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Chin Na or Qin Na is a Chinese grappling style that according to the “Original Martial Arts Encyclopedia” was transmitted from China to Japan in 900 A.D. and it became the foundation of Aiki-Jutsu. This discipline later developed into Japanese Jiu Jitsu, Aikido and Judo. Qin Na techniques can be utilized either standing or on the ground, although standing is the preferred option.
Qin Na utilizes the sciences of Physics, Anatomy, Geometry Qi Gong and Acupressure.
We instruct the five following styles of Qin Na:
• Divide the bone
• Tear the muscle
• Cavity press / nerve attack
• Seal the vein
• Seal the breath. The following is a brief synopsis of the eight essential points used in Qin Na.
Eyes as Sharp as an Eagle's
• Eyes and ears should remain wide open
• Use sharp and stern eyesight to pierce into the enemy's intentions and be prepared to quickly react to the slightest possible movements.
• The sharpness of the eyes is of special significance if you want to capture a fast-moving adversary during fierce combat.
Hands as Quick as a Flying Arrow
• Qin Na primarily employs ones hands to capture the enemy
• There must be coordinated movements of the wrists, elbows, shoulders, and other parts of the body.
• The speed of the handwork should, therefore, be so quick that it looks like an arrow leaving a bow. The "arrow" can hit the target as soon as the "string" rings, therefore your opponent does not have time to counter or stop your Qin Na.
Stances as Steadfast as a Crouching Tiger
• Proper Qin Na requires solid Zhuang Gong (rooting the skill to be steadfast under push or kick) like a crouching tiger awaiting its prey.
• Strong stance work or foot work always reflects one's basic skill level.
• Weak or unsteady Zhuang Gong may enable your adversary to counterattack.
Waist as Supple as a Serpent
• This is especially true for tumbling Qin Na and Qin Na involving drastic movements of the body that require high flexibility of the waist.
• Combat will involve one or more the Seven Methods: kick, punch, throw, pounce, push, bump and Qin Na.
• Therefore, one must have highly coordinated bodywork to perform such tactical movements as advancing, retreating, crouching, leaning, turning, twisting, sidestepping and dodging, in order to ensure the successful use Qin Na.
• The practice of Qin Na should be coordinated with the practice of Qigong, or breathing exercises, which forms the basis for the attainment of inner strength and skill.
Use Force as Abrupt as Lightning
• Before the exertion of one's strength in affecting Qin Na, one should assess the opponent's weak points.
• Once these points are accurately ascertained, there should be an instantaneous, unexpected abrupt and explosive attack.
• "Knowledge and experience" refer to the level of one's combat consciousness.
• When deploying Qin Na the enemy is bound to resist and make a desperate counterattack.
• Lack of knowledge and experience about the various changes in the art of combat will render the combatant susceptible to a vulnerable position.
Presence of Mind is Key to a Powerful Attack
• Presence of mind during an altercation is essential. It is important that you render the correct judgment of the situation and make a quick decision as to the appropriate tactics for that instance.
• "He who is highly skilled has the presence of mind; he who is not skilled loses his mind." Calmness and presence of mind are of special significance during actual combat.
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