With the arrival of our Kung Fu New Year (Lunar New Year), we are eager to get ready for another exciting year for Kung Fu and Tai Chi students. As we welcome new faces, we want to remind all students about the etiquette of our kung fu school. 2026 Etiquette Six   1.    Wear school t-shirt/sash always, change into kung fu shoes inside the school, do not wear jewelry, smart watches, earbuds, or anything that distracts, is disrespectful, or could harm you or your partner during practice. Use...

Understanding how to be a student and your relationship with your teachers is very different in the outside world than that in your martial arts school (Kung Fu/Tai Chi school). Here is a clip of a lecture Master Brown gave back in the early 2000's. Although the lecture is over 25 years old, it still is very relevant in our Kung Fu/Tai Chi school today.

Tai Chi, often seen as a gentle exercise, offers much more than a calming workout. Beneath its slow and fluid movements lies a powerful practice that boosts both physical and mental health. The Essence of Tai Chi At its heart, Tai Chi is an ancient martial art from China that seamlessly blends movement with meditation and mindfulness. While many associate Tai Chi with relaxation, it serves as robust strength training that can truly transform lives. Tai Chi emphasizes balance, stability, and...