Business Details
14 Years
experience
Premier Chinese Martial Arts Training in Midvale, UT
Shao Long Academy Of Chinese Martial Arts has been dedicated to preserving and teaching authentic Northern Shaolin Kung Fu, Sanda Sparring, and traditional Chinese weapons since its founding. Our school emphasizes small, intensive classes that prioritize personalized instruction and mastery of foundational techniques. We are home to Utah's oldest Lion Dance crew and largest Tai Chi community, offering culturally rich programs taught in Mandarin.Our proprietary sash system rewards dexterity, agility, and cultural understanding, while our certified instructors bring decades of experience from China's Wudang Kungfu Academy and the U.S. Marine Corps. We maintain strict standards for student selection to ensure a disciplined, respectful learning environment that has earned us multiple Best of Utah awards.
Services
Northern Shaolin Kung Fu
Sanda Sparring
Tai Chi Instruction
Lion Dance Performances
Qi Gong Training
Martial Arts Certification
Cultural Preservation
Private Training Sessions
Competition Preparation
Traditional Weapon Training
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- Small, focused classes with Wudang-certified instructors
- Proprietary sash system emphasizing skill mastery over time
- Utah's largest Tai Chi community with Mandarin instruction
- Home to award-winning Lion Dance performance team
- Military-grade discipline combined with traditional Chinese culture
Associations and certifications
- China Wudang Kungfu Academy
What people say
Authentic training
Excellent instructor
Strong community
Cultural preservation
Family-friendly environment
Services
Northern Shaolin Kung Fu
Traditional Northern Shaolin Kung Fu instruction focusing on long-range techniques, acrobatic movements, and 30+ authentic forms. Our curriculum preserves the complete Shaolin system including weapon training, sparring, and conditioning. Students develop physical fitness, self-defense skills, and cultural understanding through structured progression.
Tai Chi Instruction
Comprehensive Tai Chi training covering Wudang SanFeng 13 and Old-Yang 108 styles. Classes emphasize proper breathing, meditation, and martial applications while maintaining accessibility for all ages. Our proprietary VR training app allows students to practice forms at home with virtual guidance.
Lion Dance Performances
Professional lion dance performances featuring Utah's largest traditional lion collection. Our team delivers dynamic cultural shows for weddings, festivals, and corporate events with customizable options including dragon dances. Performances include traditional music accompaniment and optional 'choi' ceremony elements.
Sanda Sparring
Modern Chinese combat sport training combining striking, throws, and grappling techniques. Our Sanda program develops practical self-defense skills through controlled sparring sessions that emphasize safety while maintaining authentic martial arts effectiveness.
Qi Gong Training
Traditional Qi Gong instruction focusing on breath control, energy cultivation, and health benefits. Classes integrate these foundational practices with martial arts training to improve focus, balance, and overall well-being through coordinated movement and breathing exercises.
People
Shifu Lei Shao Long
Head Instructor & Owner
Master instructor with 35+ years martial arts experience, certified by China Wudang Kungfu Academy. Former Marine Corps Martial Arts Instructor and owner of Utah's largest Tai Chi community. Specializes in Northern Shaolin Gongfu and Sanfeng-Pai Taijiquan.
Jake Fitisemanu
Lion Dance Coordinator
Manages Utah's premier lion dance team with extensive performance experience at major cultural events. Coordinates logistics for traditional Chinese performances across northern Utah.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We specialize in Northern Shaolin Kung Fu, Sanda Sparring, and Wudang Taijiquan styles including SanFeng 13 and Old-Yang 108 forms.
Are classes suitable for beginners?
Yes, all classes welcome beginners. Our structured curriculum starts with foundational techniques and gradually builds martial arts proficiency.
What makes your school unique?
We combine Wudang-certified instruction with military discipline, offering authentic Chinese cultural immersion through Mandarin commands and traditional practices.
Do you offer performance opportunities?
Yes, our award-winning lion dance team performs at cultural events, and students participate in local and national martial arts competitions.
What is your training philosophy?
We emphasize traditional values of respect, discipline, and humility while maintaining practical self-defense applications and cultural authenticity.
