Your time to grow is always just in front of you

 Not at all. Our curriculum is structured to guide absolute beginners from their very first stance all the way to advanced mastery. For experienced martial artists coming from other styles, our detailed breakdowns of structural mechanics and internal power will profoundly deepen your existing knowledge.

Am I too old or out of shape to begin training? You are never too old to begin cultivating your health and structure. Traditional Chinese martial arts were designed for lifelong practice. If you are looking for gentle, restorative movement, our Tai Chi and Qi Gong tracks are perfect for building balance, flexibility, and healing injuries. If you are looking for rigorous physical conditioning, our Lung Ying (Dragon Fist) track will safely build your strength and endurance over time.

 Think of them as the complete spectrum of Yin and Yang.

• Lung Ying (Southern Dragon Fist) is our "External" combative track. It focuses on devastating close-quarter strikes, explosive shock-power, and reality-based self-defense.

• Tai Chi is our "Internal" martial art. It is a slow, flowing moving meditation that focuses on yielding, structural balance, and profound stress relief.

• Qi Gong is our "Energy" track. It is a system of coordinated breathing and posture used specifically for health, vitality, and internal healing.

 Yes. In fact, we highly encourage it. In traditional Kung Fu, true mastery requires the balance of hard and soft. Practicing Qi Gong and Tai Chi will actively improve the internal power and breath control required for your Lung Ying combat techniques.

 Distance is no longer a barrier to authentic training. Our online academy features high-definition, multi-angle video lessons that break down every technique frame-by-frame. Unlike just watching random videos on the internet, our courses are highly structured. You will learn the exact same curriculum, in the exact same order, as you would in a physical Kwoon.

How much physical space do I need to train at home? Because Lung Ying, Tai Chi, and Hakka martial arts are rooted in close-quarter mechanics, you do not need a massive gymnasium. A clear 6x6 foot space in your living room, garage, or backyard is more than enough room to master your stances, forms, and breath-work.

No heavy bags or expensive gear are required to begin. All you need is comfortable, loose-fitting clothing, flat-soled shoes (or bare feet), and a computer, tablet, or smartphone to stream the lessons and record your video assignments.

 We do not let our students train in the dark. Throughout the curriculum, you are required to submit Video Assignments demonstrating the forms and mechanics you have learned. Sifu Alfred personally reviews these submissions to ensure your structure is correct before unlocking the next level of your training.

 Yes. For students who want to rapidly accelerate their progress or refine their technique under direct supervision, Sifu Alfred offers private, 1-on-1 online coaching sessions. We also offer interactive group classes so you can train live with the rest of the Kindred Fist community.

 In traditional Chinese martial arts, we do not use the modern colored belt system. Progression is measured through the mastery of specific forms, the development of internal power, and the cultivation of Wu De (martial morality). Your journey is a lifelong pursuit of personal excellence, not a race for a piece of fabric.