Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Martial Arts Academy in Chicago
Established in 1975, the Kung Fu Academy of Chicago has dedicated over four decades to preserving traditional martial arts training. Our curriculum focuses on Northern Shaolin Seven Star Praying Mantis (Chi-Xing Tong Long Chuan) as taught by Master S. Kwan, a 9th generation Successor Master with extensive international experience. We maintain rigorous traditional methods while adapting to modern needs, offering structured programs for children, adults, and advanced practitioners. Our academy emphasizes mental discipline alongside physical development, combining hard-style techniques with fluid movements to build strength, resilience, and self-awareness.Recognized as one of Chicago's top-ranked martial arts schools, we host visiting masters from diverse disciplines and foster community through collaborative seminars. The program includes Muscle Changing Classic exercises for energy development, Qigong for internal strength, and practical grappling techniques. With locations in multiple countries, our Chicago campus remains the flagship for authentic Northern Shaolin training in the Midwest.
Services
Kung Fu Classes
Tai Chi Training
Youth Programs
Adult Martial Arts
Praying Mantis Technique
Qigong Instruction
Self-Defense Workshops
Martial Arts Seminars
Physical Conditioning
Mental Discipline Training
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of continuous martial arts instruction in Chicago
- Our instructors include 9th generation Successor Master S. Kwan
- We teach authentic Northern Shaolin Seven Star Praying Mantis techniques
- Our curriculum combines hard-style techniques with soft-style fluidity
- We host international martial arts masters for collaborative seminars
Services
Kung Fu Classes
Traditional Northern Shaolin Seven Star Praying Mantis training for all ages. Combines fast, powerful techniques with fluid movements to develop physical strength and mental discipline. Classes emphasize authentic methods passed down through 9 generations of masters.
Tai Chi Training
Yang Style Tai Chi instruction focusing on graceful movements and internal energy development. Classes teach balance, coordination, and stress reduction through traditional forms and partner exercises.
Youth Programs
Structured martial arts programs for children aged 5-12. Develops discipline, coordination, and confidence through age-appropriate techniques. Sessions include character development and physical conditioning.
Self-Defense Workshops
Real-world self-defense training combining grappling, joint locks, and evasive techniques. Workshops focus on situational awareness and practical applications from the Seven Star Praying Mantis system.
Martial Arts Seminars
Guest master workshops featuring international instructors from diverse martial arts disciplines. Events include demonstrations, cross-training opportunities, and historical perspective sessions.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We specialize in Northern Shaolin Seven Star Praying Mantis Kung-Fu and Yang Style Tai Chi.
Are classes available for children?
Yes, we offer structured kids' classes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 5:30-6:20 PM.
What experience do your instructors have?
Our lead instructor Master S. Kwan is a 9th generation Successor Master with international competition awards.
Do you offer beginner classes?
Yes, our program accommodates all skill levels with separate adult and youth beginner sessions.
What makes your academy unique?
We combine 350-year-old traditional techniques with modern teaching methods in a community-focused environment.
Are there family discount options?
Please contact us directly for current pricing and family package availability.
