The "Battle" Punch was put forth as an example of a Pole technique that is exactly like a Wing Chun empty-hand technique. But I see this mostly as a conditioning exercise in preparation for learning the pole, and not something that has a lot of application in its own right. Therefore not an actual "empty-hand" technique. Some say it is a "long range" punch. But when you look at it...when you drop down in that deep stance and punch, your fist barely extends past your own knee. So how can this be "long range"? Does anyone find this useful in real application?
Of note, this exercise is NOT found in Tang Yik Weng Chun Pole training. I suspect it is unique to the Ip Man system.
Of note, this exercise is NOT found in Tang Yik Weng Chun Pole training. I suspect it is unique to the Ip Man system.