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Kung Fu: A Path to Inner Calm and Self-Defense

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Kung Fu: A Path to Inner Calm and Self-Defense Concerned that Kung Fu might make your child aggressive? Fear not! Our classes are designed to nurture self-control and emotional intelligence, empowering your child to handle challenging situations with grace and maturity. Through mindful practice, your child will learn to regulate their emotions and respond to conflict in a constructive manner. This valuable skill will serve them well in all aspects of life, from the playground to the workplace. In addition to fostering emotional resilience, Kung Fu also equips your child with the ability to defend themselves in times of need. In today's unpredictable world, this confidence and preparedness can make a world of difference. At SLMA, we believe that Kung Fu is more than just a martial art; it is a pathway to personal growth and self-discovery. We invite you to enroll your child in our classes and witness the transformative power of this ancient discipline. Here are some specific example

TEAM SLMA IN TOURNAMENT MODE!

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TEAM SLMA IN TOURNAMENT MODE!   Shuang Long Martial Arts students! Our SLMA team is ready to compete at the 11th Annual Southwest Florida Martial Arts Open Tournament tomorrow! Christian, Isabella, Alana, Braeden, Bobby, Karmen, and Michael will be representing us. Come support #TeamSLMA! Follow our tourment updates tomorrow on Instagram!  https://www.instagram.com/shuanglong_ma/ Tournament info: www.swflopen.com 🐲🐲

AUGUST IS HERE!

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 August is Here! Testing - Aug. 24 & 26, 2023 Sash Testing We will be holding sash testing days for Shaolin Warriors and Little Dragonz on August 24th and 26th. This is a great opportunity to show your progress and skills and get promoted to your next sash. Testing fees are due ASAP, so please make sure to pay them as soon as possible. Testing is $35 (includes testing, sash, and certificate). 11th Annual South West Florida Open Tournament - Sept. 2, 2023 SWFL Open Tournament We have been invited to compete in the SWFL Open Tournament on September 2nd in Punta Gorda, FL. This is a great opportunity to compete against other martial artists from around the area. Everyone is encouraged to attend and compete. Please confirm if you will be attending so we can plan accordingly. GO #TeamSLMA ! Click HERE for Tournament information and online registration -->  https://www.swflopen.com/ More Updates to Come!  STAY TUNED!

TEAM SLMA SHINES AT ICMAC!

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Team SLMA Shines at ICMAC! We are so proud of our athletes who competed in the 25th International Chinese Martial Arts Championship (ICMAC) on July 1st, 2023 at the Caribe Royale Hotel in Orlando, FL! They all performed brilliantly and represented our team, #teamslma , with pride. Team SLMA (left to right): Isabella N., Isabella M., German Garcia, Michael W., Brian N., Liliana N. A special shoutout to Isabella Meyer, who earned her first international gold medal performing weapons! We are so excited for her and all of our other students. Gold medal: Isabella Meyer (weapons) We are so proud of all of our athletes' accomplishments! Thank you for representing #teamSLMA so well. View photos from the 25th Anniversary here! --> https://www.kungfuchampionship.com/photos-25th-anniversary-orlando/ #ICMAC #ChineseMartialArts #MartialArts #Competition #Success #Achievement #GoldMedalist #teamslma #proud #Congratulations #teamslma #shaolin #kungfu #baksillum #shuanglo

SHAOLIN KUNGFU FOR ALL!

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SHAOLIN GRANDMASTER SHI DE CHENG - 31ST GENERATION SHAOLIN WARRIOR MONK

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 Shaolin GrandMaster Shi De Cheng 31st Generation Shaolin Warrior Monk Grandmaster Shi De Cheng, featured in the cover of Kungfu Magazine (2004)   Chen Qing Zhen, the founder of the Songshan Shaolin Shi De Cheng Martial Arts Museum, whose Buddhist name is Shi De Cheng, has been involved in martial arts since he was a child. In 1980, he studied Shaolin martial arts with renowned boxer Jiao Hong Bo. His teacher later advised him to convert to Master Shi Su Yun of Shaolin Temple, a 30th generation Shaolin warrior monk. Shi De Cheng is a Shaolin Warrior Monk of the 31st generation. As a disciple, he competed in numerous domestic and international martial arts competitions, consistently winning: "Song He Cup" International Shaolin Wushu Festival "Gold Award"; "National Traditional Wushu Competition" won two gold medals and one silver; "The First World Traditional Boxing Competition" won one gold medal and one silver; both won gold medals in th

SPARRING SEMINAR BY SHIFU JINSONG YAN

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SPARRING SEMINAR  by Shifu Jinsong Yan hosted by Shuang Long Martial Arts   Master Jinsong Yan Hi students and martial arts practitioners! Join us for a Sparring Fundamentals Seminar on Saturday, March 18, from 3 to 5 PM at Ellenton Ice Sports Complex. Cost is $40 for students and $60 for non-students. Sparring gear is strongly suggested, but not mandatory. Please confirm your attendance as soon as possible. Seminar will be led by Jinsong Yan Shifu. See you there!
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BRING A FRIEND TO KUNGFU

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 💪 Get ready to unleash your inner warrior! 💪 Join us this Valentine's Day for a free introductory lesson in Shaolin Kungfu! 🥋 🗓️ Saturday, February 18th at 9 AM! Bring a friend and experience the power of Kungfu together! 💪👫 🔥 Get fit, have fun and challenge yourself! 🔥 #ValentinesDay #Kungfu #ShaolinKungfu #FriendshipGoals #FitFriends #WarriorLife #WorkoutBuddies #StayActive #FriendshipAndSweat #FitFriendsFitLife #FitAndFun #FitFriendshipGoals 💪👫 #ellentonice 

BRING A FRIEND TO KUNGFU PROMOTION

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"BRING A FRIEND TO KUNGFU" PROMOTION! February Frenzy at Shuang Long Martial Arts - Bring a Friend to Kungfu! February is here and we're excited to announce a special promotion for all our students, family and friends at Shuang Long Martial Arts. On February 18th, we're inviting you to bring a friend along for a free introductory class to experience the thrill of Kungfu! Whether your friend is a fitness enthusiast or simply curious about martial arts, this is the perfect opportunity for them to try something new and see what Shuang Long Martial Arts has to offer. With our experienced instructors, supportive community and high-energy classes, your friend is sure to have a great time. So what are you waiting for? Grab a friend, spread the word and join us for a fun-filled day of Kungfu on February 18th! For more information, please contact us. We can't wait to see you and your friend at Shuang Long Martial Arts! Best regards, The Shuang Long Martial Arts Team  

FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM!

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  FIND US ON OUR NEW INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT! @SHUANGLONG_MA https://instagram.com/shuanglong_ma?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Spotlight: G. G. García

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Hall of Fame Inductee - G. G. García

#TEAMSLMA Delivers at the 6th Westcoast Open Martial Arts Championship

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 #TEAMSLMA Delivers at the 6th Westcoast Open Martial Arts Championship October 29, 2022 - Sarasota, FL Shuang Long Martial Arts: Team SLMA members, Tai Chi Players, Little Dragonz and Shaolin Warriorz Laura, Tim, Rich, Gabe, Isabella, Bri, Nick, Pierce, Dylan, Christopher, Chirstian, Bobby and Michael. Our team went above and beyond! 7 🥇  first-place finishes, 4 🥈  second-place finishes, and 2 🥉  third-place finishes! Traditional empty hand forms, weapons, and sparring were all practiced by our team at all levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. The Westcoast Martial Arts Open Championship, hosted by Master Israel Perez of Palmetto, was a huge success! We are honored to have been invited and grateful for the opportunity to demonstrate our Shaolin Kungfu skills! 🏆 GREAT JOB #TEAMSLMA !

NEW PROMOTIONS!

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 NEW PROMOTIONS! SLMA Presents Our Recently Promoted Students! Our Fall 2022 promotions have worked hard for their new Sashes! Keep up the great work! Christopher - Red Sash (Advanced II) Bobby - Brown Sash (Advanced I) Aiden - Purple Sash (Intermediate III) Nick - Purple Sash Bri - Green Sash (Intermediate I) Alana - Green Sash Gabe - Green Sash All of these fabulous athletes and Martial Artists have achieved a level of proficiency and knowledge in the Northern Shaolin Kungfu System. Once again, our most sincere congratulations to all! 🙏🏽
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 TEAM SLMA at the 24th ICMAC CHAMPIONSHIP July 15-17, 2022 Rosen Plaza - Orlando, FL Final Medal Count:  - NICO  - GABE    - AIDEN, NICO GREAT JOB #TeamSLMA It was a tough competition, but we did GREAT! Extremely proud of you all!!! Follow us on: FB - fb.com/TampaBayShaolin IG - @shuang_long_ma Sparring Highlights (YouTube) https://youtu.be/Bp1BsbKweJ4 SEE YOU ALL NEXT YEAR!

WORLD TAI CHI & QIGONG DAY 2022

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Come Celebrate With Us! info: www.WorldTaiChiDay.org  Join us Saturday, April 30th, at 10:30a EST for a free Tai Chi and Qigong class! DM us for details! ONE WORLD, ONE BREATH!

HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR!

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 🧧Happy Lunar New Year🧧  🐅 Year of the Tiger! 🐅  🐯 

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2022! Back To Class Tomorrow - 01/06/2022

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 Happy 2022! Back to Class TOMORROW! Thursday Jan. 06, 2022 At the Copperstone Clubhouse. Saturday class at the Ellenton Ice & Sports Complex. See you all Soon! Amituofo!🙏🏼

SHUANG LONG AT THE WESTCOAST OPEN MARTIAL ARTS CHAMPIONSHIP

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GREAT PERFORMANCE BY OUR ATHLETES At the Westcoast Open Martial Arts Championship in Sarasota FL Saturday, November 20th, 2021 Congratulations to our CHAMPIONS Aiden and Bobby for their AMAZING PERFORMANCE! SEVERAL 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies for these TRUE Shaolin Warriors! GO #TeamSLMA!!! The Westcoast Open Martial Arts Championship was hosted by Master Israel Perez from Palmetto, FL.  Our most sincere thanks for welcoming us with open arms at your event! See you in 2022!