Guarding Traditions Through Martial Arts

Programmes in May 2026

 

 

 

Programmes in May 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.

 

 

Mind Cultivation and Intent Training: Sharing and Demonstration on Chen Style Tai Chi Chuan

Chen Style Tai Chi Chuan is known for its distinctive spiral energy, the interplay slow and fast movements, and the dynamic blend of hardness and softness.

 

This activity will outline the development of Chen Style Tai Chi Chuan, introduce the key principle of using intention to guide "qi" and using "qi" to direct body movement, and demonstrate selected sections from representative routines. Participants will experience Tai Chi Chuan's martial philosophy of harmonising hardness with softness, as well as its practical value in promoting physical health, inner cultivation and balanced life.

 

 

 

Essence of Short Bridge: Sharing and Demonstration on Shaolin Weng Chun Fist

Rooted in the Southern Shaolin tradition, Shaolin Weng Chun Fist is characterised by its compact short bridge techniques, solid stance work and the well known "Six and a Half Point Pole", making it suitable for use in confined spaces.

 

This activity will outline the origins of Shaolin Weng Chun Fist and its development in local martial arts schools. Through the demonstrations of key training components such as stance work, hand techniques and pole forms, participants will gain insight on its practical applications and close-combat fighting style. The activity will also explore the collective memory of Shaolin Wing Chun Fist and Red Boat opera troupes, the master-disciple tradition and how folk self-defence traditions have been preserved and perpetuated through Shaolin Weng Chun Fist.

 

 

 

Power of the Dragon: Sharing and Demonstration on Lung Ying Fist (Dragon Sign Fist)

Lung Ying Fist (Dragon Sign Fist) is known for its rooted power, intricate bridging technique and dragon like body movements that emphasize the integration of structure and force, blending hardness and softness so that power is released instantly upon contact.

 

This activity will trace the development of Lung Ying Fist (Dragon Sign Fist) in Hong Kong, covering its lineage, fundamental principles, and daily training methods, alongside live demonstrations of its practical applications in combat. Through the demonstrations, participants will gain insight into how Lung Ying Fist evolved from a traditional Lingnan martial art, spread across the world, and became the Hong Kong Intangible Cultural Heritage.

 

 

 

Grace of the Crane: Sharing and Demonstration on Pak Hok Pai (White Crane) Fist

Pak Hok Pai (White Crane) Fist is distinguished by its crane inspired body posture and hand techniques, emphasising agile footwork, light and flexible movements, and the use of skill to overcome brute force.

 

This activity will introduce the history of the White Crane lineage within Hong Kong's martial arts schools, highlighting its unique combination of practices with bone setting and dragon and lion dance performances. Through the demonstrations of fundamental hand techniques, footwork and short routines, participants will experience the style's blend of firmness and softness, as well as its controlled, touch-and-go approach to striking.

 

 

 

Long Bridge and Solid Stance: Sharing and Demonstration on Choi Lee Fat Fist

Originating in the Lingnan region, Choi Lee Fat Fist integrates techniques from multiple martial arts systems. It is known for its open, expansive footwork, powerful swinging punches and long range striking, making it suitable for mid-range to long-range offense and defence.

 

This activity will outline the history and lineage of Choi Lee Fat Fist and its transmission in Hong Kong. Through the demonstrations of representative routines and practical applications, this activity will illustrate how techniques such as waist rotation, turning steps and continuous striking combinations create a rhythmically distinct offensive style. Participants will gain an experience the style's distinctive combination of bold, sweeping power and subtle technical precision, and learn how Choi Lee Fat Fist continues to be passed down through competitions, social gatherings and public performances within the local community.

 

 

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/.