A Statement from SiFu Allan Lee: In the last post (see link below), I had identified several malicious rumors circling around the Wing Chun community. I am thankful for the old Gung Fu brothers and friends who showed their support through this trying time. Debunking propaganda of this nature is difficult because it’s designed to elude direct confrontation by relying on hearsay rather than verification. And, in the process, it may end up dragging everyone through the mud, thereby marring the reputation of not only those involved, but the Wing Chun community as a whole. For these reasons, I have decided not to further dignify the prattle with a response. I have wasted enough time over the years trying to engage in honest dialogue with these perjurers and hypocrites. If you must verify my word, please speak to me privately in person and I will be happy to provide you with the true account of events along with all relevant documentation. Many years ago, I made a solemn promise to SiFu Yip Man that I would preserve the integrity of the art and only teach those who embodied its moral principles. Since then, I have dedicated my life to pass down this legacy of our late Grandmaster and worked hard to promote camaraderie and unity among all Wing Chun practitioners. Thus my school has always welcomed any family member who wished to come and exchange knowledge. We have hosted Wing Chun brothers from all over the country and the world - Switzerland, England, Greece, Philippines, Hong Kong, California, Virginia - to name a few, free of charge, simply in the interest of fellowship and solidarity. My students were more than happy to take time off from work and family to help train, socialize, and treat our visitors. I have always advised everyone who visited my school that I hoped they find my advice useful. I asked them to disregard it and to refer to their SiFus for the final word if they did not find it applicable, since what I express is only my personal understanding and interpretation of Wing Chun. It is rather unfortunate how my goodwill and sincerity has been so distorted and falsely publicized as insults and disparagement. This is especially so given the fact that I have always tried my best to help any Wing Chun family member in need. Regardless, I will not let a few petty rumors undermine SiFu Yip Man’s vision for our future and my dedication to promoting the art of Wing Chun and establishing rapport among fellow Gung Fu brothers. The Wing Chun family motto and directive 詠春祖訓 SiFu Yip Man imparted to me admonishes us to preserve the art and maintain brotherhood, camaraderie, and unity within the Wing Chun family. 愛同學, 團結樂群. My conscience in upholding this directive is clear and I believe the truth will become evident with time. As the Chinese proverb goes, a clear conscience never fears midnight knocking. Whether I look to the heavens or earth, I am not ashamed, as judgment of praise or condemnation will be testified by posterity. 俯仰無愧天地, 褒貶自有春秋. SiFu Allan Che Kong Lee Wing Chun Kung Fu NYC Yip Man Wing Chun Martial Art. NYC.
Posted on: Thu, 22 May 2014 03:04:54 +0000
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