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“It is difficult for a student to pick a good teacher, but it is more difficult for a teacher to pick a good student.”

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Yip Man, also known as Yip Kai Man, was a renowned Chinese martial artist and the master of Wing Chun. Born on October 6, 1893, and passed away on December 2, 1972, Yip Man was a student of Chan Wah-shun and one of the most influential figures in the propagation of Wing Chun. He established his martial arts school in Hong Kong, where he trained many students, including the famous Bruce Lee. Yip Man's contribution to the development and popularization of Wing Chun is immense. more

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