Business Details
Authentic Chinese Martial Arts Training in Athens, AL
Founded by Steffan de Graffenried, WuDang Martial Arts Centers have dedicated over five decades to preserving and teaching authentic Chinese martial arts. Our curriculum, refined through decades of study under influential masters, includes Northern Shaolin, MiZong LuoHan Quan, Bajiquan, and Yang Family Taijiquan. We emphasize comprehensive training in weapons, two-person sets, and Qi development, rooted in traditions passed directly from master to student. Our team brings decades of collective experience, with instructors trained since 2000 and beyond. We offer structured programs for all skill levels, from foundational Horse Stance training to advanced martial applications.Our ZhengGu TuiNa healing techniques integrate bone-setting and fascia manipulation, reflecting the holistic nature of Chinese martial arts. With satellite locations and online instruction, we make traditional training accessible globally. Our commitment to authenticity ensures students receive unaltered, time-tested practices. We prioritize personalized instruction to foster technical precision and personal growth. This dedication positions us as a trusted authority in preserving classical Chinese martial arts in the modern era.
Services
Northern Shaolin
Yang Family Taijiquan
Weapons Training
Qi Development
Taiji Pushing Hands
Bone-Setting Therapy
Intro Courses
Online KungFu Training
Two-Person Sets
Martial Applications
Highlights and features
- We offer complete systems taught by instructors with 20+ years of training experience
- Our curriculum includes 30+ traditional weapons and advanced martial applications
- Healing techniques passed directly from master to student for generations
- Structured programs for all skill levels from foundational to advanced training
- Multiple access points including satellite locations and online instruction
Services
Northern Shaolin
Northern Shaolin training develops strength, speed, and technical precision through traditional forms and applications. Our program preserves authentic techniques passed down through generations. Students learn dynamic movements and combat principles rooted in Chinese martial heritage.
Yang Family Taijiquan
Yang Family Taijiquan instruction focuses on flowing movements, internal energy cultivation, and martial applications. We teach traditional forms alongside push hands and sparring techniques. Our approach maintains the art's meditative and self-defense aspects in equal measure.
Weapons Training
Our weapons program covers 30+ traditional Chinese arms including spears, swords, and dual weapons. Training emphasizes form accuracy, practical application, and historical context. Students develop coordination and understanding of weapon-specific combat principles.
Qi Development
Qi cultivation teaches breath control, meditation, and energy flow techniques from classical Chinese martial arts. This training enhances physical conditioning and mental focus. We integrate Qi practices into all aspects of martial development for holistic growth.
Bone-Setting Therapy
ZhengGu TuiNa therapy combines bone-setting and fascia manipulation from traditional Chinese medicine. Our practitioners use techniques passed down through martial lineages to treat injuries and improve mobility. This specialized healing complements martial training and general wellness.
People
Steffan de Graffenried
Owner/Head Instructor
With martial arts training since 1972, Steffan brings over five decades of experience to WuDang Martial Arts Centers. He has studied under influential masters worldwide, specializing in traditional Chinese systems. His teaching focuses on preserving authentic techniques while adapting to modern students' needs.
Josh Bretherick
Instructor
Josh has dedicated over two decades to martial arts since beginning training in 2000. He specializes in transmitting traditional forms with technical precision. His teaching emphasizes practical applications and historical context within Chinese martial arts traditions.
Warren Cain
Instructor
Warren has trained intensively in Chinese martial arts since 2002. He focuses on weapons systems and two-person applications. His instruction combines technical rigor with accessibility for students of all experience levels.
Jeremy Noe
Assistant Instructor
Jeremy has studied martial arts for over 15 years since beginning in 2007. He assists in foundational training while mastering advanced techniques. His approach emphasizes proper form development and progressive skill acquisition.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We teach Northern Shaolin, MiZong LuoHan Quan, Bajiquan, Yang Family Taijiquan, and multiple weapon systems from traditional Chinese martial arts.
Do you offer beginner classes?
Yes, we provide structured intro courses for KungFu, Tai Chi, and Bagua suitable for all experience levels.
Are online training options available?
Yes, ExploreKungFu.com provides online access to our complete curriculum for remote learning.
What experience do your instructors have?
Our instructors have trained since 1972 (Head Instructor) and 2000+ (assistant instructors) in traditional Chinese martial arts systems.
Do you teach weapons training?
Yes, we offer 30+ traditional Chinese weapons including spears, swords, daggers, and dual weapon systems.
What healing methods do you practice?
Our ZhengGu TuiNa therapy includes bone-setting and fascia manipulation techniques passed down through martial arts lineages.
