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"
Mandy has been training Wing Chun since February 1997 and returned to training in October 2005.
Apart from being a qualified psychologist and personal fitness trainer, Mandy has also taken part in the London and New York marathons where she raised money for medical charities.
Mandy, a perfectionist and keen martial artist has proven without doubt that a woman can be any mans equal in the Wing Chun style of Kung Fu.
Paul, started training Wing Chun in Febuary 1997 and was the youngest member of the Lun Kuen Academy to qualify as instructor.
After leaving school Paul chose a career in the finance industry and is currently working his way through his professional qualifications.
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.
Glenn started training Wing Chun in September 1997.
Glenn does not hold classes at present as his time is taken mostly by his retail management career.
However when in class, he is keen to assist and has demonstrated on many occasions his worthiness of the title Sifu.
Nicknamed "rocket" Glenn excels at the Fighting Forms and his attention to detail is 2nd to none
Jon started training with the academy in June 1997.
He and his wife Jayne have excelled in the art of WIng Chun and are both a pleasure to train with.
In Febuary 2003 Jon and Jayne are leaving us in the UK to make a new life in Australia.
Maybe he will start an Australian branch of Lun Kuen, I hope so, but whatever happens we all wish them both the best of luck for the future and they will be sorely missed.
My interest in martial arts began when I was only 12 years old.
At 14 I formally started training in Tae Kwon-Do and achieved 3rd Degree Blackbelt after 10 years of training.
I have always been interested in Wing Chun Kung Fu and trained in a Lau GarKung Fu until I found the Lun Kuen Academy.
Wing Chun makes perfect sense in its execution, underlying principles, is very fast and extremely
effective.I work as an IT Consultant and also have my own internet company.
Mike is currently located in the Salisbury area.
Josh joined the Academy in September 1998 and is currently studying for his degree in physics at Southampton University.
Josh has exceptionally fast hand techniques and excellent co-ordination skills. He is also very acrobatic, which although not part of the Wing Chun curriculum, fits in well with his style.
A very keen instructor and innovator with a humble attitude Josh inspires confidence in his junior students and has become a valued asset to the academy.
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.
Currently Rachel works in the bridal retail business and she is also re-kinderling her interest in modern dance and ballet.
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.
Currently studying for a IT degree in Birmingham, John has started a small class which enables him to hone his teaching skills and maintain a degree of practice.
For further details of the Birmingham class please EMail me.
Richard began his training with the Lun Kuen Academy in March 2001.
He has been a keen student of the martial arts for many years having studied various kick boxing styles, fencing and shoot fighting.
A former research biologist, Richard has now settled into the education sector where he teaches biology at a local high school.
Richard, a perfectionist to the nth degree has excellent technical and practical knowledge of the Wing Chun style
Emma began her training with the Lun Kuen Academy in June 2001.
Emma is an inspiration to her fellow female students for although small in stature, she has lightning fast hands and a relaxed mature attitude.
Highly self critical Emma optimises the spirit of a true martial artist
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.
