WINSTON CHONG, moved to Cape Town, his hometown at the age of eleven. Winston Chong received the martial arts title of Sibak and he’s fighting nickname became the “Tiger representing his strength as well as his gracefulness.
In 1993 Winston Chong worked alongside his brother Sifu Quentin Chong where he assisted in the launching of the Dragon Power Kwoon. In a Kwoon there may only be one master, Sifu, therefore putting truth to Winston’s title as Sibak as the older assistant master.
The Dragon Power Kwoon inspired Winston to travel to Thailand where he trained Muaythai under the experienced head trainer of the World Muaythai Council (WMC) camp Koh Samui, Manop Masweichen(Nong).
in 1998 the WMC acknowledged his qualification in full Muaythai techniques aswell as sports and strength training. After further extensive training Winston Chong earned the title of Superfight Champion in Chaweng Stadium, Koh Sumui.
Winston Chong returned to South Africa where he continued his role as Sibak at the Dragon Power Kwoon, which had now expanded to larger premises in Green Point, Cape Town. Winston helped train his brother Sifu Quentin “Dragon” Chong through his intensive training to defend Quentin’s title of World Muaythai Champion, which he no doubt achieved.
In 2003 Winston challenged himself to become part of the “Power Team” which consisted of ten people attempting to set a new world record for pulling a double decker bus without stopping, over a 5.5km stretch with a one hour time limit. Which the team achieved.
He began assisting in training the South African Muaythai team.
He continues doing fitness training with top models and athletes such as Tanit Phoenix who is South Africa’s international fashion model, actress, and makeup artist and Sarah Poewe who is an Olympic breaststroke swimmer who has competed internationally for both South Africa and Germany. At the age of 14, she made her international debut at the 1997 Pan Pacific Championships.
Winston constantly gives back to the local community, training underprivileged kids from the Amy Biehl foundation.
Winston Chong has appeared on TV advertisements for Hyundai and Motorola. He has also appeared in films such as “Wake of Death”, “Black Sails” which was released in 2014 as well as Cold Harbour as Yu Nan’s bodyguard. Yu Nan appeared as the Main Actress On expendables 2.
He has also been on Expresso breakfast show as a Muay Thai trainer in 2011 and recently featured on #LeighLive radio.
Winston has filmed alongside his brother Quentin as well as international actors such as Jean Claude Van Damme and Simon Yam.
He featured in a movie called El Diesel as the Muay tai Fighter on the last scene released on the 22 of August 2018 in Egypt Cinemas.
Further shoots include:
Netstar TVC - SA - 2021
Professor Yamashita - Theodore Roosevelt Series - 2020
United Charter Services - Stills - 2020
MMM Campaign - Social Media - SA - 2019
AXA - INTERNATIONAL TVC - USA - 2019
Winston’s dedication, attention to detail, passion and commitment to his roles, makes him a firm favourite with directors on action packed film sets.
Herewith links to some of his work:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHiYr0a9AdU
WINSTON CHONG, moved to Cape Town, his hometown at the age of eleven. Winston Chong received the martial arts title of Sibak and he’s fighting nickname became the “Tiger representing his strength as well as his gracefulness.
In 1993 Winston Chong worked alongside his brother Sifu Quentin Chong where he assisted in the launching of the Dragon Power Kwoon. In a Kwoon there may only be one master, Sifu, therefore putting truth to Winston’s title as Sibak as the older assistant master.
The Dragon Power Kwoon inspired Winston to travel to Thailand where he trained Muaythai under the experienced head trainer of the World Muaythai Council (WMC) camp Koh Samui, Manop Masweichen(Nong).
in 1998 the WMC acknowledged his qualification in full Muaythai techniques aswell as sports and strength training. After further extensive training Winston Chong earned the title of Superfight Champion in Chaweng Stadium, Koh Sumui.
Winston Chong returned to South Africa where he continued his role as Sibak at the Dragon Power Kwoon, which had now expanded to larger premises in Green Point, Cape Town. Winston helped train his brother Sifu Quentin “Dragon” Chong through his intensive training to defend Quentin’s title of World Muaythai Champion, which he no doubt achieved.
In 2003 Winston challenged himself to become part of the “Power Team” which consisted of ten people attempting to set a new world record for pulling a double decker bus without stopping, over a 5.5km stretch with a one hour time limit. Which the team achieved.
He began assisting in training the South African Muaythai team.
He continues doing fitness training with top models and athletes such as Tanit Phoenix who is South Africa’s international fashion model, actress, and makeup artist and Sarah Poewe who is an Olympic breaststroke swimmer who has competed internationally for both South Africa and Germany. At the age of 14, she made her international debut at the 1997 Pan Pacific Championships.
Winston constantly gives back to the local community, training underprivileged kids from the Amy Biehl foundation.
Winston Chong has appeared on TV advertisements for Hyundai and Motorola. He has also appeared in films such as “Wake of Death”, “Black Sails” which was released in 2014 as well as Cold Harbour as Yu Nan’s bodyguard. Yu Nan appeared as the Main Actress On expendables 2.
He has also been on Expresso breakfast show as a Muay Thai trainer in 2011 and recently featured on #LeighLive radio.
Winston has filmed alongside his brother Quentin as well as international actors such as Jean Claude Van Damme and Simon Yam.
He featured in a movie called El Diesel as the Muay tai Fighter on the last scene released on the 22 of August 2018 in Egypt Cinemas.
Further shoots include:
Netstar TVC - SA - 2021
Professor Yamashita - Theodore Roosevelt Series - 2020
United Charter Services - Stills - 2020
MMM Campaign - Social Media - SA - 2019
AXA - INTERNATIONAL TVC - USA - 2019
Winston’s dedication, attention to detail, passion and commitment to his roles, makes him a firm favourite with directors on action packed film sets.
Herewith links to some of his work:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHiYr0a9AdU
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