What we’re about
Enjoy self-defence classes in beautiful Battersea Park!
After each class, we will socialise in the local Pear Tree Café only 5-10 minutes walk away.
How much?
- First drop-in class only £8.
- Or just £40 for six classes.
About our class
Learn martial art techniques, become more flexible and improve your health at the same time.
In our classes, you can expect to learn:
- several techniques to deal with punches.
- learn how to avoid attacks by using the ground correctly.
- improve your general flexibility/mobility.
- Conditioning your body to learn to absorb strikes and improve body resilience.
- Meditation breathing practice for internal health.
To ensure you don't miss out, please ensure you register for any of our classes by 9am latest on the same day to avoid disappointment.
This beginner training will set you up well for your self-defence journey.
Please note:
- Purchased classes are non-refundable. If you purchase a block of classes for £40 these classes must be used up within 8 weeks. This is to encourage new students to train regularly so that the techniques start to become muscle memory, if you ever had to use your skills in a self-defence situation – hopefully never!
- Please let me know if you have to cancel at the last minute.
If you have a pre-existing injury or health issue, then please consult your doctor before training in our classes. However, we train in a very safe environment with techniques practiced slowly for new beginners.
If you have any questions, I am very happy to answer them. Please direct them to joe.cheung75@gmail.com or contact me directly (via Whatsapp/text) on 07914411979.
You can also follow me at:
IG: joecheungskungfu
Facebook: BajiSaturdaysLondon
LinkedIn: joe-cheung-baji
Youtube: Baji Zhandao Kung Fu UK
Where? We meet every Saturday 2.30-4.30pm and Wednesday 6.30-8.30pm in Battersea Park by the central Bandstand. This gives us cover in case of rain or poor weather.
Who is it for? No previous experience is required. All abilities, fitness levels, men and women are welcome. Training is only available to people aged 16 and over.
Do I need any special equipment? Loose clothing is advised but no special clothing or equipment is needed, only a willingness to learn.
My martial art experience
Classes are led by Joe Cheung, a black sash instructor in Baji Zhandao Kung Fu.
My training includes:
· Over 12 years Baji Zhandao Kung Fu (2nd Black Sash level)
· 9 years Bujinkan Ninjitsu (2nd Nidan Black Belt)
· 2 years Urban Krav Maga
I also offer private 1-1 lessons, please contact me directly if you are interested in this.
Further details on our Kung Fu syllabus (for those who are already experienced in martial arts):
Zhandao is Mandarin for 'Battlefield Style'. The name derives from the main system we teach which is Baji Zhandao. This is a modern-day evolution of a number of internal styles of Kung Fu from China, including:
- Baji Quan
- Yang Tai Chi Quan
- Pigua Zhang
- Tongbei Quan
- Bagua Zhang
- Xingyi Quan
The Baji Zhandao system was created and developed by our recently deceased Grandmaster Chen Fu Sheng over the last 20 years.
Master Chen was an ex-Chinese special forces instructor, one of the highest-level masters of Baji Quan and other styles in China and also one of China’s greatest Iron Shirt Masters. He had a lot of real-world fighting experience, spanning over 50 years as a practitioner, in both military operations and as a combatant due to a number of years working in the Chinese High security Prison service. For further details on Baji Zhandao Kung Fu please visit bajizhandao.co.uk.
