Defensive Space Martial Arts

Believer in the importance of traditional martial arts training and the principles of Wing Chun.

Defensive Space Martial Arts, located in Runcorn, is dedicated to providing high-quality Wing Chun training and fostering a supportive and motivating environment for its members. The school welcomes individuals of all skill levels, from beginners looking to improve their fitness and self-protection skills to experienced martial artists seeking to enhance their knowledge and technique.

One of the key benefits of training in Wing Chun at Defensive Space is its comprehensive approach to fitness. Many people have unused gym memberships due to time constraints, lack of motivation, or lack of guidance. At Defensive Space, the instructors offer a goal-driven syllabus to keep members inspired and motivated. They understand the demands of a modern working lifestyle and schedule public classes accordingly.

With professional instruction and a supportive community, members can quickly improve their fitness and feel a part of the Defensive Space family.

In addition to physical fitness, Wing Chun also promotes mental wellbeing. In today's stressful world, Wing Chun principles can be applied to everyday life, helping individuals achieve a focused and clear state of mind. Through disciplined training, members can become more productive and less stressed, ultimately improving their mental wellbeing.

Confidence is another significant benefit of training in Wing Chun at Defensive Space. Whether it's in work-related situations, personal relationships, or any other aspect of life, Wing Chun can instil an unwavering and self-assured level of confidence in practitioners. By developing their skills and mindset, members become calmer and more capable, bringing out the best version of themselves.

Above all, training at Defensive Space is fun! The instructors guarantee that once members join, they'll have the time of their lives. The school offers a fully equipped training space with a matted area, wooden dummies, a wide range of pads, and a fully equipped gym. Members will benefit from the expertise of Sifu Jonny Fell, who has over twenty years of experience in the Wing Chun system.

Sifu Jonny is dedicated to continually updating the syllabus to consider changes in martial arts and ensure cultural and geographical relevance.

All tuition at Defensive Space is led by Sifu Jonny Fell, who has a rich martial arts background. Starting with Go Ju Ryu Karate in the 1980s, Sifu Jonny later transitioned to Wing Chun and attained the level of black sash in 2006. He has been teaching Wing Chun since 2010 and made it his main occupation in 2012. Sifu Jonny is also experienced in Filipino stick fighting (Kali/Escrima/Arnis) through training with the “Dog Brothers.

” His dedication and expertise have earned him the respect and moniker of Rum Dog after participating in intense fight events across Europe.

At Defensive Space Martial Arts, individuals can expect a welcoming environment, professional instruction, and a comprehensive approach to Wing Chun training. Whether it's for self-protection, fitness, mental wellbeing, confidence building, or just having fun, members will find all that they need at Defensive Space.