Welcome to Wensum Kung Fu & Tai Chi
Traditional Chinese martial arts taught in a friendly, supportive environment in Norfolk.
Discover the benefits of authentic Yang Style Tai Chi and Northern Shaolin Chin Woo Kung Fu with our experienced coaching team. We offer classes for beginners and experienced students in Dereham, Stibbard and Elsing, helping people of all abilities improve their fitness, wellbeing and confidence.
Whether you're looking for gentle exercise, a new challenge or the opportunity to learn a traditional martial art, we'd be delighted to welcome you.
Discover Tai Chi and Kung Fu
Explore our two traditional Chinese martial arts and discover what makes each one unique. From gentle, flowing Tai Chi movements to the dynamic techniques of Chin Woo Kung Fu, our classes offer something for everyone.
Tai Chi
Discover the benefits of traditional Yang Style Tai Chi through gentle, flowing movements that improve balance, flexibility, coordination and relaxation. Our friendly classes welcome adults of all ages and abilities, including those who prefer seated exercise.
Kung Fu
Build strength, fitness, confidence and practical self-defence skills through traditional Northern Shaolin Chin Woo Kung Fu. Our friendly classes welcome children and adults of all abilities, offering an enjoyable and rewarding way to learn a traditional martial art.
Our Approach
At Wensum Kung Fu & Tai Chi, we believe traditional Chinese martial arts should be accessible, enjoyable and rewarding.
Led by Head Coach Alasdair Monteith, with over 45 years of martial arts experience, we combine authentic traditional teaching with modern, positive coaching methods.
Our friendly, supportive classes help students of all abilities develop their skills and confidence at their own pace.
The Foundations of Yang Style Tai Chi
Watch Head Coach Alasdair Monteith demonstrate the Yang Style 8-Step Form, the first routine taught to beginners at Wensum Kung Fu & Tai Chi. This short sequence introduces the fundamental principles of Tai Chi, helping students develop balance, coordination, relaxation and controlled movement.
News & Articles
Explore our latest articles on Tai Chi and Kung Fu, plus club news, events and achievements.
What Our Students Say
"Alasdair is a patient, encouraging teacher. He is well qualified, has many years experience and is understanding of individual needs. My weekly hour in his T’ai Chi class has been informative, motivational and life enhancing."
Sue B, Dereham
"I have trained with Al since I was a kid. He's a brilliant coach, with decades of experience in kung fu. His coaching has set a timeless model for me on how martial arts should be taught and approached. His previous club based in London has produced gold medallists in Wushu and kickboxing. It's exciting to see him start a club here in Norfolk."
Jesh S, Swaffham
"My child has been part of this group for 4 years and has enjoyed every moment of it. He enjoys the training and interaction with the tutor who provides great training and skills from his own journey through Martial Arts. I would recommend this group for anyone, child or adult, who wants to learn Kung Fu."
Linda M, King's Lynn
"I very much enjoy this Tai Chi group and can thoroughly recommend it to all ages and abilities. Al and Lisa are welcoming, caring and thoughtful. They adapt the routines to benefit all individuals and have a high regard to health, safety and wellbeing."
Jacqui J, Dereham
"The club has such a welcoming, supportive and non-judgemental atmosphere, making it easy to feel comfortable from day one. As a young adult with arthritis, it can be difficult to find activities that are both accessible and encouraging, but I've been able to build strength and confidence at my own pace with support from Alasdair and other members. My husband has found the classes incredibly beneficial for his mental wellbeing. It's a genuinely friendly community with fantastic physical and mental health benefits."
Ria D, Dereham
"Excellent classes run by lovely people."
Julia B, Dereham
Get in Touch
Interested in joining one of our Tai Chi or Kung Fu classes? We'd love to hear from you. Whether you're a complete beginner or have trained before, please get in touch to find out more about our classes.
Class Locations
We offer Tai Chi classes in Dereham, Stibbard and Elsing, and Kung Fu classes in Elsing.
Booking is essential for all classes. Please contact us to enquire about availability before attending.
Telephone: +447538349201
E-mail: info@wensumkungfu.com