Tony -
Right now I'm taking a break from the Muay Thai. My body still has aches from the abuse. I love it because it gives you the fighting mentality that a lot of other arts don't stress sometimes. Also, I think its good to be hit hard and know what it feels like. And the keep going attitude is perfect for real combat.
My Wing Chun instructor has a pretty aggressive attitude which is why I flocked towards him. I really think I would use the Wing Chun in a street situation with the power and mentallity that the Muay Thai taught me. Have to remember that Muay Thai is a sport (as wonderfully powerful and aggressive as it is) and has some limitations on the street. Wing Chun, while it might be taught as reactive and soft in some schools, really comes from the streets and is devistating if done correctly. When sparring, you wouldn't be able to sidestep and take out a guys knee. On the street.....more power to you!
I love it all and take as much as I can from everything.
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