Business Details
21 Years
experience
Traditional Martial Arts Training in Lewes
Established to preserve and evolve traditional martial arts, White Crane Fighting Arts teaches three distinct systems rooted in Fujian province's heritage. Our curriculum combines Tiger Crane Combination Kung Fu, White Crane Soft Boxing, and Shaolin Dog Boxing, emphasizing practical self-defense applications alongside physical conditioning. With over two decades of experience, our instructors focus on developing students' mental discipline and physical resilience through structured training programs. We maintain strong connections with martial arts masters in China, incorporating authentic techniques into our modern teaching methods.Our approach balances historical preservation with contemporary adaptation, ensuring students gain both cultural understanding and practical skills. Regular training camps and international trips provide immersive learning experiences, while our local classes cater to all age groups and skill levels. The club prioritizes health benefits through qigong exercises and posture correction, alongside martial proficiency. This holistic approach has cultivated a community dedicated to personal growth through traditional martial arts practice.
Services
Adult Kung Fu
Kids Kung Fu
Dog Style Kung Fu
Tai Chi Classes
Martial Arts Training
Summer Camps
International Training Trips
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We teach three authentic martial systems from Fujian province's heritage
- Our instructors maintain direct connections with Chinese martial arts masters
- We offer structured programs for both children and adults
- Our training includes practical self-defense applications and health benefits
- We organise regular international training trips to China
Services
Adult Kung Fu
Mixed-level Kung Fu classes focusing on Tiger Crane Combination system. Develop strength, conditioning and self-defense skills through traditional forms and partner work. Suitable for all experience levels with progressive training methods.
Kids Kung Fu
Engaging martial arts instruction for children combining fun activities with discipline training. Curriculum develops focus, coordination and respect through structured Kung Fu practice tailored to young learners' needs.
Dog Style Kung Fu
Specialised DiShu Quan training focusing on ground techniques and partner applications. Classes include form practice and practical self-defense scenarios, preserving traditional Shaolin dog boxing principles in modern context.
Tai Chi Classes
Traditional 66-posture Tai Chi system combining health benefits with martial applications. Classes include qigong exercises, posture correction and two-person drills, suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
International Training
Annual training trips to Fuzhou, China for immersive martial arts experience. Participants train directly with Chinese masters and study authentic techniques in their cultural context through structured programs.
People
Neil Johnson
Head Instructor
With over 20 years teaching experience, Neil Johnson leads White Crane Fighting Arts. He maintains direct connections with Chinese masters and organises annual training trips to Fuzhou, ensuring authentic technique transmission.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We teach three traditional systems: Tiger Crane Combination Kung Fu, White Crane Soft Boxing, and Shaolin Dog Boxing, all originating from Fujian province's martial heritage.
Are classes suitable for beginners?
Yes, our classes welcome all experience levels. Instructors provide progressive training that accommodates both complete beginners and experienced martial artists.
Do you offer children's martial arts programs?
We have dedicated kids' Kung Fu classes focusing on age-appropriate techniques that develop discipline, coordination and confidence through engaging instruction methods.
Are there opportunities for advanced training?
Advanced students can participate in international training trips to China and special workshops with visiting masters, alongside regular progression through our structured syllabus.
What should I wear for my first class?
For initial classes, comfortable clothing that allows movement is suitable. We provide guidance on traditional martial arts uniforms for those who wish to purchase them.
How often are classes held?
We offer multiple weekly sessions across different locations, with adult classes typically held Monday-Friday evenings and children's classes on specific weekday afternoons.
