Wudang Kungfu Academy

"After attending Wudang academy for over a year I can confidently say that I was in the best shape of my life! My flexibility dramatically improved but also overall body connection/fitness. The chronic pain in my knee completely resolved. If you want to live a long, happy, and healthy life this is the secret! They have many different classes/styles of martial arts that can be practiced, and the masters are amazing at helping you choose the best style to fit your goals. If I had more time I would study as many styles as possible. During my time there I practiced Baguzahang (Circular Boxing), Taijiquan (Tai Chi), and Qigong. A memory that particularly stands out to me was a student who had come from New York just to study at the academy. He told me that he originally heard about it after climbing the Wudang mountain in China looking for a master to train him in the original Wudang Sword Style. He was able to find a master, but the man told him to come to Seattle, WA and study at Wudang academy! This demonstrates the authenticity to their teachings which draw direct lineage to the old masters of Chinese Kung Fu. I originally attended the academy several years ago, before my life became extremely busy and I moved to Chicago. I plan to move back to the area some day and Wudang academy is at the top of my list for activities to prioritize. If I have kids someday, I plan on taking them to the academy. I hope that in the future I will be able to make time to attend again. If my review piques your interest, please attend, and learn more in person. I am a humble student and am no doubt not fully representing the amazing nature of this academy so please go check it out for yourself! -Steven"

"I've been training in martial art for 10 years before stumbling upon this school 12 years ago and have not left since. The two instructors are trained in one of the most well known Wudang lineages in China and have dedicated their lives fully to the study of this ancient art. What makes this school special is the focus on the practical applications without sacrificing the preservation of the forms passed down from centuries past. It is very rare to find instructors these days who master all three major internal martial art styles: Taiji (Tai chi), Xingyi and Bagua. One of the reviewer says this school pushes for sport competition and I just have to chuckle. I've competed in quite a few major competitions in the U.S. and there were times I was advised not to compete because my instructor thought I was ill prepared. If competition is your thing though, the instructors will be there for your training, and the caliber of this school will help you to come out on the top, but there is absolutely no pressure to compete. Health is also another major focus of this school, and one of the gems is the qigong class. The benefits of qigong have long been studied, and the qigong forms taught at this school are aligned with TCM research with no wild claims or woo-woo practices. Qigong brings my body back to balance after a stressful day in the office and is something I can practice even when I'm too old to kick and punch."

"A number of years ago, I was sent to Tangshan (a city in China) for a year and a half to train specifically in two things: Mandarin Chinese and Wu Shu martial arts. During the day I would go to school, and in the afternoon and night, I would train. When I think back to those times, I still remember what my shifu (teacher) was like, both his physical prowess – the speed, power, and grace of his movements – as well as the kindness and warmth he showed to others as a friend and mentor. I have been to numerous martial arts studios in America since. But I have never been reminded so much of my shifu and my training in China until I studied for a summer under Master Chang and Dr. Lu. When I see them demonstrate and apply their knowledge, it is blatantly obvious to me that they’ve gathered, learned, and mastered years of intense, authentic training from shifus like the one I remember. Perhaps more importantly, they do so while extending incredible character and sincerity to their students. I cannot help but give them my tremendous respect and admiration. There’s not much else that can be said. They are undoubtedly capable as teachers to students of any level, from beginners to professional martial arts athletes, and are masters of the art in and of themselves. There are biographies and videos of them are online as well, so the curious reader can take a look if they’re interested. But don’t simply read, I earnestly encourage you to meet them and take a class in person. You can be new to everything, or a veteran, but you will not be disappointed."

"Second to None this school's Master's are. If you have the Heart, sincerity and diligence you will find that what is offered at this school is priceless. What a Honor it is to learn and dedicate the rest of my life to Mastering the disciplines that are taught here. No need to go to Wudang Mountain, because authentic actual Wudang is right here in Seattle! Such a Honor! What a Blessing!"