AWCF's annual conference pursuing the Wing Chun of Chu Shong Tin
What a great conference. As I drove back into town, I felt a heavy feeling (not just because my car was soooo full). I just didn't want to leave yet! First of all, thank you to everyone who participated, in any way. I found so many new and unexpected friends this year, growing my sense... Continue Reading →
Hi guys, Just a few sleeps left until we can loose ourselves in Wing Chun for an entire 'long weekend' once again. I have had a few questions come up recently that I thought I would answer here for others to reference: 1. Can I just rock up and pay cash on the day? Sorry,... Continue Reading →
Before I start, THIS IS THE LAST WEEKEND TO REGISTER. Don't forget. Remind your students, spread the word! Now, The Mook Yan Jong (wooden man) serves as an icon for Wing Chun, a best friend for those isolated from their clubs and instructors, a challenge for students and instructors alike, and a strange mystery for... Continue Reading →
Dave has been exposed to Brazillian jiu jitsu, karate, aikido, muay thai, western boxing and has retired from a 15 year security career. For the last 10 of those, he found CST Wing Chun for himself with a Jim Fung lineage school at the Sunshine Coast Wing Chun Academy. Now, as the owner and head... Continue Reading →
Starting Wing Chun at the Adelaide Academy of Sifu Jim's school in 2003, he enjoyed a broad mix of instructors, many who will be with us this year, and who each imparted different aspects of the art. Seth was lucky enough to soon become a full-time practitioner for many years under Jim Fung, eventually instructing.... Continue Reading →
A brief mention about the AGM this year, which will be held at the conference on Sunday evening. Full members will be receiving official announcements via email shortly. The committee has decided to share the chair's report here. Please pass any questions you have to your Sifu or Instructor (Full member) or their delegate to... Continue Reading →
Richard Antonini has been training in Wing Chun kung fu since 1989 under Jim Fung. In his first lesson he was taught by a 10-year-old boy who had impressed him so much with what he could do that he left Tae Kwon Do for a life in Wing Chun. The logic and simplicity in the... Continue Reading →
Getting Ready for the Conference? I hope you have your ticket organised, because they are only on sale till the 24th (11 days from today). You can’t pay late or in cash or on the day, as there won’t be any catering booked for you. Don't miss out! It is exciting that in three weeks... Continue Reading →
Gary and Ana have a school located in Perth, Wing Chun Path, initially opened in 2015. Gary began teaching at his own school in Adelaide, like many instructors, for the first time in Adelaide in 2011 after the sad passing of Jim Fung. Gary is among the founder members of the Australian Wing Chun Federation,... Continue Reading →
Hi Chunners and Wingers. This is an important announcement. The last day to register for the 2018 AWCF Conference is the 24th of September. If there is any stock left on the ticketing system, that is it, final, finite, kaput. I hope you can understand that we can't accept cash on the day, registration without... Continue Reading →
Australian Wing Chun Federation Conference 2018 