Business Details
10 Years
experience
Learn Ving Tsun Kung Fu in Louisville, KY
Kung Fu of Louisville has been dedicated to teaching authentic Ving Tsun Kung Fu since 2016, rooted in the Yip Man lineage. Our instructors, trained under Grandmaster Moy Tung and Sifu Leo Carson-Pealosa, emphasize practical self-defense techniques accessible to all ages and body types. We prioritize efficiency in movement and training time, ensuring students develop real-world skills quickly. Our curriculum includes traditional forms, conditioning drills, and two-person exercises to build confidence and physical prowess. We offer inclusive classes for women, children, and families, fostering discipline, respect, and personal growth.Despite leadership transitions, our commitment to preserving the integrity of Ving Tsun remains unwavering. Our senior instructors continue to uphold the legacy of our lineage while adapting to modern needs. We provide both in-person and virtual training options to accommodate diverse schedules. With a focus on community and character development, we empower individuals to protect themselves and thrive in daily life. Our school stands as a testament to the enduring relevance of traditional martial arts in contemporary society.
Services
Ving Tsun Kung Fu Training
Self-Defense Classes
Kids Martial Arts
Women's Self-Defense
Virtual Lessons
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We teach authentic Ving Tsun from the Yip Man lineage with 15+ years of instructor experience.
- Our curriculum focuses on practical self-defense techniques applicable in real-world scenarios.
- We offer family-friendly classes for children, women, and mixed groups.
- Senior instructors maintain continuity despite leadership transitions.
- Virtual training options provide flexibility for modern schedules.
Services
Ving Tsun Kung Fu Training
Traditional Ving Tsun Kung Fu instruction focusing on efficient self-defense techniques. Our curriculum develops practical combat skills through forms, conditioning drills, and partner exercises. Students learn to optimize movement while building physical and mental discipline applicable in real-world scenarios.
Self-Defense Classes
Practical self-defense programs emphasizing personal safety for all ages and body types. Training includes strike defense, counterattacks, and situational awareness. Women's classes focus on strength-independent techniques while family sessions accommodate mixed-age groups in controlled environments.
Kids Martial Arts
Age-appropriate Ving Tsun instruction for children since 2016. Classes combine physical training with character development, teaching discipline, respect, and confidence through structured drills and interactive exercises. Safety-focused curriculum minimizes injury risk while fostering lifelong martial arts principles.
Women's Self-Defense
Specialized training designed for women's self-defense needs. Instruction covers close-quarters combat, escape techniques, and confidence-building exercises. Classes emphasize practical applications over physical strength, incorporating traditional Ving Tsun principles adapted for modern personal safety scenarios.
Virtual Lessons
Remote Ving Tsun instruction via Zoom platform. Virtual sessions maintain core training elements including forms practice, technique demonstration, and theoretical instruction. Introductory lessons provide accessible entry points for new students to experience authentic Kung Fu training from home.
People
Debbie Ruehlmann
Instructor
Senior instructor at Kung Fu of Louisville, Debbie teaches regular classes with guidance from Grandmaster Moy Tung's lineage. She maintains operational continuity through leadership transitions while upholding traditional Ving Tsun principles.
Mark Redman
Instructor
Certified Ving Tsun instructor with extensive experience in the Moy Tung Kung Fu Family tradition. Mark contributes to daily operations and student training, ensuring adherence to authentic teaching methods passed through the Yip Man lineage.
Matt Laslie
Instructor
Senior instructor responsible for maintaining Kung Fu of Louisville's training standards. Matt delivers classes under the guidance of Sigung Stuart Zeno, preserving technical accuracy and philosophical integrity within the Moy Tung system.
Stuart Zeno
Sigung
MY3 RVA Sifu and senior authority figure guiding Louisville instructors. Stuart ensures alignment with Moy Tung Kung Fu Family standards, providing mentorship while maintaining direct connection to the system's authentic teachings and practices.
Moy Tung
Grandmaster
Founder of the Moy Tung Kung Fu Family system with over 30 years of teaching experience. As a direct student of Moy Yat, he established Richmond, VA headquarters and continues to oversee global school operations and instructor development.
Questions
What martial arts do you teach?
We specialize in Ving Tsun Kung Fu, a traditional Chinese martial art focused on practical self-defense techniques.
Do you offer classes for beginners?
Yes, our introductory lessons teach real Kung Fu through hands-on workouts with no prior experience required.
Are there women-only classes available?
Yes, women-only self-defense classes are available upon request while mixed-gender options remain open.
Do you teach children?
Yes, we offer age-appropriate Ving Tsun training for kids since 2016, focusing on discipline and confidence.
Can I train virtually?
Yes, we provide Zoom-based virtual introductory lessons for safe, at-home martial arts training.
What makes your school unique?
Our direct lineage from Yip Man through Moy Tung ensures authentic Ving Tsun instruction with proven self-defense effectiveness.
