by Sifu Nick Francis

Well, it's that time again... time to go back to the VTAA and to Hong Kong.
I know there is no need to explain myself but if it is ok with you, I would like to share a bit on why it is important for me to visit Hong Kong and why I am bringing some of you with me. It's simple really...
I am going to make good on a vision, mission, and purpose.
You see, I find it a great honor to be part of such an amazing Wing Chun family and legacy. We are directly part of the Ip family Wing Chun.Great Grandmaster Ip Man ⟹ Grandmaster Ip Chun ⟹ Master Colin WardIf you call the Lancaster Wing Chun Association your home then you are part of this same family and legacy.
As part of the legacy of Grandmaster Ip Chun,
The narrative is one of a commitment to excellence.
The narrative is one of committment to family.
If you have been in my orbit for any extended period of time you know that as characters in this story we get to make choices that build this narrative into something exciting, encouraging, empowering and therefore lasting.
The character trait needed to do this is to easy to declare but often a bit more challenging to adhere to and live out.
This essential trait is,
We must always be learning and growing!
I am heading back to Hong Kong because I have a lot more to learn. I am heading back because I want to have a lot more to pass along to you. I am heading back to share time with my family!
In doing this, I believe,
I am following the path taken by those before me to not settle
into becoming the wrong character.
The trip is about the proverbial "Fork in the Road", a choice that determines the type of school we become. Instead of taking the path of ego that leads to pride, I want the path where right attitude is a guide toward humility.
Humility = teachability.
Where one is teachable, the possibilities in life become limitless.
Here is blog I wrote reflecting after my last trip.
Thanks for reading! I hope it is helpful.
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