What is Tsun Jo Wing Chun^® Kung Fu?

Tsun Jo^® means "Faithful Descendant," and the full translation for Tsun Jo Wing Chun^® is, "The faithful descendant of Wing Chun Boxing". In other words Tsun Jo^®; is descended from Wing Chun and is a distinct style of its own.

Tsun Jo Wing Chun^® or Tsun Jo^® for short, is a systematic method or system for developing skills for survival self defense fighting. It is primarily an empty hand method of fighting although understanding the use of clubs, knives and firearms is also an important aspect of skill development. The training is also designed to benefit practitioners as a method of physical conditioning.

Tsun Jo Wing Chun^® developed as a fighting method for making the most of what each individual has, if and when they have to fight. This art is not designed for sport although portions of it work just fine in sport fighting competition. It is a fighting method that uses rapid fire punching and low kicks. At close range contact it is used to limit and control the opponent's balance, offense and defense. It is a method that works well for small or large people, male or female. The art also incorporates joint locking, choking, sticking and trapping. It is designed for real life self defense needs.

In Tsun Jo^®schools, students are courteous and train safely. Instructors treat students with respect and work to insure they are making progress and developing the skills intended. Proper interaction with training partners can serve as a model for positive participation within the larger human community.