HISTORY

Due to the intentionally clandestine origins of the Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu system and its early history being passed down by spoken word and very little early written records, there is a lot of debate in the Wing Chun community.  It is however widely accepted that Shaolin elders introduced the system to Southern China during the period of transition between the Ming and Qing dynasties.  Two of the elders credited are Ng Mui and Jee Sim.  It has continued to flourish over the centuries and is now practiced worldwide.  The above diagram, with the founders as told by Yip man, shows my Wing Chun family lineage.  Pictured are Yip Kai Man (Ip Man), Jiu Wan and myself.

Wing Chun comes to me through my Sifu, by both the Yip Man and Jiu Wan lineages.  I have also been influenced by other teachers I have known over the years along with my own research and experience, through application.  Wing Chun Kuen is a living art. When expressed well, it is extremely effective.

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