Wing Chun Kung Fu

Here's the legend,

Long ago, in China, there once lived a young women whose name was Wing Chun. Her name translated to "beautiful springtime" in English. She was just a normal young person living her life in ancient China when a local warlord attempted to force her into marrying him.

Can you imagine what that must have been like for her?

I know it sounds awful know but in the past things like this happened often.

She needed help and quickly.

So she sought of the aid of Kung fu master.  She enlisted the help of a Shaolin legend named Ng Mui.  

Ng Mui was a Buddhist nun who had trained at the actual Shaolin Temple. like all the other Shaolin monks did not live in the outside world, People like her live in the temple environment because they devote themselves to a very strict and disciplined lifestyle. When she entered the Shaolin Temple she was originally taught the martial art known as Sil Lum Fut Gar Kuen, "Sil Lum Fut Gar Kuen" is translated to English as "Young Forest Buddhist Family Fist", This martial art still exists today and is also taught as a separate course at our academy.

However, Ng Mui on occasion did leave the temple to travel to the local village. This is were Wing Chun and Ng Mui met.

Next, Ng Mui decided to help young this young girl named Wing Chun and teach her martial arts. She started to teach her the martial art of Fut Ga Kuen but found that it would take to long. Wing Chun needed to be proficient now.  After all, if she could not defeat the warlord she would have to marry him!

So they modified the Fut Gar style to be easier to master.

Wing Chun went on to defeat the warlord using her new style of martial arts. This new style was then named after her and it is now called Wing Chun.

She eventually got married to someone else and started teaching the art to others.  From here the art of Wing Chun spread throughout China. It was passed down from master to master until it eventually, it reached a man whose name was "Ip Man". Ip Man is known as the grandmaster of this style of fighting.  He is famous for teaching Bruce Lee, Kung fu.

Today, Wing Chun is known to be one of the most widespread and effective forms of self-defense.

Answer: Wing Chun first and foremost strives to be a practical fighting system. Wing Chun practitioners are not concerned with modifying the art to become a competitive sport martial art. There are no Wing Chun Tournaments. The style contains many techniques, such as elbow and knee strikes, eye gouging, groin hits, and throat strikes, that are meant to quickly take out a would be assailant.

Answer: Wing Chun and Shaolin are very closely related. In fact, some of the techniques are IDENTICAL. The art of Wing Chun is integrated into the adult class at the Las Vegas Kung Fu Academy. If you are looking for a pure Wing Chun Class, this is probably not the right school for you.

Answer: Our classes are for everyone. Although the average age of our students is in the 30's, we have people as old as 70 training in Wing Chun.

Answer: Unfortunately our schedule can't accommodate everyone.

Answer: Attacking the opponents centerline whenever possible is another philosophy of the system of Wing Chun. The human body's most vulnerable striking targets, such as the eyes, throat and groin, are considered to be on or near this line. Most striking in Wing Chun Kung Fu are linear in nature. The shorter the distance your hands have to travel, the faster you are. Whenever possible, both arms will be used to block and strike in one movement. This allows for simultaneous attack and defense.

Answer: We take in motivated students regardless of ability to pay. Usually we put you to work in exchange for the opportunity to come to class. If you don't have the time to put into working for the school, then you are out of luck. No one is turned away but no one can train for free.

Answer: Yes, of course. You are welcome to observe or try a class. However, please contact us to schedule an appointment to come in. The trial class is free.

Answer: Adult classes are 90 minutes. Also, you can check out our class schedule here:

Answer: You're never too old to start martial arts. indeed, we have students of all ages and at different fitness levels. Don't worry about not being in shape. Enrolling in martial arts will help you get in shape. Here at our school, you work at your own pace and set your own goals. in short, we are here to help you in reaching your own personal goals.

Answer: Of course! You don't need to have any experience to start.  Eventually, you will improve and soon you will feel very comfortable in class.

Answer: Our program is on-going. in other word, you can start at any time. 

Answer: Everyone's schedule is different.  Most people come twice a week. However, some students love our classes so much, they come every day.

Answer: Usually, If you are on a trial program, you can borrow our equipment. However, if you enroll in the ongoing program, you should have your own equipment. Good news! Everything you need can be purchased here at our martial arts studio.

Answer: Yes, testing fees are $55 per student. Usually, belt tests are held twice a year in April and October. 

Answer: Martial arts (like any other sport) has its various risks and dangers. However, we always try our best to prevent injuries. In addition, we always promote a culture of safety at our school. This helps keep students from getting injured.