The International Gung Fu & Healing Center Botswana (IGFHC) is led by SiTaiGung (Grandmaster) Shu Wai Chung, widely known as Grandmaster Scott, a world‑renowned martial artist, Tai Chi and Qigong master, and international authority in traditional Shaolin and Wudang Chinese Martial Arts.
Grandmaster Scott is a World Wushu Champion, a multi‑time international gold medalist coach, and Botswana’s official representative to the International Wushu Federation. With over three decades of training, teaching, and competition experience, he has founded and led martial arts institutions across the United States, the Caribbean, and Africa, establishing a legacy rooted in discipline, cultural authenticity, and ethical training through WUDE (martial morality).
Under his leadership, IGFHC has become home to Botswana’s only internationally recognized multi‑gold‑medalist Chinese Martial Arts team, qualifying athletes for world competitions in China. Beyond competition, Grandmaster Scott is the creator of the GONTSE Movement, a specialized women’s self‑defence and personal protection program approved and recommended by Gender‑Based Violence prevention stakeholders in Botswana.
IGFHC reflects Grandmaster Scott’s core mission: to use martial arts as a tool for health, self‑protection, character development, and community upliftment, welcoming children (7+), adults, seniors, and the elderly into a disciplined, respectful, and supportive training environment.
Self-Defense Workshop Botswana
The Gontse Initiative Institute delivers practical, high-impact Self-Defense Workshops designed to empower individuals, strengthen communities, and build confidence through proven personal safety and self-protection strategies.
Led by Laoshi Shu Wai Chung (Scott), these interactive workshops equip participants with practical knowledge, situational awareness skills, confidence-building techniques, and self-defense fundamentals that can be applied in real-world situations.
The program is designed primarily for girls and women but can also be customised for schools, NGOs, youth organisations, community groups, workplaces, churches, government departments, and corporate teams.
Empower People. Build Safer Communities.
Personal safety begins long before a physical confrontation occurs.
Participants learn how to recognise potential threats, avoid dangerous situations, establish healthy boundaries, de-escalate conflict, and take appropriate action when necessary.
This workshop combines practical training with mental preparedness to help participants become safer, more confident, and more resilient.
Workshop Focus Areas
Participants learn:
Self-Defense Fundamentals
Personal Safety Awareness
Situational Awareness
Boundary Setting and De-escalation
Practical Self-Defense Techniques
Escape Strategies
Confidence Building
Mental Strength and Resilience
Personal Risk Management
Every workshop is interactive, practical, and designed to deliver skills that can be applied immediately.
Who Is This Workshop For?
This workshop is ideal for:
Schools and educational institutions
NGOs and community organisations
Youth groups
Women’s organisations
Faith-based organisations
Corporate teams
Government departments
Community safety programmes
Sports clubs and youth development initiatives
Workshops can be tailored to different audiences, age groups, organisational objectives, and group sizes.
Workshop Packages
Budget / Community Rate
P8,000 – P12,000
Ideal for:
Community groups
NGOs
Schools
Youth organisations
Standard Corporate / School Rate
P15,000 – P20,000
Ideal for:
Corporate teams
Companies
Professional organisations
Educational institutions
Premium Corporate Rate
P25,000 – P35,000
Includes:
Advanced workshop delivery
Participant handouts
Certificates of participation
Follow-up resources
Additional support and guidance
Workshop content can be customised to suit specific organisational needs.
What’s Included
Expert instruction by Laoshi Shu Wai Chung (Scott)
Practical and engaging training
Interactive learning activities
Real-world self-defense concepts
Participant take-home resources
Certificate of participation (optional)
Post-workshop support and guidance (optional)
Why Organizations Choose This Workshop
Organisations increasingly recognise the importance of providing participants with practical safety knowledge and confidence-building tools.
Benefits include:
Improved personal safety awareness
Enhanced confidence and self-belief
Better situational awareness
Increased resilience and preparedness
Stronger decision-making skills
Safer schools, workplaces, and communities
Meet the Facilitator
Laoshi Shu Wai Chung (Scott)
Laoshi Scott is a respected Gung Fu Grandmaster, wellness instructor, mentor, and community advocate with decades of experience in martial arts instruction, leadership development, wellness education, and community empowerment.
Through the Gontse Initiative Institute, Laoshi Scott works to equip individuals and communities with practical skills that promote safety, confidence, responsibility, and personal growth.
Protect. Empower. Excel.
The Gontse Initiative Institute is committed to helping people develop the confidence, awareness, and practical skills needed to navigate modern challenges safely and effectively.
Stronger Individuals. Stronger Families. Stronger Communities. A Safer Botswana.
Request a Workshop Proposal
This listing is for workshop enquiries and proposal requests.
Workshop pricing depends on:
Audience type
Group size
Location
Workshop objectives
Customisation requirements
To discuss your organisation’s needs and receive a tailored proposal, contact:
Laoshi Shu Wai Chung (Scott)
Phone: +267 7284 2926
Email: gungfuyogaandhealingcenter@gmail.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this workshop only for women and girls?
The programme specialises in empowering girls and women while remaining suitable for schools, youth groups, community organisations, workplaces, and mixed audiences.
Can workshops be customised?
Yes. Content can be adapted to suit schools, NGOs, corporate teams, government departments, churches, and community groups.
How long is the workshop?
Standard workshops are approximately two hours, although customised formats can be arranged.
Are certificates available?
Certificates of participation can be included as part of selected workshop packages.
Is this a physical self-defense course?
The workshop covers practical self-defense techniques while also focusing heavily on prevention, awareness, boundary setting, de-escalation, confidence building, and personal safety.
How do I book?
Contact Laoshi Shu Wai Chung (Scott) directly to discuss requirements and receive a customised proposal.
