Teaching martial arts at CYC Chinese Youth Camp 2026 was an incredible experience. With nearly 250 campers and just two classes with most groups, I watched students go from having little or no martial arts experience to confidently performing together at the closing ceremony. Sometimes the best measure of teaching is what students can accomplish when the instructor steps back.
Most martial artists don’t fail because of bad technique—they fail because they don’t do enough reps. Talent matters. Good instruction matters. But volume is what separates people who improve from those who stay the same. Here’s why repetition is the closest thing to a cheat code in martial arts.
Very honored to be invited by Master Ernie Wu of Hong Wu Martial Arts Association to speak at their 40 year anniversary. This will be a FREE seminar where I share my training framework and methods after 25…
Bagua practitioners NEED to take a mental snapshot of this demonstration…
Grandmaster Liu Jing Ru, 9th Duan and national-level inheritor of Bagua Zhang, recently celebrated his 90th birthday with students and fellow masters from around the world. His contributions to Chinese internal martial arts span over seven decades, inspiring generations to uphold the traditions of discipline, health, and internal power.
Went back to Beijing for the first time in 10 years — because honestly, I’ve been a horrible disciple. I hadn’t seen Shifu in person that whole time. Originally, I kept telling myself I should wait until my…
Grand Master Liu Jing Ru, a 9th Dan martial artist, has spent nearly 70 years mastering and promoting Bagua Zhang. A national champion and renowned teacher, he has trained elite fighters and spread Bagua worldwide through seminars and publications.
Eighteen years ago, my Shifu sent me a brutal message—no speed, no power, no flexibility, no endurance, no strength. No encouragement, no “buts.” Nearly two decades later, after training relentlessly, I find myself humbled once again—this time by Rick Hotton Sensei. A man in his 60s who moves faster and hits harder than anyone I’ve ever seen. If you ever get the chance to witness his mastery, take it. Because if you can be Rick Hotton, be Rick Hotton instead.
Happy Year of the Snake! Get your snake form on and start training!
Master Wu asked me, “Do Wudang people not stretch?” Elbow-to-Toe Gong in 100 days!