Yip Man
Yip Man (October 1, 1893 – December 2, 1972), also known as Ip Man, was the first teacher to teach martial arts Wing Chun openly. He taught Hong Kong students, who spread Wing Chun around the world. Later, Ip Man was the teacher of Bruce Lee, Chu Shong-tin (who taught then-Australian Jim Fung)[1][2] and others.
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| Born | October 1, 1893 |
| Died | December 2, 1972 (aged 79) |
| Nationality | Hong Kong |
| Occupation | Martial arts |
After Ip Man died, the teacher Duncan Leung taught Wing Chun in Hong Kong from 1945 to 1969. Nowadays, Wing Chun is taught around the world. Many children do Wing Chun.
Yip Man Media
Ip Man's gravestone on Wu Tip Shan, Fanling, Hong Kong
The original Ip Man Wing Chun Association in Hong Kong, around 1960
Bruce lee and his teacher Ip Man.
References
- ↑ http://www.wingchun.com.au/images/credentials/endorse.jpg
- ↑ "Businessman and martial artist packed a punch – Obituaries". Sydney Morning Herald. 2 April 2007. Retrieved 30 April 2012.