Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Premier Martial Arts School in Grand Rapids
Established in 1975, we have dedicated nearly five decades to teaching martial arts in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded by Master Sam Hing Fai Chan, our school specializes in Wing Chun, Jow Ga Kung Fu, and Tai Chi, offering programs for all ages and skill levels. Our instructors, including the Chan family, prioritize discipline, confidence, and physical fitness while fostering a supportive community.Over the years, weve trained students of diverse backgrounds, emphasizing traditional techniques and modern self-defense applications. While announcing retirement in 2025, we remain committed to delivering high-quality training until our closure on December 15, 2025.
Services
Wing Chun
Jow Ga Kung Fu
Tai Chi
Youth Kung Fu
Online Learning
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- 47 years of delivering trusted martial arts instruction in Grand Rapids
- Family of instructors preserves traditional techniques while adapting to modern needs
- Offers five distinct martial arts styles for all age groups and skill levels
- $85 monthly fee provides unlimited access to all classes
- Online learning options for Wing Chun and Jow Ga students worldwide
Services
Wing Chun
Wing Chun is a close-quarters fighting system emphasizing rapid threat neutralization and efficiency against larger opponents. Students learn direct techniques, wooden dummy drills, and center-line theory to maximize effectiveness. This style suits women and smaller individuals seeking practical self-defense skills while promoting physical coordination and mental focus.
Jow Ga Kung Fu
Jow Ga combines Hung Ga hand techniques, Choi Ga footwork, and Northern Shaolin kicks for comprehensive martial arts training. Students progress through structured levels learning over 20 empty-hand forms, 18 weapon sets, and sparring applications to develop strength, speed, and combat readiness through traditional Chinese methods.
Youth Kung Fu
Designed for children aged 6-12, our youth program builds confidence, discipline, and physical fitness through age-appropriate martial arts instruction. Classes include flexibility training, self-defense techniques, and character development activities that promote conflict resolution skills, social competence, and leadership abilities in a structured environment.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi offers low-impact exercise combining slow movements with mindfulness to reduce stress while improving balance, flexibility, and joint health. Practitioners learn Yang-style forms with 88 movements, push hands exercises, and weapon training to cultivate internal strength and body awareness through centuries-old Chinese martial arts principles.
Online Learning
Our distance learning programs provide digital access to Wing Chun and Jow Ga instructional materials. Students receive structured video courses covering forms, techniques, and theory for continuous skill development. This self-paced option maintains traditional teaching methods adapted for remote learners worldwide while complementing in-person instruction.
People
Sam Hing Fai Chan
Master Instructor
Founder with 47 years' experience teaching Wing Chun, Jow Ga, and Tai Chi. Developed curriculum emphasizing traditional techniques and character development. Holds Bachelor of Science degree from Ferris State University.
David Chan
Senior Instructor
Trained since age five, specializing in youth development. Combines martial arts instruction with criminal justice background to teach discipline and leadership skills. Oversees Jow Ga and Youth Kung Fu programs.
Angel Chan
Youth Program Director
Certified instructor teaching since childhood. Focuses on Little Mantis program for ages 6-8, emphasizing motor skill development and confidence-building through martial arts. Holds Master's degree in Education.
J.D. Cadieux
Senior Wing Chun Instructor
Advanced Wing Chun specialist assisting Master Chan since 2004. Studied directly under Grand Master Ip Ching in Hong Kong. Conducts advanced technique instruction and student progress assessments.
Brandon Hool
Wing Chun Instructor
Certified Level III instructor teaching since 2010. Develops new student curriculum and digital learning platforms while maintaining traditional Wing Chun training standards for all proficiency levels.
Questions
When is Chan's Kung Fu School closing?
Official closure is December 15, 2025, though new student enrollment ends November 15, 2025.
What martial arts styles are offered?
Wing Chun, Jow Ga Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and specialized Youth Kung Fu programs for children aged 6-12.
Do you offer children's martial arts classes?
Yes, our Youth Kung Fu program serves ages 6-12, with Little Mantis classes specifically for 6-8 year olds.
Are online martial arts courses available?
Yes, we provide distance learning programs for Wing Chun and Jow Ga with structured video instruction.
What are the class rates?
Monthly tuition is $85 per student for unlimited access to all martial arts classes.
Who teaches the martial arts programs?
Master Sam Hing Fai Chan, family instructors Angel and David Chan, and certified senior instructors with decades of collective experience.
