Ip studied Chinese history, philosophy, poetry, traditional music, and Buddhism.

In Hong Kong, Ip worked as an accountant and newspaper reporter in the day and practiced Wing Chun in the evening under his father's tutelage.

In accordance with his father's wishes, in 1965, Ip participated in the affairs of the Ving Tsun Athletic Association[2] and became one of its founding members when it was formally established in 1968.

[1] Ip's father died in December 1972 and entrusted the film footage of his Siu Nim Tao, Chum Kiu and Muk Yan Jong forms to his sons for posterity.

[1] Ip Chun has taught and held seminars in many cities, including countries such as Australia, England and the United States.