Yip Man (Ip Man)

Grandmaster / Sifu

Famous Chinese grandmaster who popularized Wing Chun in Hong Kong and was Bruce Lee's master.

Quick Facts

Date of Birth10/1/1893

Date of Death12/2/1972

Era20th century

Country of OriginChina / Hong Kong

Rank / TitleWing Chun Grandmaster

Active Years1916–1972

Biography

Yip Man (Ip Man) systematized Wing Chun Kung Fu in Hong Kong post-1949. Teaching iconic disciples such as Bruce Lee, Wong Shun Leung, and Victor Kan, he elevated Wing Chun to global fame.

Associated Martial Arts

Wing ChunMaster→

A southern Chinese close-range style built on the centreline and economy of motion. Its documented lineage begins in the 19th century; Yip Man and Bruce Lee made it famous.