A Journey of Heritage, Responsibility and Learning – My First WCKTC Visit to Changle, Fujian – June 13 & 14, 2026
- Jul 14
- 2 min read
By Harrison Littlewood
For quite some time I have heard about the WCKTC's annual visits to Changle, Fujian. This year, I was deeply honoured to participate in the journey for the very first time. Having also been entrusted with supporting the coordination of the trip made the experience even more meaningful, allowing me to appreciate not only the training but also the tremendous effort behind maintaining the strong relationship between our schools.
Led by our Sifu, Chua Kah Joo, a delegation of ten WCKTC students travelled to Changle, the home of our Fujian Traditional Wing Chun lineage and the school of our Grandmaster, Sifu Joseph Cheng. We were also joined by WCKTC's long-time student and lineage holder, Sam Catlin, who is currently based in Tianjin, China.
Although we arrived late in the evening after clearing immigration and collecting our luggage, the students and instructors of the Fujian Traditional Wing Chun School had patiently waited to welcome us. Their generous hospitality and warm reception immediately reflected the close bond that has been nurtured between our schools over many years. It was a reminder that this annual visit is not simply a training exchange—it is a reunion of one Wing Chun family.
At the Fujian Traditional Wing Chun School, it was both enriching and inspiring to train alongside students and instructors from Fujian. Despite differences in language and teaching approaches, our shared commitment to the principles of traditional Wing Chun created an immediate connection. The demonstrations by the students, senior instructors and Sifu Chua highlighted that while techniques may be expressed differently, the values of discipline, precision, humility and mutual respect remain universal.
One of the greatest privileges of the visit was the opportunity to watch Grandmaster Sifu Joseph Cheng demonstrated the moves with such refined skill, speed and effortless control. It reinforced the importance of lifelong learning and the pursuit of excellence within our art.
As a first-time participant, I returned with far more than memorable experiences. I gained a deeper understanding of our lineage, witnessed the enduring friendship between our schools, and developed an even greater appreciation for the responsibility of preserving and passing on our traditional art. It is a about preserving a lineage, honouring our heritage, and building lasting friendships that transcend borders.
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