What is Chin Na? YMAA teach the Chinese art of seizing and controlling under the guidance from the Western world's foremost authority on Chin Na, Dr Yang Jwing Ming! In YMAA Qin Na the techniques mainly originated from the White Crane style (70%) and the Longfist style (30%).

Qin Na focusing on joint locking, is suitable for beginners, continuing students and indeed students of any martial style that engages in close range striking, grappling and joint   locking.  

Qin Na, is known for its effectiveness in controlling opponents through its techniques of locking joints or muscles/tendons, thereby setting up the next step of strikes, cavity presses and other potential damage to opponents. Chinese Qin Na   is the root of the Japanese martial arts of Aikido and Jujitsu and is part of most Chinese martial styles. Clearly it is a useful addition to any martial style.

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Click here to see some Chin Na Clips from past Seminars with Dr. Yang, Jwing Ming