{"id":2707,"date":"2024-12-16T07:56:05","date_gmt":"2024-12-16T05:56:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uct-international.nl\/?p=2707"},"modified":"2024-12-16T07:56:05","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T05:56:05","slug":"celebrate-the-holidays-in-the-spirit-of-the-martial-arts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uct-international.nl\/en\/news\/celebrate-the-holidays-in-the-spirit-of-the-martial-arts\/","title":{"rendered":"CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS IN THE SPIRIT OF THE MARTIAL ARTS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Sifu Benno Wai on the Cover of a Global Wing Chun Magazine!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We are proud to share that <strong>Sifu Benno Wai<\/strong>, head instructor of our academy, has been honored with a feature on the cover of one of the world\u2019s most prestigious Wing Chun magazines! This recognition highlights his dedication, expertise, and contributions to the martial arts community. It is an incredible achievement, not only for Sifu Benno but for everyone at our academy. This inspires us to keep training and sharing the rich traditions of martial arts with students of all ages.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, we also want to celebrate our <strong>BJJ coach Pele Nguyen<\/strong>, who achieved outstanding success in 2024 by winning several major tournaments. His dedication and world-class talent have earned him well-deserved recognition. With clear focus and determination, Pele is looking forward to 2025, where he aims to continue his success and deliver even more impressive results. His achievements inspire both our students and the entire team to train with passion and conviction.<\/p>\n<h3>Celebrate the Holidays in the Spirit of Martial Arts<\/h3>\n<p>As 2024 comes to an end, we want to wish everyone\u2014our students, families, and supporters\u2014a <strong>Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year<\/strong>! The upcoming year, <strong>2025<\/strong>, is a perfect time to continue your martial arts journey or start training in one of the disciplines we offer:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Wing Chun<\/strong>: A sophisticated and effective self-defense system.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ)<\/strong>: Focused on grappling, control, and submissions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Escrima<\/strong>: The art of Filipino stick fighting.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Qi Gong<\/strong>: A powerful practice to cultivate health and energy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jing Wu Kids<\/strong>: Our unique Kids Kung Fu program that combines discipline, confidence, and fun.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether you want to deepen your skills or start a new chapter in martial arts, we are here to guide you every step of the way.<\/p>\n<h3>Holiday Closure and Exciting Kids Training Camps<\/h3>\n<p>Please note that our academy in Amsterdam will be closed from <strong>Monday, December 23, to Sunday, January 5<\/strong> for the holidays. Regular classes will resume on <strong>Monday, January 6<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>For our youngest martial artists, we are excited to announce <strong>two special Kids Training Camps<\/strong>! These camps provide a fun and active way for kids to learn new skills, stay engaged, and have fun with their peers during the holiday season. Details about the camps can be found on our <strong>Events Page<\/strong>\u2014don\u2019t miss this fantastic opportunity for your children!<\/p>\n<h3>A Great Year Ahead<\/h3>\n<p>As we celebrate this holiday season, we are filled with gratitude for our incredible martial arts community. Let\u2019s make <strong>2025<\/strong> a year of growth, resilience, and mastery in all aspects of our training. Whether you are interested in self-defense, physical fitness, or personal development, our diverse programs offer something for everyone!<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy the holidays, stay safe, and we\u2019ll see you back on the mats in 2025!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sifu Benno Wai on the Cover of a Global Wing Chun Magazine! 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