Wingchun

Pioneers and leaders in Wing Chun Kung Fu

Our philosophy is simple; we believe that the Wing Chun we teach has to be simple, direct and efficient; making Wing Chun easy and enjoyable to learn for a realistic no-nonsense approach to self defense giving you improved confidence in your everyday living.

Testimonials from students

“The training I have done with Sifu has centered on developing a strong and flexible spine, which is critical for spinal muscular health” Eamon Ryan - Occupational Therapist

“Not only does Wing Chun give me more confidence when conflict arises but I now have a better understanding and perception of the space around both me and my aggressor.” Stevie-Lee Few - SIA Doorman

“As a woman, I find Wing Chun rewarding both physically and mentally. You have to use your head as much as your body.” Danielle- Fitness Enthusiast

Wing Chun "Simple, Direct & Efficient"

Evasive footwork, direct attacks combined with the scientific understanding of Wing Chun methodology is the reasons Wing Chun is fast becoming the most popular kung fu system in the world.

Emphasizing and utilizing the natural mechanical alignments of the human body, eliminating the necessity to use strength and size makes Wing Chun suitable for everyone, regardless of size, gender or physique.

Wing Chun is a style of Chinese martial arts developed over 300 hundred years ago, with its roots in the Southern Shaolin Temple. Wing Chun is designed to be devastatingly effective as a complete self-defense system, and yet it is safe and healthy to practice.

Wing Chun does not pit strength against strength but rather employs its unique understanding of body mechanics, angles and sensitivity to overcome aggression. Wing Chun does not employ high kicks, acrobatics or extensive movements so body flexibility and stamina are not required.

Training is carried out in a friendly atmosphere of co-operation as to one of aggressive competition. This allows students to develop freely and at their own pace. It is possible for a complete novice to become competent in Self-Defense within a short period of time, although, as with any true art, practical ability is only the beginning, there is always room for deeper exploration and further development.

Wing Chun gained international publicity during the rise and fame of the late Bruce Lee in the early 1970s. Bruce Lee had studied Wing Chun from the late grandmaster, Yip Man while living in Hong Kong. Wing Chun is practiced around the world.

What does Wing Chun Training Entail?

The system is simple having only three hand forms: "Siu Nim Tao, Chaam Kiu, Biu Ji", a dummy form "Mok Yan Jong" and two weapon forms "Luk Dim Bun Kwun and Baat Chaam Dao". The concepts and principles of these forms are then practiced with a partner, to help understand how to improve reflexes, responses, positions, angles, energies and structural shapes, achieving the best defense and counter attack responses and reactions.

Wing Chun at the Academy

The Wing Chun taught at the Academy Mark Hobbs learnt from Master Lun Gai, who was Grandmaster Yip Mans first and therefore most senior student. Master Lun gai said he taught Mark Hobbs the same as he had learnt from Grandmaster Yip Man.

Master Lun Gai said Grandmaster Yip Mans teachings remained in their pure form with no outside influence as he has not studied any other arts. The method taught is different than what was taught in Hong Kong.

Master Lun Gai said that when Grandmaster Yip Man taught him there was a method to how Wing Chun had to be done, he was very insistent about this.

To find out more about this please click here to read the Martial Arts illustrated interview with Sifu Mark Hobbs.