ONLINE ACADEMY
At the heart of our academy is a deep and immersive curriculum in Internal Wing Chun. This refined system combines rooted internal development, meditative precision, and real-time instructor guidance. A complete digital pathway for those seeking authentic transformation in the internal martial arts.
About the Curriculum
- Weekly structured lessons with downloadable training resources for guided home practice.
- Specialised Nei Gong to develop structure (The Frame), awareness, and Hei (Qi) to acquire real internal power.
- Specialised Qi Gong, through cultivation routines designed to build stamina, resilience, and longevity.
- Deep training in Sung (鬆) and Ting (聽) to cultivate true release, relaxation, sensitivity, and refined internal skill.
- Learn the development of Real Jyu Ging (諸勁) and Taan Ging (彈勁) to elevate your Chi Sau, Gwo Sao and Lat Sao.
- Cultivation of Hei (Qi) to develop Real sticking and seizing skills to up your skill in Chi Sao, Gwo Sao and Lat Sao.
- Ancient cultivation methods preserved through what is believed to be one of the oldest surviving Wing Chun lineages, the Snake & Crane Wing Chun lineage of Grandmaster Law Tai Wan, who recorded the Secret Note in 1890.
- Cultivation of San, Yi, and Hei (Shen, Yi, Qi), aligning spirit, intent, and energy into a unified internal system.
- Learn the Siu Nim Tau, Chum Kiu and Biu Tze, from the moment of their creation in 1855s, passed down in a direct line from - Law Man Gung - Law Tai Wan - Law Ting Chau - Law Chiu Wing - Students in HK and Canada who passed the art on to Sifu Sergio Iadarola and Sifu Yuri Morelli
Complete 1700s / 1800s curriculum
This syllabus represents the practical training methods that are embedded throughout the course lessons, developing real internal power, structural integrity, and functional skill through continuous practice.
- Specialised Hei Gung, Noi Gung, Gei Bun Gung ( Qì Gōng, Nèi Gōng and Jīběn Gōng )
- Jaam Jong / Zhàn Zhuāng (Standing Practice) for structure, rooting, awareness, and cultivating Hei / Qi
- Daan Tin / Dān Tián development exercises for functional Jyu Ging / Zhū Jìn , Taan Ging / Tán Jìn - The real internal power as recorded in the Secret Note written in the 1890
- Methods to sink the Hei / Qi naturally, mobilise it and make it ready for use in Chi Sao, Gwo Sao and Lat Sao ( Chī Shǒu, Guò Shǒu, Shuǎi Shǒu )
- Si Lik / Shì Lì (internal force) exercises to develop connection and transmission of power
- Specialised exercises to develop Ting / Tīng (listening), Faa / Huà (transforming), Naa / Ná (seizing), Faat / Fā (issuing) and Nim / Nián (sticking)
- Foundational Snake Body & Crane Limbs training for internal movement, correct shape and powerful force generation
- Snake Engine striking for effective power at any distance with the same internal force (Ging / Jin)
- In depth study of Chi Sao, Luk Sao, Gwo Sao ( Chī Shǒu, Guò Shǒu, Shuǎi Shǒu ) - all based on the principles and concepts as explained in the secret note recorded in the 1890
- Learn the Siu Nim Tau, Chum Kiu and Biu Tze, from the moment of their creation in 1855s based on the secret note recorded in the 1890 by Snake & Crane Wing Chun GM Law Tai Wan
- Red Palm
- Bone marrow washing Sai Seoi Ging / Xǐ Suǐ Jīng
- Internalise the Kuen Kuit (fist poems), understanding both their overt and hidden meanings
These principles are taught implicitly and explicitly within every lesson, guiding how all techniques, drills, and partner work are performed and understood.
- Sung / Sōng – deep relaxation without collapse
- Ting / Tīng – advanced sensitivity and internal listening skill
- The principle of using Jyu Ging / Zhū Jìn (the special internal force used in 1800s Wing Chun), Taan Ging / Tán Jìn (springing force) and not Lik / Lì (brute muscular force)
- Detachement - discover how every limb can function independently without losing its connection to the body's unified center, creating effortless adaptability and freedom of movement.When the mind ceases to cling and the body ceases to resist, every part becomes free to act spontaneously, without disturbing the harmony of the whole
- Transforming the body into a unified vessel capable of receiving and issuing force without conflict
- Correct use and mastering of the Ji / Yì (intention and attention) – Learn to command movement through conscious intent and deep attention rather than muscular force, the hallmark of authentic internal martial arts
- Discover how Ging / Jin is cultivated, stored, transmitted, and expressed through the entire body as one integrated system, driven by one specialised engine
- Understand the inseparable relationship between structure, breath, awareness, and intention that lies at the heart of classical internal practice
- Internal alignment for Chi Sao, Gwo Sao and Lat Sao ( Chī Shǒu, Guò Shǒu, Shuǎi Shǒu ) progression
- The unique principles and concepts of Snake & Crane Wing Chun, based on the secret note recorded in the 1890 by GM Law Tai Wan
- From Form to Principle, transcending technique to understand the timeless laws that gave birth to probably the oldest Wing Chun lineage
This aspect of training unfolds naturally over time through consistent practice following the instructions given during the course, preserving traditional methods passed down through ancestral Wing Chun arts.
- Noi Daan / Nèi Dān (internal alchemical) training
- Cultivation of San, Ji, and Hei (Shén, Yì, Qì)
- Internal routines for health, longevity, and vitality
- Ancient cultivation methods from Wing Chun ancestor arts - Emei Shi Er Zhuang and Fujian White Crane
- Refining awareness, spirit, and intent through internal practice
- Long term progression from foundational work to advanced internal skill
Growth is a lifelong journey built upon discipline, humility, perseverance, and continuous learning. Our system is structured into four progressive stages, each representing a deeper level of understanding, technical ability, character, and responsibility. Each stage is divided into multiple levels, allowing students to progress through clearly defined milestones. Advancement through each level is earned through consistent training, demonstrated proficiency, personal development, and a commitment to the values and traditions of the school.
Apprentice: The Apprentice stage establishes the foundation of the journey. Students learn the essential principles of the art through disciplined practice, respect for tradition, and a willingness to learn. The focus is on developing strong fundamentals, proper habits, and the mindset of a lifelong student. Progression through the Apprentice levels reflects increasing competence and confidence in the core curriculum.
Intermediate: The Intermediate stage builds upon the foundation established as an Apprentice. As students advance through the Intermediate levels, they refine their technical skills, improve their understanding of principles, and learn to apply techniques with greater precision and adaptability. This stage encourages analytical thinking, consistency, and growing independence in training.
Advanced: The Advanced stage represents a high degree of technical proficiency and personal maturity. Through its progressive levels, students demonstrate leadership, self-discipline, and a deeper understanding of both the physical and philosophical aspects of the art. Advanced students are expected to lead by example, assist in the development of others, and continue refining their own knowledge with humility.
Elite & Disciple: The Elite, or Disciple, stage is reserved for those who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, character, loyalty, and commitment to the school’s values and lineage. Like the preceding stages, it contains progressive levels that reflect continued growth in knowledge, responsibility, and service. Entry into this stage is not based solely on technical achievement. Candidates must first be accepted through the Bai See Ceremony, a traditional rite of acceptance that formally recognizes the student as a disciple. Through this ceremony, the disciple enters the school’s inner lineage, affirming a lifelong commitment to preserve its teachings, uphold its traditions, and embody its principles with integrity both inside and outside the training hall.
Master: The final Close Door teachings and the deepest immersion into the esoteric levels of the art. Training focuses on the energetic foundation—cultivating Shen, refining Yi, and harmonizing Qi—bringing internal understanding and external skill into unity.
Grandmaster: Beyond mastery lies legacy. The Grandmaster level is not about learning more techniques, but about embodying the art and ensuring its survival for generations to come.
Inside the Institute
At the Eternal Spring Institute, students are guided through a structured and progressive training system consisting of multiple levels: Apprentice, Intermediate, Advanced, Elite, and Disciple. Upon reaching the Disciple level, a student may be accepted as a closed-door disciple through the traditional Bai Si (tea ceremony), signifying a formal and deeply respected commitment to the lineage.
After approximately three to four years of dedicated and intensive training, eligible students may apply for private instruction and invitation-only closed group training. These advanced studies focus on refined internal development and long-term cultivation, deepening skill through advanced Qigong and Nei Gong methods, detailed study of the Kuen Kuit (fist poems), and practical applications intended to prepare students for responsible transmission.
Sifu Sergio’s Path
Sifu Sergio’s approach is shaped by decades of rigorous training across Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, Singapore, New Zealand, and Canada, blended with modern insights gained through sustained practice and deep personal exploration. His teaching method bridges classical tradition with contemporary understanding, allowing students to cultivate authentic internal strength, refined awareness, and lasting self-mastery in a way that is both traditional and highly functional.
Structure of the Program
The Eternal Spring Institute offers a complete internal Wing Chun training pathway, meticulously designed to guide practitioners through the deepest layers of classical skill.
Internal Snake & Crane Wing Chun
The 1700s/1800s Curriculum
The Official 1700s / 1800s Internal Wing Chun Curriculum at the Eternal Spring Institute presents the complete progression of some of the key cultivation methods of the ancestral systems Fujian White Crane and Emei Shi Er Zhuang as preserved from the 18th and 19th centuries all the way through to the lineage of the late Grandmaster Law Tai Wan who recorded the secret note of Snake Crane Wing Chun in 1890.
This comprehensive training pathway guides students through the classical evolution of the art, revealing the original internal methods, principles, and forms that laid the foundation for modern Wing Chun. As students advance through the curriculum, they are introduced to the earliest versions of the forms that later became widely recognised throughout the Wing Chun world, including:
- Ancient set Siu Lin Tau
- Siu Nim Tau
- Chum Kiu
- Biu Tze
Designed for practitioners seeking complete immersion, this extended curriculum provides a structured journey through every stage of the traditional Snake Crane Wing Chun system. Students develop the internal skills, body mechanics, concepts, principles, and classical forms that have been faithfully preserved within this historic lineage, offering a rare opportunity to study Wing Chun as it was originally transmitted.
1700 / 1800 Internal Wing Chun
For many years, students have been led to believe that it takes 20 years or more to develop high-level internal skill. In some cases, higher internal methods were deliberately withheld by teachers out of fear that students might surpass them. This misconception and tactics can now be laid to rest.
Through the official Eternal Spring Institute 1700/1800 Internal Wing Chun Online Curriculum, Sifu Sergio Pascal Iadarola guides students through the exact internal cultivation process required to reach levels of internal development that once seemed unattainable. The program includes precise, detailed instruction in some cultivation methods from Wing Chun ancestor systems Fujian White Crane and Emei Shi Er Zhuang as well as the Ancient 1790 Siu Lin Tau set (training of the little details set) as well as the first versions of the three-set format of Siu Nim Tau, Chum Kiu, and Biu Tze from the mid-1800s.
After decades of research and lessons in the Wing Chun ancestor systems, Sifu Sergio resurrected the Ancient Siu Lin Tau set according to the Kuen Kuit working closely with some of his internal teachers to restore it precisely according to the Kuen Kuit. In parallel, with his colleague Sifu Yuri Morelli, he systemised the 1800’s syllabus of the first versions of the Siu Nim Tau, Chum Kiu, and Biu Tze based on the Snake Crane Wing Chun lineage of Law Tai Wan and the secret notes recorded by Law Tai Wan in 1890.
Sifu Sergio Pascal Iadarola studied Snake Crane Wing Chun under one of the early students of Sifu Law Chiu Wing of the 60’s and early 70’s while Sifu Yuri Morelli studied with a student of Law Chiu Wing of the late 70’s and 80’s.
"The internal martial arts is all about Mastering Body, Mind and Energy."
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