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