Jeremy Otis - Grade 6 Answers

1. What is the meaning of the phrase "Wing Chun"?
Wing Chun means 'Praising Spring'. Weng Chun means 'Everlasting/Eternal Spring'
2. What is the Gate Theory in relationship to Heaven, Human, Earth concept?
The gate theory in relationship to Heaven, Human, Earth refers to distance and depth. This particular part of the wing chun formula is two line defense. This establishes distance, in Heaven you use 3 gate, Human you are open to all 6 gates (9 in HKB) and earth is 2 gate. The gate theory helps explain using the proper distance in a particular situation. If your opponent is fighting in heaven, then you obviously do not want to be in earth. 3 gates vs 2 gates, 3 gates are superior to 2.
3. What is the Space/Time/Energy Paradigm?
In order to achieve maximum efficiency, you need to understand how to use the proper T/S/E. You must use the information given at the proper time, apply the correct amount of force, to occupy the necessary space in order to have maximum efficiency.
4. Why is etiquette important in the martial arts and how does it relate to Time, Space, and Energy?
Etiquette is important because it shows respect and discipline. Without it you are not able to open yourself up to learning in the fullest sense. Time/Space/Energy is about the here and now, using proper etiquette shows that you know how to act in the 'here and now'.
5. What is the meaning of the Third Shaolin Wisdom of 'Yi'?
Meaning and Concepts. This is the layer of understanding behind the tools and techniques that we use in training/application.
6. What is the Mental Skill of Grade Six?
Intuition - a higher sense, above the five physical senses, that allows you to go beyond the physical realm to attain direct knowledge without evident reason or logic.