Guarding Traditions Through Martial Arts

Programmes in June 2026

 

 

 

Programmes in June 2026

 

Hong Kong's traditional martial arts boast a long history, encompassing profound combat skills and wealth of cultural wisdom. From Hung Gar Kuen Style, Yip Man Wing Chun to Tai Chi Chuan, Choi Lee Fat Fist and Tai Shing Pek Kwar Moon Style (Monkey and Axe Hammer Style), and other martial arts practices, they are not only practices that strengthen the body and cultivate the spirit, but also embody values of respect for masters, devotion to community and country, and forging of social bonds. Through master-disciple lineages, training in martial arts schools and shared through public demonstrations, these precious martial arts–related intangible cultural heritage (ICH) continue to thrive in Hong Kong and bear witness to the city's evolving community life.

 

This season, the "Meet the Masters!" Series features the theme "Guarding Traditions Through Martial Arts". Programmes from April to June 2026 will invite local martial arts groups and masters to introduce the origins, distinctive features and cultural significance of their respective styles, deepening public understanding of local martial arts–related ICH and its living transmission.

 

 

Monkey Agility and Power: Sharing and Demonstration on Tai Shing Pek Kwar Moon Style (Monkey and Axe Hammer Style)

Tai Shing Pek Kwar Moon Style (Monkey and Axe Hammer Style) integrates the agility of Monkey Fist with the powerful swinging strikes of Pek Kwar. It is renowned for its nimble footwork, evasive movement and explosive whipping power.

 

This activity will introduce the origins of Tai Shing Pek Kwar Moon Style and its development in Hong Kong, explaining how the technique such as leaping footwork, changes of distance and continuous attack sequences are used in practical application. Through demonstrations of forms and combat drills, participants will experience its dynamic blend of flexibility and force, and learn about the style's outstanding performance in competitions and its contribution to the development of Hong Kong's martial arts culture.

 

 

 

Serpent and Crane in Harmony: Sharing and Demonstration on Snake Crane Wing Chun

Snake Crane Wing Chun integrates the fluidity and adaptability of snake techniques with the stability and strength of crane movements. Emphasising flexible application, concise and practical actions, centre-line control and close-range power generation, it is known for its adaptability and combat effectiveness.

 

This activity will introduce the origins of Snake Crane Wing Chun and its development in Hong Kong, explaining how practitioners apply hand transitions, body coordination, and sticking techniques to handle various combat situations. Through form demonstrations and practical applications, participants will experience its unique blend of softness and firmness, and will gain insight into its significance role in local martial arts culture and its value in transmission.

 

 

 

Grace in Flow: Sharing and Demonstration on Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan

Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan is characterised by its understated posture, refined movements and steady footwork with routines flowing like water and emphasises on relaxation, stability and upright alignment.

 

This activity will trace the transmission of Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan in Hong Kong, and highlight the key training focuses of its various routines. Through demonstrations, participants will observe how subtle waist turns, weight shifting and dantian breathing are used to neutralise force with softness and employ stillness to control movement. The activity will also share the value of Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan in supporting health, mental well-being and slow pace of life, enhance the participants' understanding of this martial arts as Hong Kong's intangible cultural heritage.

 

 

Remarks: The above programmes may be subject to change or cancellation. Please take note of our update.

 

The above programmes are also the activities of the Chinese Culture Promotion Series. The LCSD has long been promoting Chinese history and culture through organising an array of programmes and activities to enable the public to learn more about broad and profound Chinese culture. For more information, please visit https://www.ccpo.gov.hk/en/.