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14 February 2024
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Chang Hong Introduction

Chang Hong School of Wushu   Written by: Chen Ching Ho Translated by: Paul Hanrahan and Hsu Sheng-Hsia Translators note: […]
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28 March 2017
Introduction to the Basics of Taiji – Part I

Introduction To The Basics of Taiji – Part I

Taiji: An Introduction for Beginners What is Taiji?  Taiji is classified as an internal martial arts system. There is plenty […]
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13 October 2014
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Chang Hong School of Wushu

Master Chen notes: This article was published in the Chang Hong Wushu 2011 annual book. It details the core principles […]
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25 June 2014
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Principles of Self-defence

Human Nature It is important to realise that people are not basically good. Everyone is motivated by a certain level […]
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15 April 2014
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Senior Class Group Sessions

With all the up and coming Public holidays we are joining senior classes on these days below. Times depend on […]
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14 February 2014
An Introduction to Basic Wushu Qigong

An Introduction To Basic Wushu Qigong

Qigong can be divided into several types. Such as medical treatment Qigong, fitness Qigong and the type we will discuss: […]
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10 February 2014
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UK Branch

The Journey Begins When I moved to Johannesburg I started looking for a new martial arts school to train at.  […]
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15 January 2014
On the Functions and Training Methods of Ma Bu

Functions and Training Methods of Ma Bu

To train Ma Bu is the basic training of learning martial arts. Some call it zhan ma bu(to stand on […]
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3 January 2014
News on Master Chen

News on Master Chen

To all our students all over the world. This article section will be used to update you on happenings in […]
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18 December 2013
Master Chen

Master Chen

A very sad day and a great loss with your sudden passing….too soon my friend. I will miss our teachings […]
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29 October 2013
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Class Terminology

Basic terminology and pronunciation of Chinese terms used in class. Enjoy.   GENERAL TERMS 長拳 Chang Quan Long Fist 洪(門/家)拳 Hong […]
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18 September 2013
Sparring concepts

Sparring Concepts

Written by: Si Fu Paul Hanrahan   My goal in writing this article is to try and highlight some of […]
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      Si Gung Marco has been training martial arts most of his life. At age 9 he was introduced to Japanese arts and practiced karate for several years. He then moved into learning Chinese martial arts at the age of 13. His enthusiasm and dedication to kung fu led him to open his own school at the tender age of 19. He started instructing at the local gym and within six months moved into his own premises.

      Since then the centre grew and so did the students whose lives were enriched by a new era of Chinese martial arts. In the pursuit of expanding his unquenchable thirst for the arts Si Gung Marco decided to expand his horizons and seek other styles and schools internationally and he set off to Europe in 1987. His travels took him to the United States in 1988 where he built new relationships with many masters. He then set about the task of liaising with practitioners, masters, and competitors with the purpose of promoting South African Chinese martial arts. In 1989 Si Gung Marco achieved the highest accolade in sport, his South African colours.

      He competed successfully internationally. With all the experiences in his travels and competition, he decided that competition would not be the main focus of the school but the teaching of authentic traditional Chinese martial arts. The following year 1990, he coached the South African team for international competition in the USA. The team member performed well and brought home several trophies. He continued to become more competent in his knowledge and became and certified judge and referee.

      In 1994 a team selected by Si Gung Marco representing the Chinese Martial Arts & Health Centre attended an international competition in Beijing, China. It was a dream come true for many of the team members to visit the country where kung fu originated. Their performance was outstanding bringing many medals home. In 1999 another team selected by Si Fu Marco again representing Chinese Martial Arts & Health Centre trained diligently in preparation for an international competition in Baltimore, USA. The students participated in the traditional bare-hand, weapon, semi-contact, and full-contact divisions. Several gold, silver, and bronze medals were attained. The students were delighted to participate in the competition but felt that the true benefit was in the training preparation and the camaraderie of the team.

      Since 1999 Si Gung Marco has moved his focus away from competition and has travelled extensively to Taiwan to continue his training with Master Chen. More recently he has set up Martial arts seminars and focused on technical and cultural exchanges with his and Master Chen senior students. This has helped strengthen the students’ martial arts understanding and helped foster relations between South Africa and China.

      Celebrating our 40th anniversary in 2024 is an outstanding achievement. Over the years Marco has brought over 10 of his students to a Si Fu level in our system. Si Gung Marco spends most of his time traveling and teaching the senior levels of all the schools. He is currently translating Master Chen’s books into English for the benefit of all our English-speaking students around the world.