Born in the Poole area of Bournemouth and Poole's longest-established school of Ip Man Wing Chun and Street Self Defence, Lun Kuen Academy of Wing Chun is led by Sifu Stephen Lyons, an internationally certified Master and member of the SKWCMAA. With a belief that the teacher and the student are the same, the academy emphasises continuous learning and personal growth.
The academy follows the principles of Wing Chun, a martial art with a rich history dating back approximately 350–500 years. According to legend, a Buddhist nun named Ng Mui observed a fight between a crane and a snake, adapting their movements to create a style suitable for humans. When she met Yim Wing Chun, a young woman pursued by a warlord, Ng Mui agreed to teach her the newly developed style. After Yim Wing Chun successfully defended herself against the warlord, she passed on her skills to her husband Leung Bok Chau, who named the system "Wing Chun” in honour of his wife.
The style was further developed and eventually brought to Hong Kong by the legendary Yip Man in 1918, who later became the instructor of Bruce Lee.
With a focus on promoting honour, loyalty, respect, and time, Lun Kuen Academy emphasises the importance of a strong foundation. The academy believes in continuous improvement, building students' confidence by helping them improve what they can already do and gradually introducing new challenges. Encouraging students to question everything and not take anything for granted, the academy instils a sense of self-discovery.
Sifu Stephen Lyons has been an internationally certified Master Grade since 2004 and is a lifetime member of the Yip Man Martial Arts Association. He has also received the SKWCMAA Hall of Honour Award. As the longest-established school of its kind in the area, Lun Kuen Academy of Wing Chun has a proven track record of providing high-quality instruction in Ip Man Wing Chun and Street Self Defence.
For those looking to train in Wing Chun Kung Fu and Street Self Defence, Lun Kuen Academy of Wing Chun offers a unique opportunity to learn from an experienced and internationally certified Master. With a focus on continuous learning and personal growth, the academy provides a supportive and welcoming environment for students of all ages and skill levels. Contact them today to start your martial arts journey.