Jacques Li has been practicing martial arts for 38 years. Adept of Wushu and Wing Chun, these disciplines are not only defense techniques for him, but a philosophy, a life hygiene.
As long as he can remember, Jacques has always practiced martial arts. “At the age of 12, I was already a Wushu practitioner. At 19, I started Wing Chun. It was Samuel Kwok who introduced me to it when I was in England during my student years. I then continued my training in Hong Kong with IP Man’s son – the one who helped popularize Wing Chun around the world.
Training several times a week, Wushu and Wing Chun are an integral part of his life: “When you take up martial arts, it is not only to defend yourself in a possible fight. But, it has above all a philosophical and spiritual dimension. If one takes up martial arts just because one wants to practice a combat sport, then the adept has understood nothing.
Very socially committed, Jacques also dedicates a good part of his time to the most vulnerable: “I also do a lot of volunteer work, notably through the United Chinese Association. Together we work for the well-being of all communities. We regularly distribute food to the vulnerable in the Port-Louis area when it is not toys for the holidays. I am always ready to help.”
