Article: Grandmaster Ip Man’s Code of Conduct

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The following is the traditional code of conduct for Wing Chun practitioners as passed down by the late Grandmaster, Ip Man.

• Remain disciplined – Conduct yourself ethically as a martial artist.


• Practice courtesy and righteousness – Serve the society and respect your elders.


• Love your fellow students – Be united and avoid conflicts.


• Limit your desires and pursuit of bodily pleasures – Preserve the proper spirit.


• Train diligently – Maintain your skills.


• Learn to develop spiritual tranquillity – Abstain from arguments and fights.


• Participate in society – Be moderate and gentle in your manners.


• Help the weak and the very young – Use martial skills for the good of humanity.


• Pass on the tradition – Preserve this Chinese art and rules of conduct.