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Premier Traditional Martial Arts Training in SC
Lam Tang Kung Fu Academy was established in 1985 in Columbia, South Carolina, as the state's first Kung Fu and Tai Chi school. We specialize in traditional Chinese martial arts, including Tiger Crane Hung Ga, Hasayfu Hung Kuen, and multiple Tai Chi styles. Our curriculum integrates Qi Gong for healing and conditioning, along with Iron Palm instruction for advanced practitioners. The academy honors its lineage through Sifu Saleem's connection to Grand Masters Lam Sai Wing, Tang Fong, and Leung Wah Chew. We emphasize moral values such as respect, discipline, and loyalty while adapting ancient practices for modern applications.Our three distinct Hung Gar lineages and direct Tai Chi from Sun Lu Tang distinguish us from other schools. Community engagement includes accredited courses at local universities and demonstrations for organizations like Fort Jackson. Periodic seminars cover specialized weapons and Chinese wrestling techniques. The academy fosters a family atmosphere where students support each other's growth. With over three decades of operation, we continue preserving authentic Chinese martial arts traditions in South Carolina.
Services
Kung Fu Instruction
Tai Chi Training
Qi Gong Seminars
Iron Palm Classes
Martial Arts Curriculum
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Established in 1985 as South Carolina's first Kung Fu school
- Teaches three distinct Hung Gar lineages and authentic Tai Chi
- Community partnerships with University of South Carolina and Fort Jackson
- Offers specialized seminars in weapons and Chinese wrestling
- Instructor lineage directly traces to Sun Lu Tang, founder of Sun Style Tai Chi
Services
Kung Fu Instruction
We offer comprehensive Hung Gar Kung Fu training in three distinct lineages: Lam Sai Wing, Tang Fong, and Leung Hwa Chew traditions. Our curriculum preserves authentic techniques while adapting to modern fitness needs. Students learn self-defense applications, forms, and weapon techniques passed down through verified master-student relationships.
Tai Chi Training
Our Tai Chi program includes Yang, Wu, and Sun styles directly descended from their founders. Classes focus on health benefits, movement coordination, and martial applications. Students practice forms, push hands, and energy cultivation techniques rooted in traditional Chinese medicine principles.
Qi Gong Seminars
We teach Medical Qi Gong for health improvement and hard Qi Gong for physical conditioning. Seminars cover both internal healing practices and external martial applications. Techniques include breathing exercises, movement sequences, and energy focus methods integrated with our Kung Fu curriculum.
Iron Palm Training
This specialized program develops striking power through progressive hand strengthening techniques. Students learn energy focus, impact conditioning, and board/brick breaking methods. Training includes safety protocols and breathing techniques to prevent injury while building physical resilience.
Martial Arts Curriculum
Our full curriculum covers traditional Chinese martial arts systems with emphasis on lineage preservation. Students progress through structured levels learning forms, applications, and philosophical principles. The program includes periodic seminars on specialized topics like weapons forms and Chinese wrestling techniques.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We specialize in Hung Gar Kung Fu (Lam Sai Wing, Tang Fong, and Leung Hwa Chew lineages) and Tai Chi (Yang, Wu, and Sun styles), with Qi Gong and Iron Palm training.
Are your instructors certified in their disciplines?
Yes, our instructors hold verified lineage connections to martial arts masters, including direct传承 from Sun Lu Tang, founder of Sun Style Tai Chi.
Do you offer community programs?
We partner with local organizations for demonstrations and have taught accredited Tai Chi courses at University of South Carolina and Benedict College since 1985.
What makes your academy unique?
We're South Carolina's first Kung Fu school with three distinct Hung Gar lineages and authentic Tai Chi传承 tracing to its original founders.
Are there special seminars available?
We offer periodic seminars covering specialized weapons forms, Chinese wrestling techniques, and advanced Qi Gong practices for both health and martial applications.
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