Looking for adult martial arts classes in Leeds? Leeds Ip Man Wing Chun provides traditional martial arts training in Leeds with a strong focus on practical self defence. Specialising in Wing Chun Kung Fu, our classes teach economy of motion, minimum movement, and real-world effectiveness rather than sport or competition. With over 30 years’ experience, we offer structured self defence training in Leeds for adults of all levels, including complete beginners.
Adult Martial Arts Classes in Leeds – Time & Locations
Our classes run in Leeds and Bradford on Monday and Wednesday evenings at:
Monday – Bramley Baths, Broad Lane, Bramley, Leeds, LS13 3DF ( 8pm-9.30)
Wednesday – Warrior Martial Arts Academy, Victoria Road, Eccleshill Bradford, England, BD2 2BH (7pm-9pm)
Adult Martial Arts Classes – What Is Wing Chun Kung Fu?
Wing Chun Kung Fu is a style of martial art which is specifically designed for self defence and to be learned quickly. Wing Chun is not a sport, and techniques are designed to end a confrontation as quickly as possible – with kicks to the knees and eye strikes, for example.
As such it is not a sport orientated martial art but more of a practical martial art for self defence.
Classes are focused on Chi Sau – a sticky hands practice which helps develop techniques, timing and efficient movement. We use simultaneously striking and defence principles, aiming to destabilise and attack the opponent upon contact as soon as possible.
What will beginners learn? Beginners will learn basic principles. This will start with the stance and working up to basic drills to help install good habits and reactions. As you progress you’ll start to learn the game of Chi Sau.
What Is Chi Sau?
Chi sau is a Wing Chun drill which is similar to putting a fight into a game scenario. It allows you to safely play with techniques, attack and defence moves at close range while your opponent attempts to do the same. Basic principles learned in the beginners course will help you defence and attack simultaneously.
Format Of Classes
Our classes are relaxed and friendly but with a focus on working on the fundamental principles of Wing Chun. We cover forms, drills, Chi Sau, testing and street oriented attacks/defence.
- Forms – teach you fundamental positions and principles – these are designed to “take away” and practice solo
- Drills – drills teach automatic responses and reflex actions, correct positions during movement and under duress
- Chi sau is our stick hands practice which is a game played between two practitioners. Each one tries to unbalance or strike the opponent without giving away a counter attack through correct positions and self control.
- Testing – we “test” positions and stance gently at first to ensure correctly alignment and proper relaxation. Over time, we can withstand greater pressure and while under duress/attack. This also helps you deliver greater force when attacking too due to correct alignment and relaxation of the muscles.
- Street – during our street applications you work with an attack to understand the best response and counter attack. Over time more random attacks are added and with greater speed and power.