In this class you will learn:

• Traditional Yip Man Wing Chun curriculum including; three empty hand forms, wooden dummy form, butterfly swords and long pole

• Reflex and flow drills

• Close range punching

• A variety of striking and defence methods, stances, kicks and footwork.

• Chi Sau/Sticking hands

• Emphasis is placed on maintaining balance and learning to move the body as a cohesive unit for maximal force output. Countering and reflex drills will also be practiced in order to encourage and develop strong attributes in the student.

  Intermediate techniques such as “sticking” and bridging will be taught as the student progresses. The students will learn the tools hidden inside the Wing Chun forms and understand the purposes of every movement to ensure functional understanding and skill is developed. At a more advanced level, students will learn to disrupt an opponents balance on contact which is a skill of paramount importance in self defence.

Rates and Schedule:

Private Class Rates: Scheduled based on availability of student and instructor.

• $397/month for weekly 1 hr classes

• $597/month for weekly 1.5 hr classes

Discounts are available for students interested in taking 2 or more classes weekly and students purchasing 3 month, 6 month or 1 year packages

Group Classes: Every Saturday from 6pm-730pm

• $170/month or $45/drop in class

Private Online Zoom Classes: Scheduled based on availability of student and instructor.

• $230USD/month for weekly private 60 minute sessions. No equipment is required.

Location: Classes are hosted in the traditional Chinese way — at my home studio in Kitsilano.

Instruction is offered in English or Cantonese 廣東話.

Class conduct & policies

Cancellation policy: notice must be given at least 24 hours in advance.

Tao of Self Defence strives for a respectful and safe learning environment at all times. Students are expected to respect themselves, others, the instructor and training environment.