Sifu William Cheung
Grand Master — Traditional Wing Chun
A direct disciple of Yip Man, keeper of the transmission of Wing Chun.
Rooted in the teaching of William Cheung & Didier Beddar
The art of the centre, of listening and the right gesture.
A Chinese boxing art designed for everyone: no strength, no showmanship — a mechanics of the body and a reading of the opponent. Passed on in Bordeaux by Sifu Josse Delaune, a former disciple of Sifu Didier Beddar.
- classes per week
- 10
- of practice
- 15h00
- years of the Sifu's practice
- 18
- generation since Yip Man
- 3rd
I.Wing Chun
A Chinese boxing art born of a woman, handed down for three centuries.
Wing Chun (詠春) — « boxing of the radiant spring » — is a compact, precise and deeply relaxed Chinese martial art. It favours angle, timing and economy over strength.
You do not come here to become stronger.
You come here to become more precise.
01
Yīn Yáng 陰陽
Working with the opponent's force rather than opposing it. Economy of movement, reading imbalance.
02
Centre line 中線
Occupying and defending the shortest axis between two bodies. Every attack springs from this line.
03
Sensitivity 聽勁
Chi Sao: developing an active touch. The hand feels before the eye sees.
04
Structure 形
A skeletal alignment that transmits intent from the ground to the body's extremities. Strength without tension, relaxation without slackness.
Wing Chun has neither quick grades nor spectacular demonstrations. It is learned slowly, in pairs, in a quiet room. Progress is measured by the quality of contact, the stability of the hips, and how quickly one accepts pressure without tensing up.
The traditional school rests on three empty-hand forms — Shil Lim Tao, Chum Kil, Bil Jee —, work on the wooden dummy (Muk Yan Jong) and the weapons (long pole and butterfly swords). Every class blends technique, free application (Chi Sao) and conditioning.
In Bordeaux, the academy stays faithful to the teaching of Sifu Didier Beddar. Attention to detail, precision of movement, rigour without dogma.
II.The lineage
Three generations, one and the same hand.
The WCTB school stands in the direct transmission of William Cheung, a direct disciple of Yip Man, and of Sifu Didier Beddar.
Sifu Didier Beddar
Academy — Paris
A direct disciple of William Cheung, a pioneer who brought the traditional lineage to France.
Sifu Josse Delaune
Academy — Bordeaux
A former disciple of Sifu Didier Beddar, founder of the WCTB school.
III.The black belts
6
practitioners,
one and the same school.
Alongside Josse, 6 black belts keep the kwoon alive — some teach, all pass it on. A school is measured by its seniors.
01 /
06
Black belt
Spyros
Teacher, teen and adult classes
Leads the teen/adult class every other Saturday. A Shuai Jiao (Chinese wrestling) teacher with extensive competition experience. A patient teacher, always ready to help, he brings his expertise to the group.
02 /
06
Black belt
Baptiste
Teacher, teen and adult classes
Leads the Wednesday teen class (5.30–7 pm) and the teen/adult class every other Saturday. A patient, rigorous and thoughtful teacher.
03 /
06
Black belt
Florian
Senior student
A long-time practitioner. Rigorous work on Chi Sao and sensitivity. He uses his light build to compete on speed.
04 /
06
Black belt
Benjamin
Senior student
A long-time practitioner. Calm and always seeking the right movement, he guides others with kindness and care. Technical reference for work on the forms.
05 /
06
Black belt
Damien
Senior student
A long-time practitioner, he supports newcomers and knows how to set a pace that pushes his partners closer to a real fight.
06 /
06
Black belt
Mathieu
Senior student
A caring and supportive teacher. He uses his large build to overwhelm his partner while staying at range.
/
06 black belts
IV.The schedule
10 classes per week,,
15h00 of practice.
Season 2025 - 2026. Enrolment from date to date, all year round. Free trial class (except tuesday 19h30 — 21h).
Monday
修
All levels
Tuesday
修
All levels
修
All levels
進
Advanced
Wednesday
修
All levels
少
Teens
Thursday
修
All levels
修
All levels
Friday
修
All levels
Saturday
修
Adults & Teens
修
All-level class
9 slots / week
The school's main format. Adults, all levels together — groups form during the class.
少
Teen class, ages 13–17
Wednesday 17h30 — 19h and Saturday 10h30 — 12h
A slot dedicated to teenagers. Reinforced teaching for teens with a strong focus on the fundamentals. Building confidence and respecting others.
進
Advanced class
Tuesday 19h30 — 21h
Reserved for experienced practitioners by the Sifu's invitation. Work on free applications and the higher forms.
V.Fees & packages
One school, several ways in.
Enrolment from date to date — your year starts the day you begin. The academy uniform (trousers, belt, t-shirt) is required and purchased at your first enrolment (€70).
Annual
Adult class
date to date · all levels
380
€
/ year
Up to 2 classes a week — for schedules that don't allow more, with no strict cap.
- Up to 2 classes / week
- Access to all levels as you progress
- Enrolment possible all year round
Recommended
Unlimited class
date to date · all levels
480
€
/ year
The school's commitment: 10 classes a week, 15h00 of practice, access to all levels as you progress.
- Unlimited access
- Academy uniform included
- Enrolment possible all year round
Ages 13–17
Teen class
date to date · level to suit
250
€
/ year
A slot dedicated to 13–17 year-olds: wednesday 17h30 — 19h and saturday 10h30 — 12h. A fitting setting to build the fundamentals.
- Wednesday 17h30 — 19h and Saturday 10h30 — 12h
- Level suited to their age
- Enrolment possible all year round
0€
Trial class
A free class, no commitment — arrive 10 minutes early to watch, then practise.
60€
Discovery package
2 weeks, up to 10 classes. Deducted from your annual membership if you stay.
Get started
120€
12-class pass
12 sessions to use freely, with no annual commitment.
At the kwoon only
By appointment
Private lessons
An hour one-to-one to unlock a specific point: a form, a sequence, a correction the group class can't dig into. The private lesson doesn't replace the group class, it speeds it up. Taught by the Sifu or by black belts Baptiste and Spyros.
Slots are arranged case by case: get in touch to book your session.
50
€
/ hr
Get in touch
VI.The kwoon
55 Cours du Médoc.
Bordeaux Chartrons.
A single room, chosen for its light, its floor, its authenticity. Five minutes from the quays.
01 / 01
- Address
-
Kwoon Bordeaux Chartrons
55 Cours du Médoc, 33300 Bordeaux
- Getting there
- Tram C / Bus Line 5 — Chartrons Bikes & parking on rue Fondaudège · 8 min from the quays
- Season
- September 2026 — July 2027 Enrolment from any date to any date · all year round
- Contact
- Josse Delaune contact@wing-chun-traditionnel.fr
VII.Before you begin
The questions we're asked most.
A question that isn't listed here? Write to us — we always reply.
No. Wing Chun is practised without force: the mechanics are based on alignment, not on raw power, so age and fitness are not required. The first weeks are devoted to the fundamentals, at your own pace. Fitness comes with practice.
Yes — a free trial class (arrive 10 minutes before the start, except the advanced class on tuesday 19h30 — 21h). If you want more, the adult discovery package gives you 2 full weeks for €60, deducted from your annual membership if you stay.
Loose clothing is enough for the trial class. On enrolment, the academy's full uniform (trousers, belt, t-shirt) is provided and required — it is the first sign of belonging to the school.
Yes, you can pay in instalments through online payment (3, 6 or 9 instalments).
Yes. Enrolment runs from date to date: if you sign up on 11 December, your membership runs until the following 10 December.
Teen classes from age 13 (wednesday 17h30 — 19h and saturday 10h30 — 12h) and adult classes from age 16. Level groups are formed during the class so everyone progresses at their own pace.
VIII.Contact
A question,
a word?
Josse replies personally to every message — usually within 48 hours. To book a trial class, please use the dedicated button.
48h
Our commitment
Every message receives a personal reply from Josse within 48 working hours.
— The WCTB academy, Bordeaux Chartrons
Take the step
Come and practise.
The rest will follow.
A free trial class. A two-week discovery package. Choose the way in that suits you.