In Chum Kiu, the second form of Wing Tsun, we speak of “seeking the bridge.” On one level, this is technical — about physically bridging the gap between you and your opponent. But there is a deeper, more spiritual lesson within it: the art of connecting.
Read MoreWing Tsun teaches us that without understanding your boundaries, standards, and thresholds, there can be no true personal freedom.
Read MoreIn martial arts, we often talk about stance—but it is far more than a position of the body. Just as we take a stance in combat, we take a stance in life. And that stance says everything about who we are.
Read MoreOne of the more fascinating aspects of martial arts—often overlooked—is the profound significance of the words themselves. We rarely pause to reflect on how the very term martial artist unites two seemingly opposing concepts.
Read MoreThere is an age-old problem in knowledge transmission: the fine line between structure and restriction. This dilemma appears in every discipline, but it is especially acute in martial arts in the modern era.
Read MoreThere are aspects of Wing Tsun that remain largely unknown, even among long-term practitioners. These elements—known as the Five Treasures—represent some of the highest levels of refinement in the art.
Read MoreIn the last post, I wrote about why it is rare to find great Masters in the martial arts. In this one, you will learn about the elements that must be present in the practitioner for a martial art to truly last—and a master to develop.
Read MoreThere are millions of people across the world practising Wing Tsun and Wing Chun in various forms. But how many of these are truly masters—and why is it so rare to find great masters in any field?
Read MoreWhat are the six skills of a Wing Tsun master?
A true Wing Tsun master embodies six distinct yet overlapping skills:
Read MoreIn Part 1 of this series, we explored the first three skills that form the foundation of a Wing Tsun master: Instruction, Training, and Coaching. These skills lay the groundwork—establishing direction, embodiment, and insight. Now we move into the final three skills,
Read MoreOne of the most extraordinary aspects of Wing Tsun is its dual nature—profoundly deep and immediately practical. It is both a physical art and a way of understanding life. And nowhere is this clearer than in the six core skills
Read More1. What makes a great martial arts school?
A great martial arts school is built on skill, dedication, and most importantly, culture. A strong culture ensures fairness, progress, and a supportive learning environment for all students.
Over the years, I’ve found it fascinating to observe the different motivations that bring people to martial arts. My early Wing Tsun teacher first introduced me to this idea when I was 17, and over the years, I’ve spent a great deal of time reflecting on it.
Read Morewas recently teaching a teacher training course, and I introduced a concept I call the Predictable and Preventable Matrix. I explained to the teachers that their job is to act as if every student who leaves is both predictable and preventable.
Read MoreOne of my greatest drivers as a teacher has always been to remove barriers and make learning easier for my students. It’s an interesting paradox because, to simplify something, you often have to go deeper into it.
Read MoreHow do you create a great martial arts school?
This is a question that I have been focused on for well over 15 years. When I first started teaching, I thought it was simply dedication to the art, great skill, and a passion for teaching that made a school successful.
Martial arts have long been recognised for teaching more than just physical techniques. However, in modern times, the focus has increasingly shifted toward the purely physical, particularly with the rise of combat sports such as mixed martial arts (MMA).
Read MoreOne of the most powerful aspects of Wing Tsun—and indeed its underlying purpose—is its ability to transform your experience of life. This concept traces back to the Shaolin Temple, where physical movement was seen as a means of enlightenment.
Read MoreBromley offers a unique combination of accessibility, space, and natural surroundings, creating the ideal environment for deep martial arts training. Unlike central London, where training spaces are often cramped and noisy, the seven-and-a-half-acre organic farm
Read MoreHow we communicate and engage with others is fundamental to our experience of life. Yet, communication is one of the most misunderstood and often mishandled aspects of human interaction. In Wing Tsun, we learn that true success…
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