The Wing Chun system can be used in close quarter fighting or distant fighting, as well as for self-defense and utilizes the following principles:
- Guard the Center
- Face the Point of Contact
- Economy of Movement
- Touch Reflexes: Chi Sao
- Watch the Leading Elbow
- Use Linear Striking Action
- Avoid Fighting Force Against Force
- Train to Use Two Arms at the Same Time
- Use Pressure Points to Make Striking Techniques More Effective
- Use the same Meridian Pressure Points as Treatment of Sports Injuries