Trapping

1. Trapping is the art of moving the opponent's arms out of the way for a clean strike. It's what distinguishes Wing Chun from most other styles.

2. Only trap if necessary. Most people's defense isn't that good. A faster, stronger, striker can either slip through or break through the opponent's defense. In which case trapping is a wasted motion. But if a guy has a solid guard, you might have to trap to create the opening.

3. Nothing too fancy. The traps we use are all pretty basic. Pak Sau, Lap Sau. No advanced trapping combos to memorize. Just simple movements and realistic applications, combined with combos, footwork, and head movement. In that sense, it's more JKD than WC.

4. Sifu Kerr has discovered through experience that the fine motor skills required for advanced trapping can't be relied upon in an adrenaline filled street fight. It looks great on Youtube with two Wing Chun guys. But what about an experienced boxer or streetfighter? Someone who knows how to move around and hit with real power. What about a strong grappler? He'll just grab you and slam you to the ground. This is street fighting, not Wing Chun 101.