“Modern Wing Chun is an invitation to apprenticeship in the practice of self defense, physics, and (eventual) practical miracles. My 20 years under the tutelage of Sifu Eric continues to enhance my formidability regarding martial arts, conflict resolution, and (equally) my work, family life, and community. If you read this book, you will grow and change. If you LIVE this book, the possibilities on and off ‘the mat’ are limitless.”
—Robert Downey, Jr.
“For all who are reading this book, not only is it a practical guide for modern Wing Chun Kung Fu in daily life, but it’s also a practical guide on life itself taken to a high level. What I mean by that is Si-Fu Oram conveys the mind-body-spirit required for this martial art, while also discussing what i believe to be critical components of a healthy and successful life: discipline, focus, training, competition, feedback/critique, humility, and confidence—to name a few. I’ve had the great pleasure to train with Si-Fu Oram and witness these components first-hand, and it continues to shape my life for the better. Coming from the military, his lead-by-example persona and detailed instruction is world-class. When you take the tenets of this book and apply them to your daily life, it’s the recipe for success.”
—TJ “T-MAc” Mackie, LtCol USMC retired TOPGUN F/A-18 PILOT
excerpt from Robert Downey Jr.’s Foreword:
“I’ve come to believe that the system, at its core, is a design for living: side-stepping obstacles, attacking issues from the blindside. Life is hard. Fortunately, as Si-FU says, “Life problems are Wing Chun problems, and Wing Chun problems are life problems…I suggest that Modern Wing Chun Kung Fu is therefore a go-to manual for business, overcoming adversity, relationship building, parenting (thought not as punishment!), and—of course—self-defense in the 21st century.”
What’s inside:
Modern Wing Chun Kung Fu is a comprehensive overview of this devastatingly practical and effective fighting system—and a guide to how its principles, strategies and concepts will enhance your daily life
Get a modern look inside this 300 year-old martial art—developed by a woman—expertly guided by one of the world’s leading authorities of Wing Chun, Si-Fu (Master) Eric Oram
Throughout the book, Oram shares glimpses into the master- student relationship in his apprenticeship under Wing Chun Kung Fu Grandmaster William Cheung
In this book you will learn:
Wing Chun Kung Fu’s unique and powerful history
Wing Chun’s concepts, principles and strategies
How the principles and strategies serve as a blueprint for mastering your daily life
Defenses against punches, kicks, elbows, grabs, grappling, knives, sticks, baseball bats, strategies vs. multiple opponents, and more
Si-Fu Oram demonstrates examples of Wing Chun’s primary techniques in over 250 detailed photos
You will also hear from several of Si-Fu Oram’s students about how Wing Chun has impacted their lives both on and off the mat
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Si-Fu Eric Oram has over 45 years experience in the martial arts, and is one of the world’s leading authorities on the art of Wing Chun Kung Fu. He has also studied grappling, kickboxing, Kali/Escrima, Jeet Kune Do, Karate and both Asian & European weaponry.
Sifu Oram has over 40 years experience in Wing Chun, and is a senior disciple of Grandmaster William Cheung – Bruce Lee’s primary teacher, and the man Lee considered to be the “Ultimate Fighter.”
Oram has taught Wing Chun since 1985 – to the general public, law enforcement (police, FBI, Delta, Marines, Navy SEALS), and professional athletes (including members of the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks and Arizona Cardinals).
He has also trained many actors, such as Robert Downey, Jr., Orlando Bloom, Jake Gyllenhaal, Tobey Maguire, Gerard Butler, and Christian Bale.
Oram is also an actor and fight choreographer (including Sherlock Holmes 1 & 2, Iron Man 3, The Avengers 1-4), with 30 years experience in stage, TV, and film.
Over the past three decades, Oram has written for, and/or been featured in numerous martial arts, fitness, and media publications, including: Black Belt Magazine, Inside Kung Fu Magazine, Sports Illustrated, Vanity Fair, American Health and Fitness, Men’s Journal, The Los Angeles Times, and appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show with student Robert Downey, Jr.
In addition, Oram is a screenwriter, musician, husband and father.
“I have never met another practitioner like Sifu (Oram). He is a rare combination of both a consummate practitioner and teacher. Great doers can’t always teach, and great teachers aren’t always doers, but Sifu is both. Sifu to me is a great example of what a man should be: always fair, always calm, always in control of the situation, and yet adaptable. “Set and flexible” as he used to say. The principles of Wing Chun and his own personal philosophy that he demonstrated and taught helps me navigate life to this day.”
—Dr. Thomas Schoelhammer, PhD
“Sifu Oram embodies the concept of the poet/warrior and has the fighting and teaching skills to help his students attain their highest potential both on and off the mat.”
—W. Blake Herron, writer, The Bourne Identity
