Meet the Masters

Every movement you learn is a gift passed down through generations. Our masters are the living bridge between ancient knowledge and your modern practice — each carrying a legacy of discipline, philosophy, and skill.

Kung Fu Masters Tree

The Line of Legacy

Our Kung-Fu family tree traces the path of 13 legendary masters who have each contributed to shaping the styles and principles we share today. As you scroll, each branch reveals a story — a life dedicated to the martial path.

Lohan Qigong Masters Tree

The Line of Legacy

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Tai Chi Masters Tree

The Line of Legacy

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Sifu George Michielsen

Sifu George Michielsen

With nearly five decades of training, Sifu George is a living bridge between the old masters and today’s students. One of the few Westerners entrusted with true Buk Sing knowledge, he has dedicated his life to preserving and teaching this ancient art with authenticity, honour, and heart.Read more about Sifu George Michielsen
Master Dave Lacey

Master Dave Lacey

Brother to Vince and co-founder of the original Australian Buk Sing school, Master Dave Lacey helped ignite the Choy Lay Fut movement in Perth and inspired a new generation of martial artists.Read more about Master Dave Lacey
Grandmaster Vince Lacey

Grandmaster Vince Lacey

A member of the legendary Five Black Panthers, Vince Lacey brought authentic Choy Lay Fut Buk Sing from the rooftops of Hong Kong to the Western world.Read more about Grandmaster Vince Lacey
Master Lai Hung

Master Lai Hung

A fierce and eccentric fighter known for his relentless spirit, Master Lai Hung earned his reputation by defeating top Muay Thai fighters and upholding the combat legacy of Buk Sing Choy Lay Fut.Read more about Master Lai Hung
Lung Tse Cheung

Lung Tse Cheung

One of the selected students involved in the historic Buk Sing and Northern Shaolin exchange, Lung Tse Cheung trained under both Ku Yu Cheung and Tarm Sarm, helping to bridge the gap between the Southern and Northern systems.Read more about Lung Tse Cheung
Master Ku Yu Cheung

Master Ku Yu Cheung

One of the most respected martial artists of his time, Master Ku Yu Cheung was famed for his Iron Palm and Iron Body skills. A Northern Shaolin master who brought strength, discipline, and internal power to Southern systems, he played a key role in the evolution of Buk Sing Choy Lay Fut.Read more about Master Ku Yu Cheung
Master Lai Chou

Master Lai Chou

A master of Buk Sil Lum (Northern Shaolin), Master Lai Chou brought internal strength, long-range power, and strategic finesse to the Choy Lay Fut system. His teachings helped shape Buk Sing into the hybrid powerhouse it is today.Read more about Master Lai Chou
Grandmaster Tarm Sarm

Grandmaster Tarm Sarm

A fearless fighter and innovator, Tarm Sarm revolutionised traditional Choy Lay Fut with Northern Shaolin influences to create Buk Sing — a style famed for its explosive power and unmatched fighting strategy. His impact on Chinese martial arts is profound, and his legacy continues through the very core of our Academy. Read more about Grandmaster Tarm Sarm
Grandmaster Kong Hing

Grandmaster Kong Hing

The son of legendary Master Kong On, Grandmaster Kong Hing was raised in the old ways — trained daily in Buk Sing Choy Lay Fut, Northern Shaolin, and Chinese medicine. Known for his precision, strict code of ethics, and exceptional fighting skill, he became one of the highest-ranking masters of Buk Sing and a revered figure in the global martial arts community. Read more about Grandmaster Kong Hing
Master Kong On

Master Kong On

A direct student of Master Chow Loong and Grandmaster Tarm Sarm, Master Kong On was a rare bridge between Chow Gar, Buk Sing Choy Lay Fut, and Northern Shaolin systems. Known for his iron body, martial skill, and unwavering discipline, he became one of Tarm Sarm’s top six disciples — and a major force in shaping modern Buk Sing lineage.Read more about Master Kong On
Master Chow Loong

Master Chow Loong

A legendary figure in Chinese martial arts, Master Chow Loong was the creator of Chow Gar Kung Fu — a powerful fusion of Hung Kuen strength and Choy Gar footwork. His teachings shaped generations of fighters across southern China, including the famed Five Tigers of Chow Gar.Read more about Master Chow Loong

Master John K. Saw

One of the few inner chamber disciples of Grandmaster Chen Yong Fa, Master John Saw is a global ambassador of the rare and ancient Lohan Qigong system. His teachings blend martial discipline with deep energetic healingRead more about Master John K. Saw

Master Wong Seng Choong

A two-time Grand Champion and master of Chen Tai Chi and Buk Sing Choy Lay Fut, Master Wong Seng Choong is known for his explosive power, skillful flow, and light-hearted energy. He brings tradition to life with every movement.Read more about Master Wong Seng Choong
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