The WCKFC/ICWCAA Summer Training Camp
by Richard Carrington
Public Relations Director for the WCKFC

SCOPE:
Summer Training Camp is scheduled for the second Friday and Saturday in August. It will be held high in the mountains of Utah and will include camping out overnight. Three meals per day are provided and if needed sleeping arrangements can be made by listing it on the proper place of your Application form. This 2 day camp will include 12 to 15 hours of training each day.

Just like the Ancient Shaolin monks who awoke in the early mornings to work out on the mountain side near the temple, the emphasis is on practical, and realistic work. Do not be fooled, this camp is not for everyone, it is not a lecture type seminar held inside an air conditioned conference room or school. It is intended to be both mentally and physically challenging. Also because this course offers a break from daily life it helps the student learn quicker than normal simply because there are no distractions, there is only Wing Chun and you. The necessity for quick, sound, actions and the ability to react calm under “actual street combat’ conditions are the primary objectives of the course. The simulated fighting stress of this course helps the student learn how to manage him or herself physically and emotionally during an actual street confrontation.

COSTS DATES & TIMES

$250.00 Non WCKFC/ICWCAA Member
$150.00 WCKFC/ICWCAA Member
Price includes 3 meals per day.
Students should be in camp before l:00pm on the second Thursday of August no later than 7am Friday.
Camp training begins 7:o’clock on the second Friday of August and continues through 7 o’clock pm Saturday for closing ceremonies.

Those who will be flying in will be arriving at the Salt Lake International Airport.

The following information is intended to answer typical questions for the prospective Camp Student.

GENERAL:
This organization trains students from all martial art styles. No designation of rank is worn by students during the course.

Throughout the course students will work with every other student, this not only helps students to understand how other students apply the same principles of Wing Chun but also instills a spirit of martial family. . All students successfully completing the course are awarded a certificate of accomplishment.

A 50% deposit must be paid with the application no later than August 1st. The balance must be paid on or before August 1st. If there is a problem with these terms please contact the Council and make arrangements that will work for you.

PREREQUISITES:
Martial art practitioners of any style may apply but no previous experience is required, we will have training for begining, intermediate, and advanced students.

Individuals must pay a 50% deposit at the time of application. With the remainder paid on or before August 1st. If accepted, deposits are non refundable. There is a limited enrollment and all applications will be processed on a first come first serve basis.

Orientation will commence at 7:00am on the first day of training.

SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Sleeping bag
Tent
Insulated water container, we have running water
Ace Bandage
Food for Thursday evening
Eating Utensils (Bowl, plate, fork, knife, spoon)
Jacket (it might get cold at night)
Change of clothes including shoes

SUPPLIES RECOMMENDED:
Cooler
Chair
Bug spray
Lip balm and Sunscreen
Snacks and Other drinks
Personal grooming items
Two pair of tennis shoes (or other fighting shoes suitable for martial arts and mountains)
Flashlight or lantern
This camp will be held 30 minutes from the city in the mountains, there are no conveniences stores.

SUPPLIES SUPPLIED BY THE
ASSOCIATION:
Toilet tissue
Cooking Facilities
Three meals per day is supplied at no extra charge Camp T-Shirt
Certificate (for those successfully completing the camp training)

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This is a developed camp site, however there is no cabins, you must bring a tent. There is running drinking water, restroom and shower facilities. A map of the camp location will be sent when payment is received. You may go directly to the camp or meet at the Wing Chun Kung Fu School and people will be transported up the mountain.

 

Group Photo
Attendees of the 1997 Summer Training Camp

Ip Ching, Sam Chan, Ron Heimberger

Master Sam Chan translates for Grandmaster Ip Ching to the group as Master Heimberger looks on

Autograph

Students get autographs, from left. Master Garner Train, Master Ron Heimberger, Grandmaster Ip Ching, Master Sam Chan




Master Garner Train assisting Grandmaster Ip Ching with a Chum Kiu Class.




Autumn Lilly helps refine a students chi sau.



Jo Gau Kane, and Sifu Nielson practice the long pole.



Grandmaster Ip Ching helps students in the chi sau class adding finer points to the students abilities as they study the art of Wing Chun.


In Master Heimberger's class Karen and Leeonna work on their positioning and footwork


Master Sam Chan assisting Grandmaster Ip Ching with the Biu Gee Class.




Master Heimberger, along with Jong Gau Lin Talbot and Nick Manerva enjoying Grandmaster Ip Ching's Wing Chun history class. Anther notable in front of Master Heimberger is Jo Gau Dave Pangan




The Navajo paid us a visit at the end of the first day, Master Train and Master Heimberger were given a crash course on how to play the drum.

 

 

For more information about true Wing Chun instruction, or future camps contact Carlos Colorado at
The Association Headquarters or call (801) 367-2351

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