Fu For You – Sigung’s Corner
Push-Up Challenge Motivation
The adversity of winter is also an invitation to discover who you are and what you can rise from and, dare I say, thrive in!
Movie Motivation
What motivates people to try martial arts?
A Spring Full of Milestones
“I embrace the journey towards my goals, knowing that the pursuit itself is where the true growth and transformation occur.” ~ excerpt from Sifu Bala’s Black Sash grading thesis
Make Time to Take Care of Yourself
It is important to self-monitor and to have outlets for maintaining your own well being, including emotional, spiritual, mental and physical strategies to stay healthy.
Thanks to WKFA’s Dedicated Instructors
WKFA has 23 active instructors, meaning they teach each week and attend some combination of regular classes, Black Sash classes/meetings and gradings.
So, What is Rote Rehearsal?
In virtually every class we teach, we encourage students of all age programs to practice. For our younger students, in class I sometimes get them to say the mantra: “practice is repeating”. As martial artists, we are called to relish in the journey and not be too hasty in reaching a destination. Practice is the way.
The Value of Patience
Honouring the value of “patience,” inspired by the first line of our Student Creed: I must know how to advance slowly, to learn progressively and not carelessly.
Respectful Greetings
Giving renewed attention to the humble but potent tradition of greeting one another with respect.
Our Kung-Fu Community
This Fall was a jubilant return to our traditions! We have persevered through adversities and experienced the joy that comes from hard work.
Kung Fu Spirit
“I resolve to abide by and to perpetuate the philosophy of Kung Fu.”
Memoir of an Armoire: Part III
After 34 years in residence, an old wooden, wardrobe-style cabinet was recently removed from the kwoon. Enjoy the third part of our trip down memory lane through the eyes of an armoire.
Memoir of an Armoire: Part II
After 34 years in residence, an old wooden, wardrobe-style cabinet was recently removed from the kwoon. Enjoy the second part of our trip down memory lane through the eyes of an armoire.
Memoir of an Armoire: Part I
This November, after exactly 34 years, to get more floor space, an old wooden wardrobe style cabinet was removed from the kwoon. This cabinet’s time at the Academy pre-dates even Sibok Lloyd and Sibok Eric’s time. Enjoy our trip down memory lane through the eyes of an armoire.
Dependability
I feel ever grateful for the dependable mentors in my martial arts journey and the consistent dependability of our instructor team—a true source of hope for the future of the Academy and the art!
Definitely Not the Television
If you’re feeling in a bit of a funk, I implore you to turn off your TV and tune in to Mother Nature.
Accountability
Being accountable to one another helps us stay committed to our goals.
Transitions
A heartfelt thank you to my instructors, both those leaving us and those joining our ranks.
Honouring Sifu Patti
Looking back at just some of the involvement and impact Sifu Patti has had during her almost two decades with us.
The Importance of Routine in Times of Uncertainty
Through this lockdown, I have experienced that having a routine that includes Kung Fu is more important in my life than ever; I am beyond grateful to our community, which keeps me committed to mine as we stay committed to one another.
Staying in Touch
An update on what’s happening behind the scenes at WKFA from Sigung David.