Looking for Kung Fu Leeds? Our Wing Chun Kung Fu classes cater to anyone over the age of 16. We offer traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Classes run on week day evenings and currently on Saturday mornings in Leeds and Bradford.
See our classes page for more information.
Kung Fu Leeds – What Is Wing Chun?
Wing Chun is a Chinese martial art that has gained popularity around the world in recent years. Developed in the Shaolin and Wudang styles, it is known for its direct and simple movements, making it easy to learn and practice. The core principles of Wing Chun are rooted in efficiency, speed, and power, making it an effective form of self-defence.
One of the unique features of Wing Chun is its emphasis on close-range combat. This style of fighting is designed to take advantage of an opponent’s weaknesses and vulnerabilities at close quarters. Wing Chun practitioners are trained to use quick punches and kicks, often delivered in rapid succession, to overwhelm an opponent and gain the upper hand.
Another defining characteristic of Wing Chun is its focus on using an opponent’s energy against them. This principle is known as “sticking” and involves using one’s own body to neutralise an opponent’s attacks and redirect their energy back at them. This approach allows Wing Chun practitioners to conserve their own energy while simultaneously weakening their opponents.
Kung Fu Leeds – Simultaneous Attack/Defence
Wing Chun also places a heavy emphasis on simultaneous defence and offence. This means that practitioners are trained to defend themselves while also attacking their opponents. This approach allows Wing Chun practitioners to maintain the initiative in a fight and keep their opponents off balance.
Wing Chun is also notable for its emphasis on training the mind as well as the body. Practitioners are taught to remain calm and focused under pressure, to avoid getting flustered or panicked in a fight. This mental training is just as important as the physical training and is essential for developing the skills necessary to effectively defend oneself.
Suitable For Older Adults
Due to the nature of Wing Chun the style is suitable for all ages because there’s no high kicks or acrobatics involved. You can easily practice and learn whatever your level of fitness or agility. This makes Wing Chun Kung Fu suitable for older adults too.
Our Heritage (Instructor Tim Halloran)
I started learning Wing Chun in the early 90’s from instructor Sifu Colin Ward. I was hooked immediately and after having already trained in Judo, Taekwondo and Karate, I found Wing Chun to very very unique. It had a lighter touch and I immediately became a life long fan! In 2010 I opened my own class in Bradford but during the lockdowns of 2020 we moved to Leeds after losing a number of students.
I looked to further develop my understanding of the style by travelling to other instructors in the UK, eventually finding Daniel Parr, an instructor from the Shu Shong Tin lineage. This was a different use of the style and I was intrigued. It was almost completely different to the Wing Chun I had trained for 20 years! I became determined to understand Wing Chun more deeply and am committed to sharing this amazing and effective style of martial art.
