Siu Nim Tao is the first Wing Chun form that is learned. The name translates as “little idea form”. The form relatively simple, consisting of 108 movements, but with no footwork. The main emphasis of Siu Nim Tao is to strive for perfect positioning of the arms in relation to the body to aid the execution of strong, precise techniques. The form also develops good posture, strong legs (needed for balance and kicking), and importantly Gung Lik (elbow energy) and Fa Ging (explosive, focused energy).
小念頭 Sui Nim Tao
Siu Nim Tao is the first Wing Chun form that is learned. The name translates as “little idea form”. The form relatively simple, consisting of 108 movements, but with no footwork. The main emphasis of Siu Nim Tao is to strive for perfect positioning of the arms in relation to the body to aid the execution of strong, precise techniques. The form also develops good posture, strong legs (needed for balance and kicking), and importantly Gung Lik (elbow energy) and Fa Ging (explosive, focused energy).