| Chum Kiu | |||||||||||||
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| Traditional Chinese | 尋橋 | ||||||||||||
| Simplified Chinese | 寻桥 | ||||||||||||
| Literal meaning | bridge seeking | ||||||||||||
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Chum Kiu is the second of three open-hand forms of Wing Chun Kung Fu. It builds upon many of the basic principles and techniques learned in the first Wing Chun open-hand form, Siu Lim Tao.[1] The form may also be called Chum Kil.[2]
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Chum Kiu is a traditional open-hand form. It dates back to the Shaolin temple and the development of Wing Chun over two hundred years ago.
Chum Kiu consists of a variety of techniques and movements designed to bridge the gap to an opponent, hence the name, Bridge Seeking Form.[3] Chum Kiu also builds upon arm and leg movements learnt in Siu Nim Tao to create a coherent fighting system.[4] This system is further expanded in the Biu Tze and Mook Yun Jong forms. Chum Kiu also teaches circular footwork, complex hand shapes and body turns.[2]
Chum Kiu practice develops advanced stances and footwork,[2] develops techniques designed to control an opponent[3] and includes some simultaneous attack and defence techniques.[4] It is a far more dynamic form than Siu Nim Tao, and places significant emphasis on techniques slightly outside the centreline.[2]
Although many of the movements are similar, Chum Kiu varies significantly between schools. Some notable practitioners are viewable via the links to You Tube below. Many more variations also exist.