10/06/2026
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Grandmaster Sunny Tang, “Si Gong.”
Si Gong’s impact reached far beyond those he taught directly. He was instrumental in bringing greater visibility to Wing Chun, dedicating decades to teaching, developing and sharing the art, and helping establish its presence in Canada and around the world.
As my brother Roy’s Sifu, Si Gong fundamentally changed the way Roy understood martial arts, opening his mind to a deeper and broader understanding of Wing Chun and what the art was capable of. That understanding would shape Roy’s relationship with the art for the rest of his life and, in turn, much of what has been passed on at Centreline.
That kind of influence travels. From teacher to student, and then from one generation to the next, ideas continue to develop and find new expression. Si Gong’s legacy lives not only through those he taught, but through the many practitioners and teachers who continue to carry his influence forward.
We are deeply grateful for his contribution to Wing Chun and for the role he played in our own journey.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, his students, and the entire Sunny Tang Wing Chun community.
Rest in peace, Si Gong.
—Jenny Domingues
