Ballarat School of Jik Cheung Kung Fu

The fundamental difference that puts Jik Cheung Kung Fu ahead of the rest.

One movement vs two and why it matters.

There’s a big difference between
deflecting then countering and deflecting while countering.

When you defend first and attack second, you’re always a moment behind. Even if it’s fast, there’s a pause — and that pause gives your opponent time to recover, reset, or fire again.

When defence and offence happen in the same movement, you’re countering on their timing, not yours. The attack is neutralised because you’re already striking, it could be a finger in the eye or enough to make them react.. ither way there’s no gap, no hesitation, no reset.

By entering on their timing, you also bypass the flinch response. The nervous system doesn’t get the moment it needs to brace, freeze, or retract when the counter arrives before that reflex can fully switch on.

This is a key point of difference in many Chinese martial arts, including Kung Fu and Tai Chi. Defence and offence are trained as one action, not two when using structure, timing, and sensitivity rather than speed alone.

This isn’t about speed or flashy hands.
It’s about timing, structure, and pressure.

At close range especially, you don’t get two chances.
One movement keeps you in control.
Two movements puts you back in response mode.

A break down from training stance of
Dai Sau, deflect and counter a round house punch (around the centreline)

Out right one of my favourite applications of this amazing style of Martial Arts. It hardly scratches the surface.

Description below with pictures 👇
Enjoy..

A break down from training stance for the application of,
Tan Sau(Palm up) and Wu Sau (Protective Hand)
Followed by Jut Sau (Jerk Hand) and vertical fist (Jik Cheung)

Descriptions with pictures point 👇
Enjoy..

Jik Cheung Kung Fu – Beginners Welcome
Curious about martial arts but not sure where to start?

Classes are kept small, allowing for personal attention and clear instruction. Training focuses on building strong foundations through correct stance, movement, coordination, and structure.

You’ll learn specialized close‑quarters training that develops reflexes, awareness, and the ability to respond naturally in tight, real‑life situations.

This style complements any striking style of fighting, enhancing timing, structure, and control at close range.

Along the way, you’ll build strength, balance, and calm under pressure. No ego, no rush—just honest training, steady progress, and a supportive environment for beginners.

Beginners;
Monday and Wednesday 6-7.

A break down of the application of B**g Sau (Wing arm) and Wu Sau (Protective hand)
B**g Sau is demonstrated with a deflect and counter to a straight punch and a redirection.

Class update for 2026

Monday and Wednesday

6:00–7:00 pm Beginners.
foundation and basic training.

Graded students (Green and Red grades) are encouraged to attend, assist, and continue basic training at their level.

7:00–8:30 pm Seniors.
This class is based around advanced movement and skills development, suitable to students that have the foundation.

Tuesdays 6:00 pm Tai Chi and Ba Duan Jin.
Yang Style all levels.

Video for clicks.

https://youtu.be/G3nKNYlgfwo?si=Z8-pxKp1azE8yLAA

Hi my name is Jamie Josephs I'm the head instructor at the Ballarat School of Jik Cheung Kung Fu, located in Ballarat Central, Victoria. Holding a Second Degree Black Belt, as an instructor I bring extensive experience in martial arts instruction, specializing in Jik Cheung Kung Fu, Western boxing, and internal forms such as Tai Chi. The teaching of Jik Cheung highly emphasizes practical self-defence techniques, situational awareness, and personal empowerment, catering to students aged 16 and above. Under my guidance, the school offers structured programs that focus on close-quarter combat skills and mental preparedness, fostering a supportive environment for learning and personal growth.

Jik Cheung has been referred to as being "very direct and precise"

Tai Chi is one of the most underrated martial arts—but it’s also one of the truest. People often see it as just slow movement or gentle exercise, but behind that softness is real martial power. Tai Chi is all about balance—Yin and Yang. Soft and hard, still and fast, yielding and striking. It teaches you to move with awareness, use your opponent’s force, and stay calm under pressure.

The slow pace isn’t weakness—it builds control, strength, and precision. Every movement is a martial application, training you to respond without relying on speed or brute force. It’s about timing, structure, and intention.

Ba Duan Jin, or the Eight Pieces of Brocade, is a Qigong set that works perfectly with Tai Chi. It helps open the body, strengthen the tendons, and balance your energy—your Qi. It builds your internal foundation, aligning your Yin and Yang, so you can move with more power and less tension.

Together, Tai Chi and Ba Duan Jin train not just your body, but your whole system. They teach real self-defence, real awareness, and real balance—inside and out.

Jik Cheung Kung Fu – Practical Skills for Real Life
Jik Cheung Kung Fu is a modern and highly practical martial art designed to give you real-world skills you can retain for life. This isn’t just another short-term self-defence course where the techniques are forgotten under pressure.
Jik Cheung focuses on instinctive, gross-motor movements that align with your body’s natural flinch response — making the skills easier to retain and apply when it matters most.

Each application is built to protect vital organs and soft tissue through simultaneous deflection and counter-techniques, giving you the tools to respond quickly and effectively under stress.

Now Taking New Students
Whether you're new to martial arts or looking to develop practical, long-term self-protection, now is the time to get started.
Train smart. Train practical. Train Jik Cheung.