The Black Crane Kung Fu Schools is dedicated to providing safe, friendly and effective martial arts training that is available to all types of adults and children regardless of their physical capabilities. This school teaches a non-tournament martial arts system with the emphasis on traditional Kung Fu training incorporating fighting principles and Chinese philosophy.
Under the instruction of Sifu Neal Gilding the Black Crane Kung Fu Schools has built an excellent instructor base providing experience, knowledge and quality tuition to its schools and its students. From 2017 Sifu Neal Gilding is celebrating his 50th year in training in martial arts. The school motto, Noy Sing, is the first thing and last thing which occurs in a training session.
Under the instruction of Sifu Neal Gilding the Black Crane Kung Fu Schools has built an excellent instructor base providing experience, knowledge and quality tuition to its schools and its students. From 2017 Sifu Neal Gilding is celebrating his 50th year in training in martial arts. The school motto, Noy Sing, is the first thing and last thing which occurs in a training session.
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Although no definite date of the history of Kung Fu is known, most authorities agree that a Chinese warlord by the name of "Chi Yu " developed a wrestling art called "Go- Ti", translated it means "Horn Gore". It consisted of two contestants each wearing ox horns that fought each other on a huge mat using crude wrestling techniques whilst using the ox horns to try to gore each other.
The traditions and customs of this school are very old and by today's standards many of the martial arts customs seem strange or bewildering to some people, but it is these customs that set us apart from the backyard schools and the new style of martial arts that seem to be appearing everywhere.
The style this school teaches can be traced back through Chinese history well over a thousand years, and although not all of its customs have stood the test of time the ones that are still with us are to be adhered to.When people talk about customs in a martial arts school the first thing that comes to mind is bowing.
The style this school teaches can be traced back through Chinese history well over a thousand years, and although not all of its customs have stood the test of time the ones that are still with us are to be adhered to.When people talk about customs in a martial arts school the first thing that comes to mind is bowing.
Unlike other martial arts schools where the Jwun Wei is the schools disciplinarian in the Black Crane Kung Fu Schools, the Jwun Wei's position is one of teaching and guidance. Most students and instructors like the fact that our school and its teachings can be traced back over a thousand years and with this comes customs and traditions that have been passed down from teacher to teacher.
Even though this school has a long history with many traditions and customs that it still follows avidly, the majority of members will never train outside of Australia. With this in mind we use very limited Chinese vocabulary in our normal training classes, preferring to explain the training and teachings of our system in English so that the students and instructors can fully comprehend their meanings.
The kwoon, its instructors and senior students must be shown respect at all times, and honour given to elders. It is strictly forbidden to drink alcohol, smoke, chew gum or use bad language in the kwoon or on the premises. All care must be taken with school equipment, the premises and the contents of the kwoon must not be damaged.
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Josh Dyrsdale
Nov 02, 2020
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Chris Windle
Dec 07, 2016
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Harrison Berg
Nov 20, 2015
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Been training here for over 5 years now, currently training to open my own black crane school. This style is for anyone any size, age or skill and can be used to defend against any size, age or skill. This style uses movement and body mechanics which makes it hard for anyone to be up against. If you are looking for a good kung fu school for defence against anyone, any size then this is the school for you.
Will Harris
Aug 26, 2015
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Being a bigger gentleman I always thought I wouldn't be able to do any form of Kung fu due to my size, how wrong I was!! Not only has Black Crane Kung fu increased my flexibility, agility, reflexes & confidence, it is so much fun as well!!!
All of the instructors are fantastic & go the extra mile to help which I really needed to begin with.
I can highly recommend Black Crane Kung fu for men & women of any size, background & skill level. :)
All of the instructors are fantastic & go the extra mile to help which I really needed to begin with.
I can highly recommend Black Crane Kung fu for men & women of any size, background & skill level. :)
Michael Chess
Jul 12, 2014
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From my experience this style is extremely fast, agile, and very effective/practical kung fu. As a result from this i found it to be devastatingly powerful. From observation it was suitable for all people (body shapes/gender/fitness etc). I have learnt so much from this school and could not write a kind enough praise to do it the justice it deserves. It has changed my way of life in every aspect and has given me wisdom & power for body, mind and spirit.
Nick Smith
Apr 24, 2014
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Most in depth all round style that practices traditional ancient martial arts, and can still be applied to modern day self defence. The sifu and instructors have a very vast knowledge of the style, the history and most other styles. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a style that teaches all concepts of fighting.
