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CHEUNG'S DEFENSIVE TACTICS
(C.D.T.)

ABOUT US

Established in 1973, Cheung's Defensive Tactics (CDT) has developed into one of the world's  leading organisations for specialized defence, tactical, and combat-readiness training.  Over the past five decades, CDT  has trained  hundreds of thousands of studets worldwide, including elite military units, law-enforcement agencies, private security teams,  professional fighters and high-profile entertainment industry clients.

CDT was established with a clear mission:  to develop effective, practical and modern defene skills that empower individuals and enhance operational safety.  Our programs combine traditional martial principles with advanced tactical methodologies, creating a comprehensive system suitable for real-world environments.

With a global network of certified instructors and training partners, we offer customised trainng solutions, including:

  • Military and law enforcement defensive tactics

  • Close quarter combat (CQC) and operational readiness training

  • Personal safety and self defence systems

  • Leadership and team-based tactical programs

  • Specialized courses tailored to high-risk professions

Our commitment to excellence, safety and innovation has made CDT a recognized leader in defence education.  We continue to evolve our methods to meet modern challenges while maintaining the integrity and values on which our organisation was built.

At Cheung's Defensive Tactics, our legacy is strength, our focus is discipline and our mission is to prepare every trainee for real-world success.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WORLDWIDE TRAINING ENGAGEMENTS
 

  • Conducted Hand to Hand Combat in Special Task Force (STF), Sri Lanka

  • Conducted Hand to Hand Combat training for the Sri Lanka Naval Forces

  • Conducted Hand to Hand Combat training for Sri Lanka Navy SEALs (SBS)

  • Delivered Police and Military Tactics training for Abu Dhabi Police Forces, UAE

  • Presented a lecture at the FBI Active Shooter Executive Law Enforcement Conference - FBI, USA

  • Delivered a lecture on Psychological Changes in High-Stress Incidents - Firearms Safety and Tactics Faciity, USA

  • Conducted a Hand-to-Hand Combat seminar in Greece

  • Conducted Diplomatic/VIP Protection training in Hostile Environments - Firearms Safety and Tactics Facility, USA

  • Delivered a leadership and team-building lecture for Law Enforcement at State Police Training Academy - Department of Public Safety, USA

  • Consultant for UNODC - Organized Criminal Networks linked with Drug Trafficking in the Eastern Indian Ocean Region

  • Conducted lectures and presentations on knowledge sharing, global terrorism (Threat Analysis) and SL Counter Terrorism and Special Operations at the Terrorism Analysis Course (TATC) in Singapore

  • Managed Security for the England Cricket Team in Sri Lanka​​

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MASTER ANDREW CHEUNG

  • President of the Global Traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu Federation

  • Son of the Grandmaster William Cheung - prominent Grandmaster of the Traditional Wing Chun
    Kung Fu system

  • His lineage traces back to Yip Man and Bruce Lee via William Cheung

  • United States of America Department of State VIP/Diplomat Protection Certified

  • Unarmed Combat Military Training Specialist

SIFU DON TIRAN THAKSHALA - MBA

  • United States of America Department of State VIP/Diplomat Protection Certified

  • Unarmed Combat Military Training Specialist

  • Global Traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu Federation General Secretary & Middle East Co. Representative

  • Middle East Boxing Commission and World Boxing Council (WBC) - Professional Boxing Referee and Judge

  • Chin Woo Wushu Association Middle East General Secretary

  • Sri Lanka Wing Chun and Chin Woo Association International Affairs & Development Director

  • Certified Basic Urban Survival Weapons Tactician for Blunt Force, Edged and Pistol

  • Former International MMA & Kickboxing Fighter

  • Combat Wing Chun 10th Level (Instructor)

  • Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Blue Belter

  • Boxing/Kickboxing, Muay Thai Sanda Specialist 

FORMER LIEUTENANT DANIEL FAGAN

  • Former Special Operations/Police Officer/S.W.A.T Team

  • Former Realtime Trainer Abu Dhabi Police & Military

  • Former Member of Department of Rescue Team USA

  • Former United States State Department (DOS) Special Operations in Iraq/Personal Protection Detail for US Ambassador

  • Former Department of Correction

  • Firearms Safety & Tactical Operations CEO USA

FORMER COMMANDER CHATURA GAMAGE

  • Commander (SBS) Retd. SL Navy

  • Maritime Security Specialist, Security Operations Management & GIS - Remote Sensing - Map Analysis Professional

  • Software Engineer - IT Directorate/Intelligence Directorate SL Navy

  • Officer In Charge Naval contingent, peace-keeping mission, Haiti

SALEM HAMDAN AL AMERI

  • United Arab Emirates Legal Counsellor

  • Global Traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu Federation Vice President & Middle East Representative

  • Chin Woo Wushu Association Middle East President

  • Chin Woo Wushu South Asia Sanda Instructor Level Certified

ANDREW GARCIA

  • President of the MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) Association, Hawaii, USA

  • Star Elite Cage Fighting Championship USA, Chairman

  • International MMA Promoter and Match Maker

JOSE MOHAN

  • Middle East Professional Boxing Commissioner

  • World Boxing Council WBC Board of Directors

Sri Lanka Navy/Sri Lanka Navy Seals and Special Task Force

Sifu Don Tiran with the Sri Lankan Army

Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander of Dubai Police and Master Andrew Cheung in Dubai, UAE

Celebrities, Students and Professional Fighters

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