ABOUT

ABOUT

CITY GONGFU KIDS

At City Gongfu KIDS, we focus on the development of the individual. Classes are carefully geared to specific age groups so learning is fun, structured and engaging. Training involves a range of drills, partner exercises, games and forms to ensure that practice is enjoyable and challenging. 


As well as the obvious health, fitness and self-defence benefits, children learn the values of respect, self-discipline, teamwork, avoiding conflict and helping others through our 

kung fu code of conduct. Fees are paid on a term basis. 


Students can also gain club membership and progress through the club grading system in which they are awarded coloured belts for each level achieved. Club membership entitles students to also access extra grading practice events during the year. Fees apply for students opting for annual membership and our grading programme. 


We are an inclusive club but please note that as there is only one instructor (Sifu Kee), our group classes might not be suitable for some children with specific support requirements.

Please contact Sifu Kee if you wish to discuss your child's individual circumstances and he will be happy to meet with you and your family beforehand.

WING CHUN SYSTEM

core principles
The core principles of Wing Chun can be summarised as: using efficiency of motion, maintaining relaxation, attacking while defending and employing optimum angles so as to avoid force against force.

Stance, structure & balance
A correct Wing Chun stance is like bamboo, firm but flexible, rooted but yielding. Using a solid stance and structure enables the practitioner to deflect and control external forces.

Relaxation
Performing techniques in a relaxed manner, is fundamental to Wing Chun as it increases striking speed, saves energy and enables the practitioner to adapt quickly to changing circumstances. 

Centreline
Wing Chun training focuses on effective positioning and use of structure to control and strike along the most direct and central line between the practitioner and assailant.
Striking
The straight punch is the most common strike in Wing Chun. It is usually delivered with the elbow down, fist vertical and body behind the strike. Traditionally, Wing Chun kicks are kept below the waist. They are used for both attack and defence, with legs being used to check incoming kicks or to take the initiative in striking. At City Gongfu we also include more non-traditional striking techniques such as hooks and round kicks, plus takedowns and breakfalls.

Chi Sau (sticking hands)

Chi Sau acts as a bridge between the forms and real-life combat. It is a training method that enables practitioners to develop a high level of contact sensitivity, quick reflexes, correct body alignment and striking/trapping/tripping skills. It also helps develop good adaptability, i.e. the ability to flow with energy rather than fight against it.

OTHER ELEMENTS

At City Gongfu KIDS, we feel it is important to always keep learning and developing, so our training methods are not fixed and our syllabus is open to incorporating new skills, techniques and ideas. For example, we include breakfalls and take downs, including sweeps and throws. Similarly we employ a wider range of striking including circular strikes which can be used to good effect in certain situations, such as round kicks and hooks. For more experienced students, light sparring is also practised from time to time to help improve footwork, timing and reflexes. However the core principles of our training are based on the Wing Chun Kung Fu system including relaxation, structure, efficiency, explosiveness, speed and adaptability. Ultimately we train for health and good character, with self-defence only required as a last resort.


ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Sifu Kee began martial arts in 1994 and trained in several styles while at university, receiving his MSc from University College London in 2001. In 2003 he moved to Bristol and began studying Wing Chun Kung Fu, becoming an instructor in 2010. In 2012, he undertook his PGCE (Primary 5-11) and taught as a class teacher and children's kung fu instructor before setting up City Gongfu KIDS in 2017. 


Registered Lead Martial Arts Instructor (BMABA)

Qualified Wing Chun Instructor (UKWCA) 

Qualified Primary Teacher - PGCE (5-11) 

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Qualified Sports Coach 

Enhanced DBS 

Fully Insured 

Paediatric First Aider 

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