About Us

Our Story

Founded in the tradition of the Plum Blossom International Federation, our Winnipeg academy provides world-class instruction in Choy Li Fut Kung Fu and Yang Tai Chi. We are dedicated to helping students of all ages develop strength, confidence, and lifelong martial arts skills.

Our Lineage

We are proud members of the Plum Blossom International Federation, under Grandmaster Doc Fai Wong. Our teaching reflects generations of authentic martial arts knowledge.

Meet Your Instructors

  • Two men practicing martial arts in a gym, with colorful lion dance heads hanging on the wall in the background.

    Tai Sifu Neil McRitchie

    Founder | 7th Degree Black Sash | 40+ Years of Experience


    A direct student of Grandmaster Doc Fai Wong, Tai Sifu McRitchie is one of Canada’s most senior Choy Li Fut instructors. His disciplined, thoughtful approach has helped hundreds of students thrive.

  • An older man practicing martial arts in a dojo, wearing a black traditional martial arts uniform with white piping and a yin-yang symbol on his chest. He is focused and extending his right arm in a martial arts stance. Other students and instructors are visible in the background, practicing or observing, in a room with large windows and martial arts mats on the floor.

    Sifu Les McWha

    Senior Instructor | 5th Degree Black Sash

    A lifelong martial artist and youth mentor, Sifu Les leads many of our kids and teen programs. His instruction emphasizes confidence, form, and mutual respect.

  • A man in martial arts attire demonstrating a move while four women observe with focused expressions in a room decorated with framed photos on the wall.

    Sifu Eric Wellman

    Head Tai Chi Instructor | 3rd Degree Black Sash


    Sifu Eric’s deep experience in internal arts helps students reduce stress and unlock the healing power of Tai Chi.

Meet Your Black Belts

  • A man wearing glasses and a black martial arts uniform with red accents, a patch that says "INSTRUCTOR," and a flower-shaped badge with martial arts symbols and Chinese characters on his chest, standing in front of a red and yellow background with Chinese characters.

    SiHing Nelson

    SiHing Nelson began training in Choy Li Fut Kung Fu in 2004 and earned his black sash in 2012.

    He teaches both kids and adult classes and is known for his calm, focused instruction. He enjoys butterfly knives and the Chinese straight sword, and is an active participant in school events, sparring, and lion dance.

  • A man wearing glasses and a black T-shirt with a yin-yang symbol and Chinese characters, standing in front of a decorative background with red and yellow design featuring Chinese characters.

    SiHing Gord

    Training since 2004, SiHing Gord earned his black sash in 2012.

    He teaches adult beginner through advanced classes and specializes in the three-section staff and red tassel spear. He has performed in lion dances and demonstrations and is known for his quiet dedication and skill.

  • A woman wearing a traditional martial arts uniform with a patch that says "Instructor" and a yin-yang symbol, standing in front of a large yin-yang and Chinese characters background.

    Dai SiJay Tammy

    Dai SiJay Tammy started Choy Li Fut in 2008 and achieved her black sash in 2017.

    She leads the women’s self-defense program and brings energy and leadership to school events. Her favorite weapons include the straight sword, butterfly knives, and wind & fire wheels.

  • Smiling man wearing glasses and a black t-shirt with martial arts logo, standing in front of a colorful wall with Chinese characters and martial arts symbols.

    SiHing Nathan

    SiHing Nathan began training in 2014 and earned his black sash in 2022.

    He teaches both kids and adult classes and has a passion for hand forms and long weapons—especially the guan do. He also brings experience in Jiu-Jitsu, Arnis, and Kenpo to his teaching.

Satellite Schools

Golden Leopard Kung Fu School

Minneapolis, MN

Programs: Choy Li Fut Kung Fu & Yang Tai Chi
Instructor: Sifu Eric Muchowski

Address: 317 West 38th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55409

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Plum Blossom International

Headquarters

Director: Grandmaster Doc Fai Wong

Address: 925 Taraval Street, San Francisco, CA 94116

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