The Sil Lum Kung Fu Kwoon is dedicated to the preservation of the methods and values of traditional gung fu. We promote the ethical, intellectual, and physical development of the practitioner and assist them in obtaining enlightenment. The Sil Lum Kung Fu Kwoon advocates unity that extends beyond its practitioners to their families, friends, and community.
Founded by Si Gung Bill Smith, we teach a variety of Kung Fu styles, including Hung Gar, Wing Chun, Hsing I, and Tai Chi. We are also Utah's Number One providers of traditional Lion Head dance, which promotes good luck and prosperity. Whether looking for exercise, balance, or simply social interaction, the Sil Lum Kwoon provides an enjoyable family environment to all practitioners.
Founded by Si Gung Bill Smith, we teach a variety of Kung Fu styles, including Hung Gar, Wing Chun, Hsing I, and Tai Chi. We are also Utah's Number One providers of traditional Lion Head dance, which promotes good luck and prosperity. Whether looking for exercise, balance, or simply social interaction, the Sil Lum Kwoon provides an enjoyable family environment to all practitioners.
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The Si Lum Gung Fu club and its martial arts can trace its roots back to the Fabled Shaolin temple. Though most of the historical knowledge was passed down by word of mouth and training, it is rumored that most if not all martial arts stem from yoga and qi gong (pronounced chee gong). More recently, our school was founded by Si Gung Bill Smith over 20 years ago in a building in West Valley City.
Our Primary dicipline is Hung Gar kung fu and boasts some of the more famous martial artist that have been portrayed in books, movies, and stories the world wide. One of the most famous people of Hung Gar was Wong Fei Hung. Wong Fei Hung was one of the 10 tigers of china. This means that the man was virtually unbeatable by any martial means due to his diligence in practice and his understanding of the body.
Because of the way it was developed, Wing Chun starts with a rather unique stance for strength training and stability. Kin Yin Ma Bu is the basic stance which means "bent knee stance." Because this style was developed with narrow passages like alley ways and boats in mind, the stance itself is no wider than your own shoulders.
Hsing-I (pronounced Shing ee) is one of our more mystical arts because it is what is known as an internal martial art. The famous general Yue Fei is thought to have founded the art if Hsing I for his officers as a powerful way to eliminate any foe with one blow. This style uses all of the chinese elements of fire, water, earth, wood and metal.
T'ai chi ch'uan translates as "Supreme Ultimate Fist" and is the second internal style taught at our school. Tai Chi can be used as an exercise for health benefits, as well as a useful Martial Art. While it is often practiced with slow movement, Tai chi also has secondary forms of faster pace. Tai chi is the practice of health, balance, and meditation.
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Elijah Elijutsu Miller
Dec 15, 2020
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Daniel Cruz
Dec 07, 2020
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Adam Cruz
Oct 03, 2020
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I've been learning Kung-Fu here for about 10 years, and I've been loving it! Learning traditional Kung Fu is amazing, and it has benefited me both physically and mentally. Si Fu and the other instructors are very patient with all of us. They treat us not only as students, but as friends and family as well. I recommend this Kwoon for anyone who is interested in learning traditional Kung Fu.
Jake Mackay
Jul 05, 2020
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I studied Kung Fu here from age 8-15, took a break for some years due to life, and I’m back. The lessons of honesty, discipline, and self defense for family and others has stuck with me my ever since and brought balance to me. Sifu is an amazing teacher, and learning Kung Fu has been a highlight in my life!
Keegan Helgren
Jul 03, 2020
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Kim Pack
Jan 28, 2020
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Phenomenal school with superior knowledge of the martial arts. Technique is explained well. Instructors and senior students are always willing to assist while showing patience and utmost respect. I have never been made to feel like any question I present is a stupid question. I always feel I am in a safe place with a kung fu family who continually encourages my learning and advancement. Lessons are fascinating, enjoyable, and promote/improve physical and mental health. I highly recommend this school to anyone wanting to learn martial arts/self-defense, discipline, and self-improvement. It has changed
Matthew Scoville
Sep 10, 2015
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I have been training at the Sil Lum Kung Fu Kwoon for four years. What I love the most about this school is the emphasis on Traditional Chinese Martial Arts and Chinese Lion Dance. It has been rewarding to gain a greater appreciation for the thousands of years of Chinese culture. Sure, Lion Dance season during the couple of weeks around the Chinese New Year can be busy, but I have found that lion practice is otherwise limited to an hour on each of two days per week.
Sifu Snyder has been incredibly helpful and patient--someone who truly loves the Arts and wants to pass the skills and traditions
Sifu Snyder has been incredibly helpful and patient--someone who truly loves the Arts and wants to pass the skills and traditions
Andy Curtis
Feb 18, 2015
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Jeremiah Jackson
Jul 24, 2013
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I love this school. Joined for the workout, stayed for the people. This school focuses on real-life fighting aspects of Kung Fu for self-defense, but also encourages community service, self-discipline, and personal strength.
Si Fu Snyder cares about his students and will go out of his way to help them. He helps each student train at their own pace and wants them to succeed. This is the best Martial Arts school in Utah.
Si Fu Snyder cares about his students and will go out of his way to help them. He helps each student train at their own pace and wants them to succeed. This is the best Martial Arts school in Utah.
