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WING CHUN KUEN KUNG MARTIAL ARTS UK WCDKA™ - FAQ |
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Q: I have heard that your organisation ha been successfully established since 1995, is this a fact? - A: Yes! |
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Q: I understand that your association is autonomous and that it operates egalitarian policies, have you purposely opted not to represent anyone to avoid notorious Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system politics? - A: Yes...
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We want our students to express themselves and use our knowledge as a platform to further self-development. We insist on keeping away all together from the: "I represent this notorious person syndrome and I only teach what he taught me". |
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We want our Instructors/students to think for themselves. |
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Q: Are you a non-for-profit organisation? - A: Yes... |
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We invest any contributions back into the correct promotion of Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system within our association world-wide and in the process, try to help genuine people along the way. Nevertheless, for the very fact that we are a self-sufficient group, we operate solid contributions policies. Had we not done so, right now you would not be able to read about us. |
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Q: Is it a fact that your Leader/Founder, after attainment of Instructor level in the UK, has also trained, qualified and is Certified in China under the personal tuition of Ip Chun Si-fu (eldest son of the late Yip Man Si-Kung) and is currently an officially recognised teacher both in the UK and China? A: Yes! |
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Q: Is it correct that he has also received formal teacher training at the Faculty of Education - UCE? - A: Yes! |
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Q: Can his Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system lineage be directly traced from Hong Kong’s original Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu family? - A: Yes... |
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Although we are proud of it, this is only useful for history purposes. Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system is very much a progressive and adaptable system and although one must not forget the source of one's water as one drinks it. At the same time, one must not live in the past. What was considered to be valid yesterday, given the circumstances could be entirely inappropriate today! |
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Q: Does your organisation comply with stringent safety practices? - A: Yes! |
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Q: Will I be licenced and insured at once prior starting training? - A: Yes, Strictly so! |
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Q: Is the licence and insurance being provided through a reputable organisation, which is recognised Nationally and affiliated Internationally? - A: Yes! |
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Q: Must all instructors follow the WCDKA etiquette which ensures high standards, safety and the well being of all its members? - A: Yes... |
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We have chosen to belong to, and were accepted by BCCMA which in turn is recognised by the Sports Council in this country. |
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Q: Are your Instructors required to obtain professional indemnity insurance prior teaching? - A: Yes! |
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Q: Must all instructors follow the WCDKA etiquette which ensures high standards, safety and the well being of all its members? - A: Yes! |
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Q: Do you follow a learning/teaching structure, is there a syllabus? - A: Yes! |
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Q: Is training recognised with certification? - A: Yes! |
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Q: How do you monitor student’s learning, Is there an assessment procedure? - A: Yes... |
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Look under "assessment" in the main index - dropdown menu! |
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Q: Does this mean that you also insist on monitoring all your Instructors to maintain the highest standards? - A: Yes... |
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Indeed, we will decline anything less than 110% effort and skills from our Instructors in any aspect, and not exclusive to technical ability. |
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Q: Do you operate specific workshops to reinforce student’s learning and to encourage further flow of accurate information across the association? - A: Yes... |
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These take place at regular intervals throughout the year! (Members only).
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Q: Do you allow advanced students to train under pressure, if they wish to test their actual combat skills? - A: Yes... Safely supervised and on a discretionary basis. |
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Q: Is Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art a dynamic system? - A: Yes... |
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Indisputably so. Contrary to popular believes by those with exceedingly limited knowledge, and an acute abundance of ignorance: |
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Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system does NOT adopt a fixed approach... |
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Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system does NOT assume, presume, presuppose, expect, be hopeful of, guess, imagine, take for granted or conclude... |
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Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system must believe, must know, must deal with scientifically with the given situation in the safest and most efficient manner. |
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Q: I have heard all kinds of stories about people who misuse Wing Chun Kung Fu martial art system, having limited knowledge of the system they mix and match different styles and still claim to teach Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system due to its popularity. Can you assure me 100%... Is it really Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system I will be studying at WCDKA... Do you teach all its scientific underlying concepts? - A: Yes... |
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We are fully committed in the preservation of all its true fundamental principles. Nevertheless, we believe in constant progression through judicious analysis. Therefore, we relentlessly explore, disengineer, synthesise and test more effective, coherent ways to deal with specific situations... |
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We aim to achieve greater adaptability through open-mindedness and simplicity. Improving Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system is doing less while achieving more... |
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Adding more = inferior performance in combat. Indeed only those who have developed Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system to the highest level can appreciate its devastating minimalist techniques... |
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Technical ignorance necessitates greater physical effort! |
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Q: Are there opportunities for promising students to grow within the organisation and eventually make it to Instructor level with a view of becoming WCDKA area representatives? - A: Yes... |
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Within WCDKA your development is unlimited. Nonetheless, we do not impose whether our senior members should teach or not. Although, the association has helped a sufficient number of members in attaining exceptional standards, this does not mean that they all wish to become Instructors. |
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Q: Can anyone study within WCDKA irrespective of their gender, age, size and level of fitness? - A: Yes! |
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Q: Do you follow a well structured warm up before commencing training in each class? A: Yes! |
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Q: Is your training environment relaxed? - A: Yes! |
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Q: Do you allow students to train at their own pace and within their respective level of knowledge? - A: Yes! |
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Q: Do you teach each individual according to their personal needs on a one to one basis? - A: Yes! |
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In line with our policies, we reserve the right to decline certain applicants if necessary. |
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Q: Do you run workshops or seminars UK & World-Wide subject to availability? A: Yes... |
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In line with our policies, we reserve the right to decline certain applicants if necessary. |
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| Q: Do you operate Instructor courses in the UK to the highest standard of Wing Chun Kuen ? - A: Yes... |
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Subject to conditions and acceptance, all our Instructors receive superior training in every aspect! |
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Q: Is Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system at the WCDKA really for everyone, I work hard and I simply need a place where I can keep fit and unwind after my stressful daily routine. Does your organisation take into account the different levels of fitness and avoid altogether extreme and exhausting military style training, e.g. push-ups, press-ups etc…? - A: Yes... |
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We do better things with our training time, in fact you do not need to essentially pay anyone for this kind of training! |
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Q: Do you operate equal opportunity policies? - A: Yes! |
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Q: Do you operate strict enrolment procedures in regard to class size? - A: Yes... |
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"It is true that it can be difficult to find a good teacher of Wing Chun Kuen. But it is twice more difficult to find a seriously committed and dedicated student"... |
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The above is a direct translation from personal notes that our Leader took whilst receiving mentorship in Hong Kong by Ip Chun Si-fu, eldest son of the late Yip Man Si-Gonh (Grand Father/Master). |
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Q: Does WCDKA maintain an affordable tuition cost for all levels? - A: Yes... |
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We operate a flexible learning environment. Consequently, every prospective member is required to contribute a manageable standard fee on a monthly basis. Fees are discussed in person at the initial interview with potential candidates... |
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It is not a matter of whether prospective students can afford it. Instead, it is whether they are suitable in regards to their personal attitude to learning. It remains the association wish to pass the skill ONLY to responsible people! |
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Q: Do you organise training trips to China if requested? - A: Yes! |
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Q: Do you steer well clear of notorious politics? - A: Yes... |
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Those who exaggerate their status in an attempt to impress, and in the process cause misery to other people, will sooner, rather than later bring about their own downfall. |
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Q: Do you reserve the rights to reject/dismiss sinister individuals or groups? - A: Yes... |
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Unquestionably, We wish to attract only mannerly individuals! |
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Q: I have studied Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system previously with another organisation, for personal reasons I was forced to abandon my training. I am now seeking for a new place to continue my studies. Would you allow me to continue from my existing level? - A: Yes... |
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Whatever your prior experience, at WCDKA we will make you feel welcome. You will be assessed technically and receive formative feedback to identify future needs and goals... |
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We will not offend you or make you feel inadequate by telling you that what you have done before is "WRONG". Organisations that make such (small minded statements) only demonstrate how narrow their approach really is. In such circumstances, we recommend that you consider carefully whether to pursue any further... |
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What is wrong for some may be right for others, dissimilarity does not mean wrongness, unless the people who make such a statement can explain it scientifically... |
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Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art is a dynamic, adaptable system which has undergone mutation over the years. It is not uncommon at all to experience differences amongst the various leading teachers...Hence, schools and associations... |
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Factors to consider are the followings: |
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Education, culture, religion, philosophy, physical and Intellectual dexterity, physique, innate disposition... |
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This is what really makes Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system and the rest of the world interesting, great minds do NOT think alike. |
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On a more cautious note, beware of the (fly by night want to be martial arts instructors). "Whatever their nationality"..! |
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It is not who the instructor claims to represent or has trained with that it is important. It is his/her personal knowledge that counts. The ability and enthusiasm to deliver accurate information to students. A good technician does not make a good teacher if he/she is not able to convey knowledge to others in an effective, professional manner. Regardless, of whom they associated with previously! |
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| Q: What are your feelings regarding alternative Martial Arts/Sports systems? |
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A: Our philosophy remains, that any style of self-defence or sport oriented martial skill, has by and large positive attributes to offer to their potential practitioners... (if taught properly)!... Being: fitness, health, spiritual advancement, self-preservation skills and so forth... |
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It is up to the individual to make an informed decision regarding their learning. Generally, if an Instructor maintains that his/er skill is the "ultimate method" and anything else is inferior, one should consider carefully whether one should pursue any further. Statements such as these are usually laughed at in the Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system community. The Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu style, not only does it vary (visually and technically) amongst different organisations but even amongst individuals within the same learning place. This is due to the flexible nature of this martial art system. It is the practitioner that uses the martial art system. NOT the martial art system that uses the practitioner! |
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And yet, sadly within the wing chun Kuen kung fu martial art system community, a segment of instructors still insist on producing clones of themselves. These are usually those who's promotion material contain too may words such as: traditional, original, classical, modified, modern and so on and so forth. On the other hand you may encounter the Self-obsessive instructor who's life revolves around representing another, his name and his style of teaching purely for marketing purposes and to subtly implying that alas, their method is the only true one (there exist no other plausible reasons for this behavior). Nevertheless, this kind of attitude will remain their life long commitment. On one extreme, these organisations tent to be anti-progress. On the other extreme unfortunately, you have elements who will study the system insufficiently and because of its popularity they will go on to violate what are a solid set of proven scientific underlying principles due to ignorance and begin to add daft techniques which would be absolutely useless in a realistic scenario. How do you know which one to go for? You don't until it either becomes apparent to yourself via your prior research, and/or someone else points it out to you. (Tough one)! |
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Instead of comparing skills with other fellow martial artists, practitioners of any style should focus on improving themselves and their chosen sports/martial arts to the best of their personal ability, and stop wasting time and effort on infantile politics... |
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If we are to educate society as a whole, regarding the potential health benefit that martial arts could offer, we must first of all start by neutralising politics and stereotypical preconceived ideas... |
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The main objective for attracting prospective practitioners, in "the martial arts" should not be an emphasis to fighting. The promotion of health and vitality should be at the top of the list! |
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We have a nation of obese people due largely to advances in technology which makes us all less active. This in turn is complemented by poor food choices, and there you have it the lethal combination for increased health risks. Wing Chun Kuen Kung Fu martial art system at WCDKA can seriously help you to bridge that gap to a healthier life style within a safe, interesting and enjoyable environment. |
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Whatever your physical and spiritual focus... PEACE! |
