Siu Nim Tao Part 1 - Chu Shong Tin's Method of Wing Chun

Develop deep relaxation and mindfulness by maintaining neutral, symmetric posture that protects joints, aligns the spine, and reduces muscular imbalance for wing-chun.

Learn three practical tools to improve daily posture in wing-chun: symmetry, uprightness with the crown of the head lifted, and gravity-based balance to reduce tension.

Master the Wing Chun stance with a neutral pelvis, shoulder-width feet, a diagonal from shoulder to knee, an upright spine, level gaze, and taigong activating upper and lower body.

Stand upright in a relaxed Wing Chun stance with feet together and knees bent. Align the hips, tailbone, and crown along a straight line using signposts to tailor the stance.

Explore standing meditation in Wing Chun, holding a posture for 3 to 10 minutes and moving slowly to cultivate holistic awareness, elbow force, and mindful relaxation.

Practice standing meditations to build slow, mindful balance in a Wing Chun stance, developing holistic two-arm coordination and triangulation before the Salem Tower form.

Introduction to Siu Nim Tao teaches a still, posture-based form to develop power through internal focus and mindful intention, with sequence mastery and daily, fluid practice.

Develop core balance and posture in Wing Chun through standing meditation, achieving symmetry, uprightness, and a balanced center of gravity with arms hanging naturally at the sides.

Learn the siu nim tao sequence from form setup to centered elbow-driven movements, emphasizing upright posture, relaxed shoulders, and wrist and palm techniques such as kusnezow, tanzhou, and foxhole.

Learn the Siu Nim Tao sequence in Wing Chun through repeated, full-extension arm motions, palm strikes, and elbow drives, while practicing wrist and center-line drills like Huoshao, Tanto, Foxhole, Wuchao.

Learn the Siu Nim Tao sequence across three sections, aligning relaxed movements with the center line palm strikes, wrist rotations, corkscrew arcs, and six finishing punches.

Learn the complete Siu Nim Tao sequence in Chu Shong Tin's Wing Chun, focusing on center-line alignment, elbow-driven movements, wrist circling, palm strikes, and a relaxed upright stance.

Learn the Salem form sequence this week by practicing the silhouette form with video segments. Focus on standing meditations, spine mobilizations, relaxation poses, and posture awareness.

Explore taigong and sing to decompress the spine, lift from the tailbone to the crown, and maintain balance with relaxed, connected upper and lower body.

Learn the hand positions and center line alignment of Siu Nim Tao's first section, with relaxed elbows, flat knuckles, and a straight wrist moving to full extension.

In Siu Nim Tao's 2nd section, align the forearm and palm to form a straight line from shoulder to target, and drive with the elbows while maintaining center-line control.

Explore siu nim tao's third section, focusing on palm strikes, straight-line wrist movements, elbow arcs, and center-line positioning, with guidance on optimal form, balance, and relaxed power.

Explore standing meditation in Wing Chun stance with arms by your side, focusing on Taigong and Teigen to release the stomach and back muscles while lifting from tailbone to crown.

Cultivate a calm, balanced state of mind as the foundation for happier living and Wing Chun practice, using acceptance and noting to observe thoughts without resistance.

Develop slow, standing meditation using fox and double fox shapes in Wing Chun training to cultivate relaxation, symmetry, mindful focus, and seed movement from intention toward inner energy and flow.

Explore taigong and sing in Wing Chun by mindfully relaxing the midsection from the tailbone up, aligning the tailbone with the crown, and maintaining a flowing, relaxed spine.

Explore taigong rising up in Wing Chun by creating a straight line from tailbone to crown to decompress joints, using visualizations to evoke a sensation, then rely on felt feedback.

Explore mindful relaxation in Wing Chun, learning to decompress joints through intention and placement, maintain lightness and correct posture, and connect mass to the whole body for powerful, fluid movement.

Practice standing meditation with the double fook sau, adding mindful relaxation and placing to move the focus forward, letting movement arise from release rather than tension.

Explore standing meditation with double wu sau to develop holistic balance, taigong sing torso activation, and center-line alignment while slowly guiding wrists to the spine.

Learn practical tests for Taichung and rising in Wing Chun, guiding relaxation from the stomach to the lower back, achieving a balanced, springy stance through dynamic, nonresistant movement.

Test the application of taigung and seng with a partner, learning to relax the abdomen and spine, provide feedback, and cultivate awareness while maintaining a cooperative, slow progression.

Learn how centerline, forward intention, and triangulation define the shortest distance to the opponent, protect your own center, and marshal efficient self-defense in Wing Chun.

Align your personal centerline with the fighting centerline to face your opponent, and cultivate forward intention through proper stance, guard, and centerline-driven movements in Wing Chun.

Practice the double tan sau standing meditation to feel centerline, triangulation, and forward intention, building relaxation and balance as you prepare for upcoming wing chun mechanics and form movements.

Master the start position of Siu Nim Tao: relax the arms, align the wrist in a straight line, and hold a mindful standing meditation to build balance and foundation.

Develop daily practice into a habit by showing up consistently, watching the weekly videos, and balancing effort with ease to avoid burnout.

Elbow force arises from opening the shoulder girdle and spine, not from muscle power; relax and decompress the joints to channel force through the body.

Describe elbow force as the release of back and shoulder girdle tension through spine decompression, turning the elbow into an outlet for the mind's eye and intention.

Master mindful taigong and sing to relax the midsection, align the tailbone with the crown, and develop a flowing, open spine for Wing Chun power.

Develop elbow force in Siu Nim Tao by coordinating the elbow, forearm, and wrist with a relaxed shoulder, keeping the body open like a pendulum and the palm flat.

Explores the standing meditation start position, emphasizing elbow force and arms held back to keep uprightness and relaxed shoulders, while building centerline and triangulation through outward elbow intention.

Learn to generate elbow force in Siu Nim Tao by moving the upper arm bone, keeping the shoulder girdle open, and separating the forearm from the elbow for accurate testing.

Develop elbow force in Siu Nim Tao by keeping the elbow extended and moving from the forearm to control movement. Test with a partner to distinguish relaxed from tense states.

Practice standing meditation with foxtail, keep the fist close to the body, arc the elbow into the centerline with taigong energy, and relax the shoulders for open joints.

Cultivate mind body connection by letting go of thoughts and feeling the body, rising up the spine, and practicing mindful relaxation to access Lin Tao.

Develop holistic awareness as the core of the CST Wing-chun method by coordinating the spine, taigong, and full-body relaxation to support posture and postural correction.

Cultivate holistic awareness to integrate symmetry, balance, and elbow force across movements, using a reset button to return to neutral and maintain centerline throughout practice.

Apply holistic awareness in standing meditation to awaken and balance the body, aligning centerline and upright posture through release and mindful observation, while avoiding comparison and embracing the learning journey.

Master the standing meditation with Wu Sau, extending the arm from the chest to challenge alignment and relax the shoulder, while cultivating holistic awareness in Wing Chun.

Explain how to test internal joint activity by taking on and sinking, using elbow and knee pressure. Learn to find symmetry, center line, and relaxed hips under gentle pressure.

Focus on one concept at a time to avoid overwhelm, building balance and symmetry from Taigong and sing to elbow force, and use the reset button when needed.

Explore teaching moment videos for Wing Chun revision, offering private lessons and seminars watched by bystanders, with notes and active online community discussion.

Explore teaching moments in Seng and placing and activating upper back, focusing on stillness, releasing tension, and rising up the spine to create a straight line from tail to crown.

Master the upper back activation by cultivating spinal awareness, center-driven pivots, and mindful disengagement to place joints precisely, rise with spring, and gain connected balance.

Watch Master Choi's teaching footage to explore the Chu Shong Tin method, his corrections, and the body's changes, state, and eyes in action. Do not try advanced moves at home.

CST’s first seminar at MWC introduces Wing Chun essentials—the center line theory, straight and circular movements, and form principles like Slim Tao.

Explore CST’s seminar focus on relaxed, centered stances, the center line, and circular arm movements (bombs) to defend against force, with emphasis on tai gong, relaxation, and timing.

Explore CST’s method of Wing Chun focusing on tailbone–spine relaxation, relaxing muscles, and absorbing opponent’s force to develop internal power and stable stances.

Discover CST's seminar insights on relaxing the body to generate powerful, qi-driven force, transfer power through the body, and use rotation and straight-line techniques in wing chun.

Finish the Siu Nim Tao course with deliberate practice and avoid rushing ahead. Complete the three cylinder courses before Chunqiu and Chunk Q to gain centerline and elbow force benefits.