will go, and hold this tension for 5 seconds. Release the tension. Furrow your eyebrows together as hard as you can for 5 seconds, then release. Enjoy the sensation of relaxation for 15 seconds.
- Move to your lips. Purse them as tightly as you can for 5 seconds, then release the tension. Smile as widely as you can for 5 seconds, then release the tension. Again, enjoy the relaxing sensation for 15 seconds. You want to learn what "relaxed" and "tense" truly feel like.
- Continue holding tension in each muscle group for 5 seconds, releasing, and relaxing for 15 seconds for the other muscle groups: neck, shoulders, arms, chest, stomach, buttocks, thighs, lower legs, and feet.
- If you don't have time for a full-body PMR, focus on your facial muscles, since they can hold an incredible amount of tension.
- Try not to go over the exam in depth straight afterwards. Some people find it comforting to talk to friends a little about what they wrote, whereas some find it much better not to talk about the exam at all. However, going over the exam in great depth, no matter how tempting it is to do so, will only make you worry about answers you can't change and will unnecessarily stress you out.[5][6]
- Going over the exam immediately afterwards is also a bad idea because your brain does not perform well under stressful conditions. You will likely not be thinking as clearly or rationally about your performance right after a stressful exam as you will be once you've had a while to cool down. You'll probably feel like you performed much worse than you actually did.[7]
- Get some exercise. You might not feel like hitting the gym or going for a run directly after an exam, but getting some moderate physical activity in is a great way to reduce stress! Exercise produces endorphins, which are natural painkillers that boost your mood. If you're stressed out over your exam, try an aerobic activity like running, swimming, cycling, or even a brisk walk.[8][9]
- Regular aerobic exercise has been shown to decrease overall feelings of stress and tension, improve your sleep, and elevate your mood. Even if you aren't a huge fan of exercise, getting some on a regular basis will help you feel better.[10]
- Do something enjoyable to relax. Regardless of your results, you should celebrate the fact that you worked hard on your exams. Reward yourself by doing something you enjoy. If you can do it with friends, all the better.[11]
- Studies have shown that spending time with friends and loved ones is an excellent way to bust stress and promote a sense of calm and well-being.[12] One study even showed that spending time with a person you consider a "best friend" lowers the levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, in your body.[13] Make a plan to go out with your mates or see your family after exams.
- Do something to make you laugh. Laughter really is the best medicine. It releases endorphins that make you feel happy, and can even increase your body's ability to tolerate physical pain.[14]
- Go see a funny film. Watch your favorite comedy show. Look up pictures of funny cats on the internet. Whatever makes you laugh will help you sort out your post-exam stress.
EditThinking Positively - Avoid ruminating. "Ruminating" is that "broken-record" loop where you find yourself thinking about the same thing over and over, generally without having anything to add to the thought. It's common to ruminate about things like exams, but you need to remember that worrying about them after the fact will not have any effect other than causing you stress. Here are some ways to break that broken-record thought loop:[15]
- Try problem-solving instead. Worrying about whether you did badly on your exams can't change how you performed in the past. It could, however, keep you from performing well in the future. If you're worried about how you did, try to identify a few concrete things that you can do for the next exam you take. This keeps you focused on positive action for the future.
- Figure out what you're really worried about. Often, stress over exams is actually stress over something else, such as failing a course or worry that you will look foolish. Identifying your real fear will help you face it -- and realize that you can handle it.[16]
- Schedule a "worry break." Take 20-30 minutes to worry about your exam. It's often helpful to allow yourself scheduled time to acknowledge negative thoughts, rather than trying to simply ignore them. Set a timer and indulge in your worries. Once the time is up, move to something positive and productive.[17]
- Make sure you know when results day is. Usually, you collect your exam results at your college or school but some universities provide an online service for checking results.
- If you aren't around on results day, make sure you have arranged to have the results sent to your house or the address you will be staying at.
- Don't obsessively check for results if they're available online. Refreshing your browser every 5 minutes won't make results come out faster, but it may up your stress and worry levels.
- Spend time with positive people. Studies have shown that humans "catch" emotions about as easily as we catch colds.[18] If you hang out only with people who are also stressed about their exam results, you won't be able to soothe your own nerves.
- Try hanging out with people who are handling their stress well. Don't talk about exams or worries when you are together. Focus on positive thinking and fun with each other instead.
- Remind yourself of your strengths. The human brain has a strong negative bias, meaning we generally focus more on the negative things and allow the positive things to slip past us.[19] Identifying and reminding yourself of your strengths will help you combat this bias to make sure you're giving yourself a fair shot.[20]
- Try making a list of things that you know you do well, and things that you can be positive about. For example, if you have studied and revised carefully, acknowledge that as a strength.
- Remember that you can't control the outcomes of your actions. All you can do is to control your actions. You've done that by working hard and taking your exams. The rest isn't up to you. Letting go of your need to control outcomes -- which can't be done -- can be incredibly helpful to reduce stress.[21]
- Formulate and write down three plans: Plan A, Plan B, and Plan C. Formulating your first-choice plan and a few backup plans will help you feel prepared, no matter what your results are.[22] Make Plan A for if you do as well or better than you need to in your exams. Make Plan B for if you do worse than expected but not terribly. Make Plan C for if the worst really does come to pass.
 - For example, if you have just finished your GCSEs and want to go on to sixth form, Plan A would be to go on to sixth form. Plan B might be to still go on to sixth form but to take different courses with lower entry requirements. Plan C might be to try to get a part-time job whilst arranging re-sits.
- If the exam is for a single course, rather than something like GSCEs, Plan A might be to continue on with your other required college courses. Plan B might be to see if you can re-take the exam or make up your grade with extra credit. Plan C might be to re-take the course after getting some tutoring or taking a remedial course.
- You should also talk this plan over with your parents and friends to get an objective view of things - sometimes, when you're nervous or upset, you can start to make silly and illogical choices!
- Considering the worst-case scenario can actually help you bust stress if you do it rationally. Think about what the worst thing is that can happen. Can you handle it, really? The answer will almost universally be "yes."[23]
- Make plans to celebrate when the results come out. Planning something enjoyable for results day will give you something to look forward to instead of just fearing the day.[24]
- Get organized for next term. After you've enjoyed some relaxation and celebration time, start sorting out and organising any notes, books or paperwork you will need to have ready for the next academic term. Not only will it take your mind off of the wait for the exam results, it will also make sure you don't have any last minute panics before the next term begins.[25]
- Make sure to take a complete break from schoolwork before going back to it, though. Give your brain time to refresh itself, or you could face burnout.
- Open your results on your own terms. Some people like to open their results in front of their friends, some people prefer to have their parents with them, whilst others prefer to find a quiet place where they can deal with the result by themselves. Don't let anybody push you to open them at any other time than one you are comfortable with.
- Make sure that you do actually face your results, even if you expect them to be unpleasant. It's natural for people to want to avoid unpleasant experiences, but you need to know how you performed on your exams. Don't let yourself procrastinate out of fear.[26]
- If you really can't face opening your results on your own, ask someone else to do it for you and share the results with you. Sometimes, it can be helpful to share the experience with a friend.
- Don't go through your notes looking for the answers to the exams. You can't change what you've written now.
- Recognise that everybody gets stressed about exam results.
- If you find yourself nit-picking over a small part of the exam, stop and put things into perspective. It is only in the rarest cases when one small mistake means the difference between a pass and a fail.
- Remember that your life and health is more important than an exam you might not even remember it's result later.
- A little bit of stress is a normal part of life. However, if you think your stress is getting out of control, talk to somebody NOW! If you think stress is causing you serious medical problems, such as significant sleep problems or chronic anxiety, see your doctor or a counselor. If you have thoughts of harming yourself, seek immediate help by calling emergency services such as 999 or Samaritans in the UK (08457 90 90 90) or the National Suicide Prevention Hotline (1-800-273-TALK) in the US.
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| How to Find the North Star Posted: 10 Jun 2017 09:00 AM PDT The North Star, also known as Polaris, is often used by campers to help them find their way when lost. You may also just want to find the North Star for fun if you're into star gazing. You can rely on constellations in the night sky to find the North Star. As most constellations you'll need to use are in the northern sky, you'll need to figure out which direction is north first. If you do not have a compass, you can rely on signs from nature to figure out whether or not you're facing north. EditUsing Constellations to Find the North Star - Use the pointer stars on the Big Dipper. You can easily locate the North Star by using the Big Dipper. The Big Dipper contains stars known as "pointer stars," which can be used to locate the North Star.[1]
- To start, locate the Big Dipper. The Big Dipper is a constellation made up of 7 stars. The constellation is found in the northern sky. In the spring and summer months, the Big Dipper will be somewhat high in the air. In the autumn and winter months, it'll be lower in the sky.[2]
- The Big Dipper is given its name because it's shaped somewhat like a bowl with a handle. Four stars form a trapezoid-like shape, the bowl portion. Stemming off of these four stars are three more stars, forming the shape of a slightly bent handle.[3]
- Once you've located the Big Dipper, you can use it to find the North Star. To do so, look at the two bright stars that form the side of the bowl farthest away from the handle's tip. These are the "pointer stars." Draw an imaginary line connecting the pointer stars. Extend that line about four or five times the distance between the pointer stars. You should eventually reach a somewhat bright star. This is the North Star.[4]
- Locate the tip of the Little Dipper's handle. The Little Dipper is the constellation that contains the North Star. The tip of the Little Dipper's handle is the north star. If you're able to locate the Little Dipper, you can easily spot the north star.[5]
- You can use the Big Dipper to find the Little Dipper. Once you find the Big Dipper, look slightly higher in the sky. The Little Dipper will appear as a mirror image of the Big Dipper. It is also a constellation made up of 7 stars. Four stars form a trapezoid base, and three extend out from this base to form a handle. The last star extending outward is the North Star.[6]
- If you live in an urban area, it can be difficult to locate the Little Dipper. You may be better off trying another method.[7]
- Rely on the arrow in the Cassiopeia constellation. Using the Big or Little Dipper are the most common means to locate the North Star. However, if the Big Dipper is low in the sky it can be difficult. Fortunately, you can use the constellation Cassiopeia to locate the North Star.
- Cassiopeia is a constellation that consists of 5 stars. They form an "M" or "W" shape. Cassiopeia is located in the north sky. In earlier hours, the constellation looks more like an "M." Between midnight and dawn, the constellation looks more like a "W." In the months of February and March, Cassiopeia is especially likely to appear as a "W."[8]
- The three stars that form the middle portion of the "M" or "W" can be used to locate the North Star. Look at this point as if it were an arrow. Follow the direction of the arrow forward. You should eventually land on a somewhat bright star. This is the North Star.[9]
EditFinding the North Star with Technology - Locate the North Star with your smart phone. There are many smart phone applications that work something like a telescope. You enter your location, or allow the phone to find your location, and then point your phone to the sky. The phone acts as interactive map, identifying stars and constellations for you. Some applications can also enhance visuals, allowing you to see stars more easily.
- Sky Guide is an application for iPhones. The app can track your location and time. Then, you can hold your phone up to the sky and it will provide you a map. It can identify different constellations and stars.[10]
- For an Android, there is an app known as Stellarium Mobile. It works the same as SkyGuide, but with a slightly higher resolution. You can better see stars and constellations through your phone when using Stellarium.[11]
- Invest in a star atlas. Star atlases have been around for a long time. If the idea of carrying your phone around while stargazing kills the fun for you, consider buying a star atlas instead. You should also always take an atlas with you when hiking in the event your phone battery dies. A star atlas is a book that breaks down the night sky by the region and time of year. You can use the graphics and charts provided in a star atlas to locate the North Star on any given night.
- Every star atlas is slightly different. There's usually a guide in back that provides information on how constellations are labeled. For example, small stars may be labeled by dots. Major stars, like the North Star, may be marked by large, red dots.[12]
- A star atlas will provide a map, much like a map of a town or city, guiding you across the night sky on any given night. Select the map for your specific region and time of year and use that map as a guide. Bring a flashlight with you as you go out to stargaze so you can consult the map as needed.[13]
- Practice using the star atlas before you go camping. It can take awhile to get proficient at using a star atlas. Make sure you get lots of practice so, if you need to find the North Star in a pinch, you're well-prepared to use your atlas.[14]
- Plan ahead with your computer. You can use desktop applications for your computer to know how the sky will look on a given night. These devices can help you plan ahead. You'll go outside with a rough idea of where you can expect to find the North Star.
- In addition to phone applications, Stellarium also provides a desktop application you can download on your computer to locate the North Star. It's available for Linux, Mac, and Windows. Your background would be the night sky, adjusted for your region and time of year. It will show you what you can expect the night sky to resemble on a given night, locating the North Star for you. You'll know where in the sky to look when you go out.[15]
- If you have a Mac, PhotoPills is a photography planning application. You can use this if you're planning on photographing the night sky. Based on your location and the time of year, PhotoPills will simulate the galactic arch for you. This will form a map you can use later to locate the North Star.[16]
EditFinding the Direction North - Figure out which direction is north using two sticks. If you don't know what direction you're facing, finding constellations can be a struggle. This can inhibit your ability to locate the North Star. Determining which direction is north can allow you to locate the North Star more easily. You can use two sticks to do so.
- First, find two sticks. One stick should be slightly bigger than the other.[17]
- Place the sticks in the ground vertically. Place the taller stick slightly ahead of the shorter one.[18]
- Lie down in front of the sticks. Line up one eye, forming a straight line between your eye and the two sticks. Wait for a star to appear in your line of vision.[19]
- Stare at the star for a few minutes and wait for it to move. It if it moves up, you're facing east. If it moves down, you're facing west. If it moves right, you're facing south. It if moves left, you're facing north.[20]
- Create a shadow with sticks. If it's daytime, you may still be able to see the North Star. However, you'll be unable to rely on constellations as they're very difficult to see during the day. Instead, you can create a shadow with sticks and use that to locate north.
- Place a stick in the ground. Take a stone or other object and place it where the end of the stick's shadow falls.[21]
- Wait about an hour. The shadow will move, either growing shorter or longer. Place another stick at the end of the new shadow. Then, stand at a perpendicular angle to the shadow. You are now facing north.[22]
- Pay attention to how moss is growing. If you're in an area where moss grows, you can use moss to help you locate north. Look for moss on vertical structures, such as trees. Moss requires a damp atmosphere to grow. This means moss usually grows on the north side of vertical structures, as the north side gets less sun.[23]
- Make sure that you can see all of the stars in the Big Dipper before you attempt to find the North Star.
- If you are in the southern hemisphere, or near the equator, finding the North Star can be very difficult.
- If you only see one star, and it is near dusk or dawn, it may actually be the planet Venus, often called 'The Morning Star' or 'The Evening Star', depending on the time of year.
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| How to Learn Wing Chun Posted: 10 Jun 2017 01:00 AM PDT Wing Chun is a style of kung fu that emphasizes close quarter combat, quick punches and tight defense to overcome opponents. This traditional Chinese martial art destabilizes opponents with quick footwork, defense and offense happening simultaneously, and redirecting opponent's energy to your advantage. This is a complex kung fu method that requires years of practice to master, but beginners can easily start learning Wing Chun by understanding its principles, theories and basic skills. EditLearning Wing Chun Principles - Learn the center line theory. A foundation of Wing Chun is the protection of your body's center line. Imagine a line that starts at the middle top of your head and travels along the middle of your chest to the lower body. This is the center line of your body and it is the most vulnerable. It should protected at all times.[1]
- According to the center line theory, you should always attack down the center line and perform your defensive moves against your opponent's center line.
- The basic open stance in Wing Chun is based on the theory of the center line. In the open stance, stand facing forward with your knees bent and your feet pointing slightly outward. By facing your opponent head-on, you are able to attack with the most balanced force.
- Be wise and economical with energy. A key Wing Chun principle is that, during fighting, energy should be used conservatively and economically. Use your opponent's energy by deflecting or redirecting blows. [2]
- Use motion economically and wisely. The idea here is that your body should travel the shortest distance in a minimum amount of time to connect with an opponent. This also helps conserve your own energy.
- Stay relaxed. A tense body will use energy unnecessarily. Keep your body relaxed and you will be more at ease.[3]
- If you have experience in other martial arts, (especially "hard styles"), you will have to "empty your cup" or unlearn bad habits. Wing Chun is a soft style with many neutralizing techniques that require you to be "soft" and relaxed. Reconditioning your muscle memory and building relaxed habits can be frustrating and takes time, but it will be worth it in the long run.
- Hone your reflexes. In Wing Chun, the fighter will react to a fight using quick reflexes to interrupt an attack and change the fight to be on your terms.[4]
- Alter your fighting strategy according to your opponent and environment. Your opponent might be tall or short, big or small, male or female, and so on. Similarly, the environment in which you fight can be different – outside, inside, rainy, hot, cold, and so on. Be ready to adjust your fighting to suit the conditions.[5]
- Learn Wing Chun's forms. The practice of Wing Chun is broken into a succession of six different forms, each of which builds on the previous form. In each form, you will learn proper stance, body positioning, hand and foot movements, and balance. These forms are:
- Siu Nim Tao
- Chum Kiu
- Biu Gee
- Muk Yan Chong
- Luk Dim Boon Kwun
- Baat Jaam Dao
EditDeciding How to Study Wing Chun - Find a Wing Chun academy. Martial arts schools often focus on one style of martial arts, especially for serious students. Wing Chun academies or clubs may be affiliated with a martial arts association. Search online or in a phone book for local Wing Chun schools.
- Check with your local martial arts academies to see if they teach Wing Chun. They may only teach the basics, and if you are serious about learning advanced Wing Chun, you may need to go to an area that has more advanced classes.
- Meet with the sifu (instructor) and ask about their background. How many years of experience do they have? How did they learn Wing Chun?
- Sit in on a Wing Chun class. Get a feel for how the sifu conducts the class and how the other students respond.
- Learning Wing Chun in person is the most preferred method.
- Learn Wing Chun online or on DVDs. Many websites have lessons for self-teaching Wing Chun. These usually provide videos and levels of instruction and have tiered subscription pricing based on your expertise level (beginner, intermediate, advanced, etc.) and access to material. These can be useful if you do not have qualified instructors or a Wing Chun school in your area. They can also enhance your in-person training if you do currently attend a Wing Chun school. Choose a DVD set or online course that is taught by a Wing Chun Grandmaster or Master.
- Some online study courses also offer instructor certification for advanced students who would like to teach their own students.
- Some online courses may offer one-on-one instruction via webcam with a Grandmaster.
- There are apps available for assisting in your study of Wing Chun, available for Apple or Android phones.
- Examples include the "Wing Chun Online Course," released and endorsed by the International Ip Man Wing Chun Martial Art Association, and the "Wing Chun Kung Fu Long Distance Learning" course.[6]
- Make a dedicated space for practicing. Find an area in your house where you can practice Wing Chun. Make sure there is enough room for you to move your body around in all directions. Check by swinging your arms and legs around. You do not want your moves to be hampered by furniture in the room.
- Ideally, this space will have a mirror so that you can see how you move.
- Find a partner to practice with. Learning the movements on your own will only take you so far. Eventually, you'll need to start learning how your movements connect with an opponent. Having a partner will give you good practice in how to react to another person's movements. This person can also help encourage you and give you feedback on your form.
EditUnderstanding Siu Nim Tao - Learn about Siu Nim Tao. Siu Nim (or Lim) Tao, or "Little Idea," is the basis for many moves in Wing Chun. Siu Nim Tao is the first form in Wing Chun, and it is here that you will learn proper stance, holding your body, relaxation, and basic hand movements.
- Each section of Siu Nim Tao should be mastered before advancing to the next section, and before learning other techniques.[7]
- Understanding Gong Lik: Gong Lik is the first section of Siu Nim Tao and focuses on good structure and relaxation. You will learn the open stance, which faces you head-on to your opponent. Work on keeping your body relaxed.
- Practice the Gee Kim Yeung Ma stance, or the open stance. In this stance, stand facing forward. Point your feet outward slightly. Keep your knees bent. Your weight will distribute evenly over both feet. You will focus on your positioning of your arms and elbows in preparation for learning hand and arm movements. This front-on stance will give you the most advantage in a fight, such as allowing your arms and legs to protect your center line. Both sides of your body can be used equally, rather than favoring one side of the body over the other.[8]
- Understanding Fajing: Fajing is the second section of Siu Nim Tao. Fajing develops the release of power. Here, you learn how to use strength and how to preserve strength and energy. Focus on staying relaxed until the moment when your hands are ready to strike.
- One of the common movements in Fajing is the palm strike (yan jeung) in which your left hand opens, rotates to face downward, and moves downward to strike your opponent.[9]
- Understanding Basic Skills: The third section of Siu Nim Tao is learning basic skills of hand movements and blocking that will provide the foundation for learning other Wing Chun techniques.
- Some of these basic skills are Pak Sau or Huen Sau (strike), Tan Sau (palm up block), Gan Sau (splitting hand), and Bong Sau (wing arm). Much of the Siu Nim Tao practice in this section involves a combination of these movements. Once you learn these skills, you will practice them first on the left hand side and then on the right hand side.[10]
EditUnderstanding Chum Kiu - Learn about Chum Kiu. Chum Kiu, or "bridge seeking," introduces the movement of the entire body to supplement what has been learned in the basic form of Siu Nim Tau. In Chum Kiu, you will focus on how to turn your body correctly and efficiently, paying attention to weight distribution and balance. Foot movements like turning and kicking are introduced here.[11]
- Each section of Chum Kiu should be mastered before advancing to the next section, and before learning other techniques.
- Understand Chum Kiu's First Section. The first section, Juun, focuses on turning, balance, and structure. In Juun, you also start paying attention to your surroundings, even behind you, in order to fight effectively. It also introduces intermediate arm movements, such as Jip Sau (arm break) and Fut Sau (eye rake).
- Understand Chum Kiu's Second Section. The second section, or Ser, of Chum Kiu emphasizes deflecting your opponent's attack and redirecting that energy back at them. You will learn to move your hands and feet as one unit, and then you can learn how to move these parts independently of each other.
- Understand Chum Kiu's Third Section. The third section of Chum Kiu focuses on using force in tandem with hand and foot movements. It also uses a combination of tense arm movements and relaxed body movements to accommodate a variety of fighting scenarios. You also work on turning your body to the right and left in order to work on your balance and finding your centerline while fighting.
EditLearning More Advanced Forms of Wing Chun - Understand Biu Gee. Biu Gee, or Darting or Thrusting Fingers," focuses on using power in very short distances. Students also learn emergency techniques, such as how to recover the centerline when sustaining a fall or being trapped.[12] In each of the three sections of Biu Gee, you will use combinations of hand and foot movements of the first two forms to recover from a disadvantaged position. This will then put you in an offensive position where you can use short range power to disable your opponent.
- Understand Muk Yan Chong. Muk Yan Chong, or "Wooden Dummy," is an advanced form in which you practice with a stationary opponent (the wooden dummy). This helps you identify and learn how your hand and foot movements come in contact with your opponent.[13]
- Understand Luk Dim Boon Kwun. This form, also known as "6.5 Point Pole Form," incorporates a pole as a weapon that you use when attacking your opponent. Fighting with a pole can enhance your skills in balancing and defense.[14]
- Understand Baat Jaam Dao. Baat Jaam Dao, or "Eight Cutting Swords" or "Butterfly Knives," is the most advanced form where you use short swords as weapons. It is not taught to everyone who might reach this level; only a chosen few get to learn Baat Jaam Dao. The form focuses primarily on precision, technique and position. Foot and hand movements are altered somewhat from other forms because of the knives.[15]
- Many books give instruction on Wing Chun principles and techniques. Books, however, may not be as helpful as in-person classes, or online or DVD instruction. Although they will include pictures of stances, techniques and styles, they cannot demonstrate the proper movements, which can restrict your ability to learn them correctly.
- You may sustain minor bumps and bruises while practicing or sparring in Wing Chun. You should not, however, be timid in your practice for fear of getting injured. Proper Wing Chun training should not injure you more than minor bruises.
- Consult a doctor before starting any fitness program.
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