Wing Chun Talk Episode #8

In this episode of Wing Chun Talk, Shawn brings Sifu Bran, Co-Owner, and Coach from Revolution Wing Chun, into the Wing Chun talk studio.  As with all episodes, Shawn digs into what triggered the curiosity for Sifu Bran to first investigate Wing Chun and then stick with it. They talk about how Sifu Bran wants to keep his community - Revolution Wing Chun,  similar to how it was when he came up through his training. With the focus, he wants to be highlighted as being family-based, a real team environment, and having openness within the group as well as having a high level of acceptance to the martial arts community in general. Stick around to the end, where Sifu Bran drops his tips on how to improve your Wing Chun! But don’t worry, Sifu Bran does not hold all his advice for the end, he starts dropping gems right from the start.  Revolution Wing Chun - https://revolutionwingchun.com/ To connect with other Wing Chun enthusiasts and practitioners join the Wing Chun Talk Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/422793578418285/) Have a question or interested in being on Wing Chun Talk.  Go to www.shawnbenson.ca and click on Wing Chun Talk #wingchuntalk

In this episode of Wing Chun Talk, Shawn brings Alexander Lee into the Wing Chun talk studio.  As with all episodes, Shawn discovers how Alexander started training in Wing Chun. They talk about the Sum Jee lineage in which Alexander has trained in for the past 12 years.  They spend some time digging into some of the similarities and differences between the Sum Jee lineage and other lineages. They also talk about how the learning progression would be for new students, how a class is broken down, and some of the various training tools they use to train with.  Stick around to the end, where Alexander drops several tips on how to deepen your skill in Wing Chun! To connect with other Wing Chun enthusiasts and practitioners join Wing Chun Talk Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/422793578418285/) #wingchuntalk Alexander Lee - [email protected]  Sifu Ben Ho Toronto - https://www.canadashaolintemple.com/wing-chun-class-in-toronto/?fbclid=IwAR1uzbH3UDJ9i07LjuOG5xoLXx_enwSgG0E1XF6htKywkdGUMbRKuDDZCCU

In this episode of Wing Chun Talk, Shawn sits down with an old friend and training partner Timothy Dyck. They talk about what taking the first steps in joining a new Wing Chun Club were like. What Timothy went through and felt as being the 'new guy' in class, and Tim also shares a few mishaps he endured while he was still pretty new to the club...but that didn't stop him from training on! Stick around till the end, where Timothy gives a great tip and recommendation no matter what skill level you are! To connect with other Wing Chun practitioners and enthusiasts join Wing Chun Talk group https://www.facebook.com/groups/422793578418285/). If you have questions about the show or would like to get in touch, click HERE (www.shawnbenson.ca) #wingchuntalk

In this episode of Wing Chun Talk, Shawn sits down with Colin Young, Head Instructor over at Sunny Tang Ottawa Canada. They talk about how Colin trained for many years in another martial art and dabbled in a few other arts until he came to find Wing Chun or how he found his Sifu really. They get into how Colin trained for a relatively short period before being presented with an opportunity to open a school/club to continue his training. They also talk about how the Sunny Tang clubs (in Canada) are run, and much more!!  Stick around till the end, where Colin gives a few great tips on how to improve your Wing Chun.  To Connect with other Wing Chun Enthusiasts Check out Wing Chun Talk Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/422793578418285/).  If you have questions about the show or would like to get in touch, click HERE (www.shawnbenson.ca).   Sunny Tang Ottawa - https://stkfo.weebly.com/ #wingchuntalk

In this episode of Wing Chun Talk, Shawn Benson has the pleasure to sit down and talk with Matteo Laoshi Pacifici - Head Instructor at Neiwaigong Martial Arts in Terni, Italy. They talk about how Matteo came to train Wing Chun, how Matteo explored other styles and immersed himself in them at the source, and how he how implements different training tools for his students in his club.  They have a light and fun talk with a lot of takeaways. Enjoy the Episode! If you want to connect with other Wing Chun practitioners and enthusiast join Wing Chun Talk (https://www.facebook.com/groups/422793578418285/) Have a question regarding the show or interested in being on or recommending someone who should be on the show click HERE (www.shawnbenson.ca) Neiwaigong Martial Arts - https://www.facebook.com/neiwaigong/ or http://www.neiwaigong.com/?fbclid=IwAR2O1HlLLKeStxoDqlHjHvJ40-AskC4It8SIkxTOsWK-fWZacUeC7WIXvuw #wingchuntalk

Shawn Benson gets to sit down with a fellow Wing Chun practitioner Ken Somers.  Shawn and Ken discuss Kens journey on how he has come to be training Wing Chun, dealing with injuries along the way, and some of the benefits he enjoys doing private lessons with Sifu Edward Ng.  Stick around as Ken drops his recommendations and find out how he has had to modify his training while going through different injuries.   To Connect with other Wing Chun Enthusiasts Check out Wing Chun Talk Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/422793578418285/) #wingchuntalk

In this episode of Wing Chun Talk, Shawn Benson brings in Sifu Lewis Arnold into the Wing Chun Talk Studios to talk all things Wing Chun.  Sifu Lewis Arnold runs the Southcoast Gary Lam Wing Chun Bournemouth (https://www.southcoastwingchun.co.uk/) in the UK. He traveled multiple times to and from the UK to train with Gary Lam in LA and to become certified in the Gary Lam system. Shawn and Sifu Lewis talk about upgrading your skill, training in a realistic manner and Sifu Lewis explains the Gary Lam method of breaking Wing Chun down into different levels.  Stick around till the end where Sifu Lewis will share his insight on how to improve your Wing Chun.  Interested in learning more about Wing Chun Talk click HERE (https://connectwithshawn.phonesites.com/wingchuntalk) Sifu Lewis Arnold - https://www.facebook.com/lewis.arnold.71 #wingchuntalk

In this episode of Wing Chun Talk, Shawn Benson invites Dragon Sifu into the Wing Chun Talk studio for him to share his Wing Chun experience with you.  Dragon Sifu learned Wing Chun from Ip Mans eldest son, Sifu Ip Chun for seven years of full time training. He has more than 10 years of fitness coaching experience as well. Dragon Sifu wants to share his love of Wing Chun and pass on the knowledge and understanding he has gained with everyone.  They talk about full time training in Hong Kong, going back to the basics, and how training may change or how he hopes it will change.  To connect with Shawn or want more info on Wing Chun Talk click HERE (https://connectwithshawn.phonesites.com/wingchuntalk) Dragon Sifu - https://www.facebook.com/Dragonwingtsunkungfu/   #wingchuntalk

Shawn Benson sits down with fellow Wing Chun practitioner – Oliver Oberst, founder and Head coach of the #DefenceGroup (https://www.facebook.com/Defence-Group-165510753468179/). We discuss how Oliver studied Wing Chun in Germany and now has developed his own training method. We talk to him about using his Wing Chun training in his personal security work, him jumping in the ring and doing a professional fight and 'cross-sparring' to ensure his Wing Chun works against different styles.  Plus he gives his tips on what to work on as a beginner, intermediate and advanced practitioner!   To connect with other Wing Chun practitioners and enthusiasts check out Wing Chun Talk  (https://www.facebook.com/groups/422793578418285/) #wingchuntalk

Dropping in with Bob Chan to talk some Wing Chun! Shawn Benson sits down with fellow Wing Chun Practitioner and friend Bob Chan. They discuss why Wing Chun, belts in kung fu, and Bob gives us his tip to beginners just starting out.  Check out the Wing Chun Talk community (https://www.facebook.com/groups/422793578418285/). #wingchuntalk