NOTABLE MARTIAL ARTS STYLES

Jeet kune do

A modern martial art incorporating elements of kung fu, fencing, and boxing, devised by Bruce Lee.

Shaolin kung fu

Shaolin kung fu is not a style created by a single person, but rather an accumulation of forms and techniques developed by millions of people throughout the centuries.

Tai chi

Tai chi is based on fluidity, and circular movements. Mastery of this art takes “the flexibility of a child, the strength of a lumberjack and, eventually, the wisdom of a sage”.

Qi gong

Qi gong (pronounced cheegong) is an ancient exercise that involves a combination of healing techniques and meditation that is controlled by breathing and movement exercises.

Wing chun

Wing chun is a southern kung fu style that is said to have been created by a female Shaolin master called Wu Mei. It is also the fighting style Bruce Lee studied in his younger years.