FAQ

Adult Kung Fu

• What style do you teach?

  Choy Lay Fut Buk Sing.  Its one of the biggest styles in the world.  Bruce Lee quoted “Choy Lay Fut is the hardest style to defend against multiple attackers”

• I have never done Kung Fu or Martial Arts before is this OK? 

  Everyone starts somewhere.  We take you from complete beginner to as far you are willing to go.

• What is the best age to start ? Am I too old? 

  A lot of people ask this.  There is no best age to start.  Just by enquiring you already have started no matter what your age or level of experience.

• How long does it take to get good?

  Some people get good right away some people take a little more time.  Our program caters for all levels and the more you come to the Academy the better you’ll get.  Practise at home and Online and you’ll get better even quicker.

• Is your Academy a purpose built facility? 

  Yes it is.  This Academy was first opened in Balcatta in 1995 and both schools are just for for Martial Arts

• Can I also do Tai Chi / Qigong with Kung Fu? 

  It is recommended as they actually enhance each other.

• How much are the sessions? 

  That all depends on how often you come.  You can sit down with Sifu George Michielsen or the counter staff and they can go through all the prices with you and any discounts you may be entitled to.

• How do I get started? 

  Great question.  you can book your first class On Line at this link …….  When you come in to the school on the night you chose we great you and explain everything you need to know.  Or you could phone us directly on 08 9240 4240

• I am FIFO or I travel away a lot, how does this affect my training? 

  We have many options for this as we cater for FIFOs all the time.  Just call us and we can give you the answers directly

• Are there student or unemployed discounts?

  There are discounts available.  Just chat directly with Sifu George Michielsen or the counter staff to see what may be available.

• Do I have to Spar or get or fight with someone?

  No you are not forced to do any contact.  You’ll find though that you would want to try it out.  Our Instructors are extremely experienced in Tournament Training from around the world and completely understand peoples desire not to do sparring.

• How long will it take before I can defend myself? 

  Right away.  In your first class we show you some simple effective self defence techniques that you can use.  Both female and male techniques

• Am I too old to start? 

  Never.  If you don't start how will you know?  We have students right up to the age of 70 plus in both Tai Chi and Kung Fu

• How much are classes?

  Class prices can vary depending on how much you train.  The more you train the cheaper the class.  And the Academy is open to you 7 Days a week.  Our classes are great value and have no hidden extras so our prices include all classes, personalised grading, and subsequent coloured belts.  When you join the Adult Kung Fu program it also includes Tai Chi and Qigong classes, and for our Junior Kung Fu program we offer discount to parents for our Tai Chi and Qigong program.

• How do I get started? 

  Great question.  you can book your first class by phoning us on 9240 4240 or  online here 

  Come in to the Academy on the date you chose, our friendly front counter team greet and guide you through everything.

  Start with the two, no obligation introductory classes for $25 and get the FREE Dragon T-shirt.

  After your introductory classes, one of your instructors will have a chat with you and answer any questions that you may have about getting started at the Academy.

• How do I learn online? 

  Thanks to technology and the huge demand, we have placed as much of our classes as we can in the members section of the website.  Easy, informative videos that you can follow wherever you have computer or smart phone.  You can purchase them and use it wherever and whenever you like.

• I travel a lot, how does this affect my training? 

  Once you get into the swing of things you’ll be able to train as you travel.  When you come to the Academy we show how to train when away and also what to train.  You can also get the Online courses to bring with you anywhere.  Please ask us for more details when you call.

• Do we offer Pensioner or Family discount? 

  We like everyone to enjoy the many benefits martial arts can bring, so we offer discounts for students in Kung Fu, Tai Chi and Qigong, also family discounts are available.  Any discounts and promotions are discussed with you in full after your introductory classes.

• How Do The Classes Work

  The normal procedure for our regular timetable classes are:

  1.  Come to class 10 minutes early to settle and get ready.

  2. Class starts with a guided meditation and warm up with everyone together.

  3. Students get split up into their levels and an allocated Instructor runs each level with Assistant Instructors to help guide you

  4. At the end we have a cooling down period where you can chat with other students or just stretch down for the night.