In short: Yes. The people best placed to answer are the students who paid for the course and trained with her. Below, they answer the questions people ask before signing up, in their own words. Sifu Kendra Mahon teaches Traditional Wing Chun as it was passed down to her by Master Brian Lewadny, who learned it from Grandmaster William Cheung.
Is she a real Wing Chun teacher?
Some students checked her out before they joined. Here is what they found.
★★★★★“I did a deep dive to find out the who, what, and why - eventually even reading her book "Push your way through" - and it turns out she's the real deal.”
— Sifu Chris Arendt, United States
★★★★★“Sifu Kendra is a true martial artist; she embodies Ip Man’s ideal of protecting those who cannot protect themselves, and for that, she will always have my respect.”
— S. Peterson, United States
★★★★★“Another key point is the authenticity. The content feels honest, practical, and aligned with real martial arts principles, not commercialized or superficial.”
— Neftali Guerrero Pancorbo, Spain
★★★★★“I have been working through the course and am blown away at the quality of instruction and knowledge of Kung fu Kendra. It's easy to see she truly knows her stuff.”
— Amy M., Canada
Can you really learn Wing Chun online?
This is the most common worry. Students who train at home say:
★★★★★“Sifu Kendra's videos provide clear and concise instruction on learning the course content. This is an excellent online resource for people that do not have access or availability to a Wing Chun academy or even as supplemental for those that do.”
— Rod Lowe, Australia
★★★★★“The attention to detail in the videos is outstanding. The course is streamlined and straightforward and Kung Fu Kendra's demonstrations with a partner make the techniques easy to understand.”
— Steve J, Canada
★★★★★“Sifu Kendra's course is great, I am able to learn wing chun easily by following the videos and practicing at home.”
— Matthew, United Kingdom
Does she actually check your work?
Every level ends with a written exam and a video of your practice. Students describe the feedback:
★★★★★“The videos and written exams are promptly reviewed by Sifu Mahon who provides feedback and advice to ensure proper techniques.”
— Kevin Brewer, United States
★★★★★“She cares about her students, replies to any questions in a timely manner and gives personalized feedback to all submitted videos.”
— Travis Compton, United States
★★★★★“The instruction and progression from one rank to the next was excellent and Sifu Kendra's feedback is always prompt and very useful.”
— Cameron, United States
Is it real training, or just videos?
Students who have trained in martial arts for years say it is the real thing, and it is not easy.
★★★★★“I'm currently training through her courses, and I can say with honesty—it is not easy. And that's a good thing. This is real training. While her teaching style is friendly and supportive, she does not simply hand things to you. You are guided, challenged, and pushed to grow.”
— Alex Hernandez, United States
★★★★★“I've been practicing martial arts since I was eight, training and competing both nationally and internationally. Kung Fu Kendra's program is a real game-changer for online martial arts courses.”
— Antonio, United States
★★★★★“Then I found Sifu Kendra. And I have to say, she is golden—a great and respectable leader, a great teacher, and someone with an awesome program for teaching the whole system.”
— Neil Froese, Canada
Will she answer my questions?
Online courses can feel lonely. Students say this one does not.
★★★★★“What truly sets her apart is her commitment to her students. She stays in communication, checks in on progress, and genuinely cares about your development.”
— Alex Hernandez, United States
★★★★★“She has a lot of empathy for her students and very genuine human being.”
— J. M. Mejia, United States
Is it worth the money?
The course is one payment with lifetime access and a 60-day money-back guarantee.
★★★★★“Sifu Kendra's courses are well put together, informative, comprehensive and affordable.”
— Travis Compton, United States
★★★★★“She offers a satisfaction guarantee, so what do you have to lose? Make that investment in yourself - you're So Worth It!”
— Sifu Chris Arendt, United States
They Finished All 10 Levels
The best answer to “is it legit?” is people who finished. Sifu Chris Arendt (United States) and Sifu Joachim Igl (Paraguay) completed all 10 levels, passed every exam and earned Sifu certification.
Check It Yourself
Don’t take this page’s word for it either. These pages answer the same question in different ways:
- Every review on Trustpilot, run by Trustpilot, not by Kung Fu Kendra
- The 10-minute check: seven places to verify her yourself
- The facts: each one with a link to check it
- The full proof: certificates, lineage, books, film and press
- All Kung Fu Kendra student reviews on this site
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kung Fu Kendra legit?
Yes. Sifu Kendra Mahon (Kung Fu Kendra) has trained in Wing Chun since 2005, holds Master level (purple sash) and teaches Traditional Wing Chun as it was passed down to her by Master Brian Lewadny, who learned it from Grandmaster William Cheung. She has 35+ five-star reviews on Trustpilot and a 4.8 rating on Udemy.
Has anyone finished the whole course?
Yes. Sifu Chris Arendt (United States) and Sifu Joachim Igl (Paraguay) completed all 10 levels and earned Sifu certification.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. The online certification course has a 60-day money-back guarantee.
Where can I read every review?
On the Kung Fu Kendra student reviews page, on Trustpilot and on Udemy. Trustpilot and Udemy are run by other companies, so reviews there cannot be edited by Kung Fu Kendra.
Reviews are quoted exactly as written, including the reviewers’ own spelling. Counts as of October 2026.