BRUCE LEE to WING CHUN WARRIOR Peter Mogridge
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A Martial Arts Odyssey from Bruce Lee to Wing Chun Mastery
In this captivating episode, Peter Mogridge talks to Andrew Staton at
the Doncaster UK Martial Arts Show.
Peter, a seasoned martial artist with decades of experience, shares his
incredible journey from being inspired by Bruce Lee to becoming a Wing
Chun master under Grandmaster Samuel Kwok. Peter's martial arts
adventure began in the 1970s, driven by the Bruce Lee craze that swept
the world.
Despite starting with Shotokan Karate, he eventually found his true
calling in Wing Chun. His path was far from straightforward, involving
stints in Aikido, Thai Boxing, and Wadoryu Karate, among others. Peter's
dedication and passion for martial arts led him to train with notable
figures like Sean Vieira and Nathan Lewis, becoming part of the renowned
Bristol Death Squad.
One of the highlights of Peter's journey is his close relationship with
Grandmaster Samuel Kwok. After facing challenges with a previous Wing
Chun club, Peter found a mentor and friend in Samuel Kwok, achieving
Sifu status and travelling the world to teach and promote Wing Chun.
Peter's insights into the philosophy and practical applications of Wing
Chun are profound, emphasising its potential for self-improvement,
peace, and flexibility.
Peter also discusses his involvement in combat survival training,
highlighting the importance of situational awareness and risk assessment
in today's world. He shares valuable advice on avoiding conflict and
the realities of knife defence, stressing the importance of running away
rather than engaging.
Beyond martial arts, Peter is active in close protection work and is
setting up a new school overseas to train high-risk environment close
protection operators. He is also working on a charity initiative to
support military veterans.
An inspiring and insightful conversation with Peter Mogridge, a martial
artist who embodies dedication, resilience, and the spirit of continuous
learning.
Filmed by Dean Meadows of Pentagram Pictures at the Martial Arts Show
Doncaster event 2024
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