Want to take up martial arts? Join Wing-tsun Elements school's open week and discover traditional wing-tsun & self-defense classes, an introduction to sport fighting, sticky hands exercises (Chi-Sao), and Kali Eskrima.
L'union Française du PWTS (UFPWTS) is a network of around twenty martial arts clubs in France. The Paris school is led by UFPWTS founder and martial arts Master (7th DAN) Daï-Sifu Claude. Registration for the open week Classes are open to adults of all levels. The school offers classes from Tuesday to Thursday at various training venues in Paris 14e. All classes during this week are free with registration. Ticketing Which martial arts and combat sports class should you choose? 1/ To improve my fighting skills and physical fitness: the sport fighting class; Credits: ©UFPWTS Sport fighting & Wing-Tsun classes Tuesdays from 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Espace Maindron: 6 bis rue Hyppolyte Maindron, Paris 14e Improve your physical fitness and fighting skills in a sporting environment. Learn to fight at every range: kicks & punches, elbows & knees, holds & throws, and ground fighting. 2/ To learn how to defend myself using all kinds of weapons: Kali Eskrima (Filipino martial arts); Credits: UFPWTS Kali Eskrima classes Tuesdays from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Espace Maindron: 6 bis rue Hyppolyte Maindron, Paris 14e Kali Eskrima is an ancient Filipino martial art that teaches you, among other things, how to defend yourself using all kinds of weapons and everyday objects. By learning to handle weapons, you will gain a more realistic approach that will help you deal more effectively with armed attacks. In addition to learning how to use bamboo sticks, training later expands to weapons and all kinds of objects that can be used to devastating effect in self-defense. 3/ To learn the art of close-quarters combat: Wing-Tsun Kungfu; Credits: ©UFPWTS Traditional Wing-Tsun & self-defense classes Thursdays from 8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. École Dansomania: 59, rue Sarrette 75014 PARIS Wing-Tsun is a formidable close-quarters martial art. This style of Kung-fu has become popular today thanks to Grand Master Yip Man and Bruce Lee. This class includes learning the fundamental principles of Wing-Tsun and applying them in a martial self-defense setting. 4/ To discover an energy-based practice: sticky hands; Credits: ©UFPWTS Wing-Tsun Chi-Sao classes Wednesdays from 9:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. École Dansomania: 59, rue Sarrette 75014 PARIS Chi-Sao (“sticky hands”) is one of Wing-Tsun's signature exercises. It develops reflexes through proprioception, allowing you to react faster than through visual analysis. This class includes internal energy work: grounding, breathing, body weight… Frequently asked questions What clothing is suitable for practicing martial arts? Sportswear (trousers, black T-shirt) and martial arts shoes (or socks). Remember to bring a water bottle and towel. Do I need to buy weapons and protective equipment to practice Wing-Tsun and Eskrima? During the open week, we will lend you equipment if necessary (sparring gloves, shin guards, Eskrima sticks, etc.). Afterward, you will need to purchase your own equipment. What is Wing Tsun? Wing Chun, or Wing-Tsun, is a highly effective style of Kung Fu for close-quarters combat. This martial art owes its international fame to Grand Master Yip Man and the renowned practitioner Bruce Lee.
Source: paris.fr — photo: @UFPWTS