What is Qin Na ( Chin Na) ?

Qin na as an important part of martial arts and self-defense techniques, is a kind of combat technique with the main purpose of capturing the enemy. It is an art that combines the principles of mechanics, human anatomy, psychology and other multidisciplinary knowledge. It emphasizes the cleverness of the enemy, through precise techniques, footwork and bodywork, to achieve the purpose of controlling the opponent without injuring his life. It also emphasizes the ability to control the opponent through precise maneuvers, footwork and bodywork without injuring the opponent’s life. Qin na action is swift, flexible and versatile, and emphasizes the use of cleverness to win, which is a kind of efficient and practical fighting skills.

In this article, we will provide a comprehensive and professional explanation of the basic principles of Chin na, technical classification, training methods, and practical applications.

The basic principle of qin na

The core of chin na lies in the principle of “using flexibility to counteract rigidity, and using four or two to dial a thousand pounds”. This principle is embodied in two aspects:

• one is to utilize the flexibility and vulnerability of human joints, through clever rotation, locking and other techniques, so that the opponent’s joints overrun the limit and lose the ability to resist.
• the second is to take advantage of the opponent’s strength, through the guidance, and follow the trend for the way, the other party’s attacking force into their own control.
• In addition, grappling also emphasizes “the intention to the gas to the force generated by the heart”, that is, the spirit is concentrated, the idea first, the inner power to drive the external action, to achieve internal and external unity.

Classification of Techniques

There are many kinds of qin na techniques, which can be divided into various systems according to different classification standards. According to the function part, it can be divided into upper limb takedown, lower limb takedown, torso takedown, etc.; according to the characteristics of the technique, there are many kinds of techniques such as grasping, holding, locking, buckling, pinning, wrapping, etc.; according to the tactical application, it includes active attacking takedown, defensive counterattacking takedown, and mixed application of the takedown. Each technique has its own unique application scenarios and operation points, and should be utilized flexibly according to the specific situation of the opponent.

All of these require rigorous training and honing. In addition, reaction speed and judgment are also important factors in determining the effectiveness of grappling, and practitioners need to accumulate experience in actual combat to improve their reaction speed and judgment!

Qin na training methods

• Basic Physical Training: Good physical fitness is the foundation for mastering grappling techniques. Through strength training, flexibility training, coordination training, etc., to improve the body’s explosive force, flexibility and endurance.
• Technical movement learning: Starting from the basic hand, step, body type, gradually learn and master a variety of grappling techniques. Focus on the accuracy, consistency and rhythm of the movements, and form muscle memory through repeated practice.
• Confrontation practice: After mastering the basic techniques, we will conduct confrontation practice to simulate actual combat. Through the confrontation with different styles of opponents, the rationality of the application of technology is examined, and the ability to adapt to the actual battle is improved.
• Psychological quality training: Grappling is not only a technical competition, but also a psychological competition. Through meditation, simulation of actual combat pressure training, etc., to cultivate calm, decisive, resilient psychological quality.

Application of qin na in actual combat

In actual combat, the application of chin na needs to follow the principles of “fast, accurate, ruthless and stable”. Quickly capture the opportunity, accurately judge the opponent’s intentions, decisively implement control means, while maintaining their own stability, to prevent countermeasures by the opponent. Specific application, according to the opponent’s size, strength, speed, technical characteristics and other factors, the flexibility to choose the appropriate capture technology. For example, in the face of power opponents, can be used to guide the direction of its power, to achieve the weak over the strong; in the face of speed opponents, you need to pre-judge its trajectory, the use of fast and flexible techniques to implement control. Thus, effective countermeasures can be taken.

In addition, qin na also emphasizes “convincing people with virtue”, i.e., avoiding hurting the opponent as much as possible in actual combat, and winning the opponent’s respect and recognition by showing superior skills and good martial arts virtue.

Summary

As a treasure of martial arts culture, qin na not only carries a thousand years of historical heritage, but also contains a wealth of wisdom and philosophy. It teaches us how to achieve the greatest victory at the smallest cost in a complex and changing environment, and how to realize the harmony and unity of body and mind in the contest of strength and wisdom. For every martial arts enthusiast, in-depth study and mastery of grappling techniques can not only improve self-protection ability, but also promote physical and mental health, cultivate sentiment, and achieve the purpose of internal and external cultivation. Through continuous training and practice, one can improve one’s grappling skills and combat ability, so as to better protect oneself and the safety of others.