About
The World Eagle Claw Association is a renowned martial arts school located in Aldershot, offering traditional 'Eagle Claw' style Kung Fu and martial arts training. Led by the highly experienced and skilled instructor, Matt Williams, the school aims to teach students how to soar above the clouds by mastering the art of Eagle Claw Kung Fu.
The school offers classes for both children and adults in Aldershot and Frimley. The family class, held on Wednesdays from 18:30 to 19:30, takes place at the Dance Studio in Alderwood School. Adult classes are held on Mondays and Wednesdays at various timings and locations, including the Frimley Community Centre and the Dance Studio in Alderwood School.
The World Eagle Claw Association strives to create a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere for all students, regardless of their experience level. They pride themselves on having a teacher, Matt Williams, who possesses the patience to teach beginners while also having the expertise to instruct more advanced learners.
Kung Fu training at the World Eagle Claw Association goes beyond just learning self-defence techniques. The school also focuses on improving endurance, stamina, physical conditioning, discipline, flexibility, agility, and balance. Whether you are a beginner or have previous experience in martial arts, the World Eagle Claw Association provides comprehensive training that caters to your individual needs.
The typical class routine consists of warm-up and stretching exercises, cardio drills based on core kicks and strikes, form-mechanic drills, target-pad drills, two-person drills, applications, light sparring, form practise, and cool down and stretching exercises. Depending on the specific requirements and preferences of the class, the order, and emphasis of these routines may vary.
The history of the Eagle Claw style can be traced back over 850 years to the Sung Dynasty, where it was created by General Yui Feh. The World Eagle Claw Association, founded by Gini Lau, the 8th generation and youngest daughter of the late Grand Master Lau Fat Mang, aims to preserve and teach this ancient art form. Grand Master Lau Fat Mang, in addition to being a renowned martial arts instructor, utilised his skills during the Second World War as he fought and trained the special forces troop named the 19th Regiment Dai Do Brigade. The Dai Do Brigade achieved notable feats during the Japanese occupation of China, further enhancing the legacy of Eagle Claw Kung Fu.
To get involved with the World Eagle Claw Association, individuals can contact the school to receive a training schedule or speak to an instructor. The school welcomes students from Aldershot, surrounding towns in the Surrey and north Hampshire area, and beyond. The first lesson for new students is only 10, allowing them to experience the benefits of Kung Fu training, such as weight loss, improved coordination and balance, increased flexibility and joint mobility, useful self-defence skills, and reduced confrontation through enhanced discipline and self-control.
Join the World Eagle Claw Association today and embark on a journey to master the ancient art of Eagle Claw Kung Fu, under the guidance of instructor Matt Williams.
