Sing Ong Tai Chi
The martial arts in this section originate from China or are derived from Chinese martial arts.
This page is divided into the following categories:
| Ch'i Kune Jow Do Kung Fu (Tiger Mantis) | Tiger & Mantis Kung Fu · Auckland |
| Ch'i Kune Jow Do is a style based on the integration of the Southern Tiger (Wah Gar), and Southern Praying Mantis (Chou Gar), styles of Kung Fu. It is a close in fighting system which emphasizes power, speed, tenacity, and technical skill. The name for the Tiger Style is Lo Fu Do ("The Way of The Tiger"), while the Southern Mantis style is called Tong Long Kune ("Mantis Fist"). Ch'i Kune Jow Do itself translates to "The Way of the Ch'i Fist and Claw" and was developed by Sifu Alistair Bourne. | |
| Jun Hap Pai/Fut Gar Kung Fu | Kung Fu · Wellington |
| Fujian White Crane Kungfu | White Crane · Auckland |
| Our website gives information about Fujian White Crane (Baihequan). White Crane is a traditional Chinese martial art based on the movements of the crane. This lineage of White Crane is thought to have had been influential in the development of Okinawan Karate. No classes are being offered at present, but those who are interested are welcome to visit our website. | |
| Kung Fu School Of Physical Culture | Shaolin · Dunedin |
| We have opened a new gym at 22a Manse Street, Dunedin. Our Instructor is Master Norman Chin who is a Senior of Kiangsi Training College of China. 4th dan black belt of Sinuju Martial Arts Institute of North Korea 1959. Mr Chin Practises 4 styles of Kung Fu, including the White Crane Style. | |
| Nam Wah Pai (Tauranga Branch) | Nam Wah Pai · Tauranga |
| Nam Wah Pai is a Chinese style martial art. Our martial arts comprise of five schools, namely Shaolin, Pa-Kua, Eagle-Claws, iron-head and body qigong. Besides, we have many other health qigong lessons that are specially chosen and modified to suit the various individual needs and physical conditions of the pupils. | |
| Nam Wah Pai International KungFu Association | Nam Wah Pai · Throughout New Zealand |
| Shao Chi Chuan Home Page | Shao Chi Chuan · Throughout New Zealand |
| Chan's Martial Arts teaches "The Stressfree Way" at over 20 locations throughout NZ. This art emphasizes stress-free biomechanics and training methods. It can be said to be an interface between Shaolin and Tai Chi Chuan. | |
| Shaolin Nam Pai Chuan NZ | Shaolin |
| A traditional Shaolin Kung Fu taught from a unique training kwoon. The style has direct lineage to the famous Abbot Seh Koh Chum of the Shaolin Temple Siong Lim in Toa Poyah Singapore. | |
| Sir Ge Dorr Shaolin Kung Fu | Shaolin · Auckland |
| The art of the temple guardian, Sir Ge Dorr translates as "the way of the snake". The art itself is 400 years old and makes the use of 50% hand and 50% foot techniques in accordance with the snake's philoshopy of one muscle movement. The NZ and South Pacific Chief Instructor is Sisuk Peddie Dordevich, with 20 years experience. Branches at Te Atatu South Community Centre and Mt Albert War Memorial Hall. For details, email peddie.d@xtra.co.nz. | |
| Siu Lum Gar | Various · Auckland, Tauranga |
| Siu Lum Gar is a family organisation in which training methods are closely supervised and carried out by instructors highly qualified in Martial Arts. Siu Lum Gar teaches Siu Lum Gar Kungfu and Kickboxing. | |
| Wu Jao Martial Arts Academy | Various · Auckland |
| Shaolin Long Fist Kung Fu, Bei Chuan and Nan Chuan systems along with internal arts, namely Chen style Taiji boxing and qigong. | |
Sing Ong Tai Chi  | Tai Chi Chuan · Throughout New Zealand |
| Master Yek Sing Ong has more than 50 years of training in traditional Chinese martial arts, including nearly 40 years of training in Tai Chi Chuan. He and his instructors are now teaching Tai Chi Chuan throughout New Zealand. | |
| Avondale Tai Chi Club | Tai Chi Chuan · Auckland |
| The Avondale branch of Sing Ong Tai Chi, with class information.. | |
| Central Equilibrium Taijiquan | Tai Chi Chuan · Auckland |
| Central Equilibrium Taijiqun offers an opportunity to explore the harmony within all movement, leading to deepened sensitivity, the development of internal energy and the ability to deal with external forces. Whether being practised as a healthy exercise or in a self defence situation, relaxation is the fundamental basis. | |
| Chenshi Taijicise Centre | Tai Chi Chuan · Auckland |
| This is the more vigorous Chen style Tai Chi - a fast growing, international competition sport (non-contact) which appeals especially to young adults. Malisa Ng begins by teaching the basic routine. She has gained significant placing in overseas Chen style Tai Chi competitons. | |
| Chen Style Tai Ji Academy | Tai Chi Chuan · Auckland |
| Chen style Tai Ji, taught by Mr Li. Mr Li's understanding and ability in Chen style Tai Chi are unmatched in New Zealand. He understands and exhibits not only a full understanding of the fundamental mechanics and physiological principles of Tai Ji, but also the martial application of each movement in the Chen Style 83 form. Associated with Wu Jao Martial Arts. | |
| Tai Chi Aotearoa | Tai Chi Chuan · Auckland, Dunedin |
| Tai Chi has as its primary aim the cultivation of the Tao, or the practice of enlightenment, and has evolved into a set of soft slow movements, co-ordinated with the concentration of the mind and breath. | |
| Tai Chi Chuan (Chan's Martial Arts) | Tai Chi Chuan · Throughout New Zealand |
| Tai Chi Chuan is based on the understanding of the concepts of relaxation, non resistance or use of strength, purpose of correct biomechanics and total harmony of the mind and body. We believe that although training for physical and mental well being is paramount, the understanding of combat applicability is a sure test of the accuracy and effectiveness of the form. The more precise the form, the greater the health benefits. We also stick firmly to the belief that you need not practice the fast vigorous movements to be effective in martial application. | |
| Tai Chi for Arthritis | Tai Chi Exercise · Wellington |
| designed by Dr Paul Lam. This 12 Form program based on Sun Style is being taught by qualified instructor. Contact person Susan Fry, Field Officer with Arthritis Foundation of New Zealand, Wellington Division. Phone (04) 569 1125, or email susan.fry@paradise.net.nz. | |
| Tu-Ky Lam Chen style Taijiquan | Tai Chi Chuan · Wellington |
| We teach the two Chen style Taijiquan routines, martial application, push-hands, weapons routines for health and self-defence. | |
| NZ Wu Tao Society | Tai Chi Chuan · Wellington |
| Wu style of Tai Chi as taught by Master Stephen Yan. | |
| Classical Wing Chun NZ | Wing Chun · Christchurch & Ashburton |
| Contact Ray Solomon, phone (03) 308 2529, mobile (025) 249 6601, email classicalwingchunnz@xtra.co.nz. | |
| Earle's Academy Ving Chun Kuen | Wing Chun · Throughout New Zealand |
| Specialising in Wing Chun Kung Fu, Earle's Academy Ving Chun Kuen is the oldest established Kung Fu school in New Zealand. Full details are available on our web site. | |
| Tam Hun Fan Wing Tsun Martial Arts Association | Wing Chun · Auckland, Wellington |
| We are the longest running Wing Tsun club in New Zealand and have trained over a thousand students. Our grandmaster is Mr TAM Hun Fan from Hong Kong. We have 3 branches in NZ: Auckland/Onehunga, Auckland/Howick and Wellington. The headquarters are in Hong Kong. | |
| Wing Chun Schools | Wing Chun |
| NZ Wushu | Wushu · Auckland |
| International Wushu Competition forms. Traditional Wushu - Chin Woo, Pak-Mei, Wing-Tsun etc. Chen, Yang, Wu Style, Simplified 24 Movement & 42 Movement I.W.F. Competition TaiJi Forms. San Shou & Self Defence. | |