Instructor Profiles
Started training the martial arts in the early 70's, inspired by the popular "Kung Fu" television series and Bruce Lee's "Enter the Dragon".
Trained various forms of Chinese and Japanese styles until left virtually paralyzed in the left leg during a Lau Gar training accident in the 80's.
Steve started looking around for a more suitable style. When fully recovered after some 6 months of physiotherapy he finally stumbled across Wing Chun which has kept him in good health ever since.
Of Wing Chun Steve says:
"Its a form that embraces the natural movement of the human body and one of the few arts that can be trained and remain effective well into old age"
Paul, started training Wing Chun in Febuary 1997 and was the youngest member of the Lun Kuen Academy to qualify as instructor.
Pauls light hearted and friendly approach to training has worn well with new students and promotes the philosophy of the school.
Paul has been running his own school "Bournemouth Wing Chun" (part of the Lun Kuen Academy) since 2002, links to his web site can be found on the Links page.
Rachel started training Wing Chun in October 1999.
Prior to joining the academy Rachel trained Karate and had achieved junior brown belt status.
Although small in stature Rachel has very good energy and has even surprised herself on occasions.
She is lightning fast and has great footwork, again proving that Wing Chun really is as effective for women as it is for men.
John began his training with the Lun Kuen Academy in January 2000.
He has also studied Aikido to some depth which has proved useful with some of the more advanced techniques.
John has a good attitude and has taken well to the Wing Chun Style of Kung Fu.
Yomi began his training in June 2001.
An I.T professional by day Yomi relaxes into his martial arts and has become a key member of our school.
Although formidable in stature and ability Yomi is very much a gentle giant and a pleasure to train with.
Probably one of the first to agree that a sense of humour and the ability to laugh at one self is essential for training martial arts and maintaining a balanced life.
Chris actually began his training a few month before I did and even though he had a few months head start, his skills were such that I aspired to be as good as him. Chris stopped training when he became a dad which gave me the chance to catch up a little.
Prior to starting his Wing Chun training, Chris came 4th in the Karate nationals, so his knowledge of the martial arts and combat is unquestionable.
Having re-joined the fold he has undertaken the painful process of gradings and although he has recently passed his Sil Nim Tao level, this is by no means a measure of his skills, experience and contribution to the school.
Danny has been training with the Academy for a number of years and has his own school situated in the Bournemouth area. He has re-joined the Academy after taking a few years out to follow his music and media careerwhich is still a strong influence in his life.
While Danny's combat skills are excellent he never loses sight of his sense of humour which conribute to the light and friendly atmosphere that the class enjoys.
Tim qualified as Junior Instructor in Febuary 2012 and has been a keen student of Wing Chun since September 2009.
Tim has an open minded approach to the martial arts and is quick to take onboard new concepts and applications
Combined with his study of stick fighting Tim makes a valuable addition to the ranks of Lun Kuen.
