If your only exposure to martial arts is through action movies, you might think that their main purpose is fighting and violence. You may think that there's not much difference between different styles, like karate and jiu jitsu and tae kwon do. You may even think that it's all about getting to a black belt as fast as you can.
But that's not accurate. And at Kung Fu for Life, located near the 39 Ave C-Train station just off Macleod Trail in Calgary, Alberta, we teach more than just martial arts. We teach a versatile discipline with many benefits for your physical and mental health. We teach mindfulness, respect, self-control, determination, and so much more.
But that's not accurate. And at Kung Fu for Life, located near the 39 Ave C-Train station just off Macleod Trail in Calgary, Alberta, we teach more than just martial arts. We teach a versatile discipline with many benefits for your physical and mental health. We teach mindfulness, respect, self-control, determination, and so much more.
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Grand Master D. Piercey has a Red Belt and holds a White Sash (or Grand Master) rank. He is also a 9th degree Black Belt. Grand Master D. Piercey began his martial arts mastery by first studying Tae Kwon Do under Master Chong Lee. He then took up Kung Fu training and Wing Chun studies under the tutelage of Master Lee Pai.
Kung Fu For Life was created to improve YOUR LIFE. We believe that when Kung Fu training is done properly, it greatly improves every aspect of your life. The first thing you will start to notice is an increase in your strength, stamina, and flexibility. There will be dramatic increases your mind/body connection.
The definition of Kung Fu is "Skill and Art" or "Excellence Through Training" which could technically be applied to anything in your life. If you put your all into doing the task at hand. When you think of martial arts today you may be thinking of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) which has been popularized in the media by the UFC and the reality show The Ultimate Fighter.
The Art is a lot about personal mastery. The more I give to the art the more I receive. I came to learn self-defence and have been awarded other health and fitness benefits I never imagined. There's a lot of philosophy in Kung Fu and the longer that I'm here the more that recognize how the practice changes my character for the better.
BREATHING ARTS incorporates breath with slow movements, long held restorative stretches and meditation techniques. Students of all fitness levels are welcome. Breathing arts is being taught online breathingarts.ca by Master DelCorro. GUIDED PRACTICE is an opportunity for access to an instructor who can answer any questions you may have during your personal practice time.
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Tyson L.
Jul 28, 2019
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I started training at Kung Fu for life a few years ago and I can safely say it's one of the best things I have ever done. The staff are incredibly helpful and honest with you and are willing to just sit down and talk with you whenever you need to do so. They are always available for help should you need it, and seem to encourage you to take things at your own pace. Every time you walk in the door you are kindly greeted by one of the instructors who seems genuinely glad that you have decided to come in that day. The school itself feels feels like a community of people who all want to see each
George D.
Sep 19, 2013
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There is no condition of "renounce all prior training". I myself have trained here for years and had a "black" belt in hard style karate prior. I have never been asked to forget previous training. In fact it has enhanced quality and strength of blocks.
I suggest the attitude was brought in by the prospective trainee.
Yes there are other great schools out there but come experience it yourself.
Always ask questions and make up your own mind.
I am but a student and always will be.
I suggest the attitude was brought in by the prospective trainee.
Yes there are other great schools out there but come experience it yourself.
Always ask questions and make up your own mind.
I am but a student and always will be.
Max S.
Jun 11, 2013
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'They' will accept you if you're a beginner - or on the condition to renounce all prior training if you have martial arts / kung Fu experience.
You're not allowed to train with anyone else while going to this place.
Upon watching some videos of their school, I've concluded that it's not worth renouncing anything. On top of that, I received attitude from the owner.
I wouldn't train at any school that held a philosophy as narrow minded as this.
There are more open-minded & great schools & teachers out there. Keep looking.
You're not allowed to train with anyone else while going to this place.
Upon watching some videos of their school, I've concluded that it's not worth renouncing anything. On top of that, I received attitude from the owner.
I wouldn't train at any school that held a philosophy as narrow minded as this.
There are more open-minded & great schools & teachers out there. Keep looking.
