Los Angeles Wing Chun
Master James Sinclair, the Founder and Chief Instructor, of the prestigious UK Wing Chun Kung FU Association, has recently returned from a trip to Los Angeles.
In September 2017 Master James Sinclair met up with a number of the leading Wing Chun Kung Fu teachers available. As a special guest of Grandmaster Wan Kam Leung, James was invited to meet up at the Los Angeles Wing Chun Headquarters of Master Gary Lam in Alhambra California. James was treated very well and honoured to be given a seat next to Grandmaster Wan in the photo session. This was a surprise as James was only a guest of the Grandmaster and was expecting such ‘face’ to be given.
It was a great pleasur
e for James to meet Garandmaster Wan’s family and spend some time with his long term friend of approaching 12 years.
Special thanks also have to go out to Master Gary Lam for opening the doors to James and allowing him to be present at what was a very exclusive series of seminars held by the Masters of the Wong Shun Leung lineage.
James and his son enjoyed an extended lunch with the Grandmaster and William Kwok of the Gotham Wing Chun School in New York.
During James’ time in California he also visited respected Wing Chun Master Robert Chu, who remain one of the greatest authorities on the history of the Art. He has traced by genuine manuscripts outlining the original concepts and approaches of Wing Chun Kung from its earlier days. A fascinating discussion and of particular interest was the discussion on Qi Gong and its use in the Wing Chun system.
Celina Duffy, a highly respected Filipino Martial Arts Expert (Guru?). ![]()
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Guru Duffy, is a long term student of Wing Chun under the expert tutelage of Grandmaster Robert Chu, she was humble, charming and so enthusiastic. Hailing from California she made time to visit Master Maliks newly relocated Hq. ![]()
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However, her true passion lies in the art of Stick and Knives. She comes froma well respected family of Escrimadors and trains hard to honour the family and heritage of her Art.![]()
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The first photo was deliberately focussed on the fist of Master Abdul Malik. ![]()
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The third photo is stunning caligraphy of the history of Wing Chun Kuen. This is a copy of the writing of Grandmaster Ip Man. It is exquisitely written, and has to be seen close up. ![]()
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Sifu Abdullah has the Forarms of Fear, and Knockout Knuckles!![]()
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The Wing Chun School
Although James Sinclair is not teaching Wing Chun at St Neots on Tuesdays through August, it seems he is not allowed to get away from the Art. ![]()
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In this photo James is with Master Abdul Malik and Sifu Abdullah of ‘The Wing Chun School’.![]()
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James visited The Wing Chun School HQ in Hackney last night.![]()
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Master Abdul Malik is a man who personifes and exemplifies the the title of Si-Gung. His humility is only balanced by his genuine ability and knowledge within the Art. Do not underestimate this true gentleman.![]()
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Many thanks to everyone for extending the smiles, the friendship and the warmth of the welcome. ![]()
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A great class full of motivated and dediated individuals, all working together as Kung Fu Brothers, and loving the Art.![]()
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The Wing Chun School![]()
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Here is a short video that discusses some 'potential' uses for the Pau Bong 'Casting Bong' of the #wingchun #chamkiu 3rd section.![]()
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The Pau Bong is used a little more indiscriminately in an attempt to catch something. Think of it like a fishing net being thrown out. ![]()
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The high elbow of a Bong Sau is both a strength and weakness in the Art. The space it creates can be so useful, but can also be used against you. Something we are sure you are all aware of.![]()
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This once again is only a short clip from a far longer discussion. As such it may bring up more questions or arguments. As these were like discussed in the full 30minute video we will not enter into discussions.![]()
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We have to say we have noticed a large upturn in people watching our videos. Whilst gratifying to see, it would be appreciated if you chose to follow the UKCKFA or simply like the videos. Don't be shy, we only bite at close range, and you guys are in front of screens!!!![]()
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