The TCMAA branch of MJLH has been taught at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) by Sifu Brian Tuan since 1981. Originally identified at UCI as the Kung Fu Club, which eventually re-located to the newly built Anteater Recreation Center (ARC) in 2000, and was re-designated as the Kung Fu class.
The Kung Fu class is still being taught at the ARC concurrently with the expansion of the new private studio location located in Lake Forest. Our sole purpose is preserve the legacy of the MJLH style passed down from GGM Yeh Yu Ting to Grandmaster Raymond Wong to Sifu Tuan.
The Kung Fu class is still being taught at the ARC concurrently with the expansion of the new private studio location located in Lake Forest. Our sole purpose is preserve the legacy of the MJLH style passed down from GGM Yeh Yu Ting to Grandmaster Raymond Wong to Sifu Tuan.
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Mi Jong Lo Han () contains a wide variety of forms (60+), drills and techniques. The core material remains the primary Lo Han Men () hand, weapon and two-person forms. These forms contain and provide the stylistic distinctiveness, backbone, tactical theory and techniques of the art. Mi Jong Lo Han is characterized by its high mobility and wide array of strikes, kicks, footwork, take-downs and classical weapons use.
The beginning curriculum consists of a series of drills, exercises, techniques, and forms along with sparring. This curriculum develops initial self-defense skills through fundamental kicking and striking techniques as well as Chin Na (), take downs, and power generation basics. In a vein similar to the original Ching Wu () curriculum, 10 fundamental forms are utilized to provide the foundation for more advanced core material.
Yang-style Tai Chi Chuan () is an "internal" martial art style, "externally" known for its health enhancing, slow moving forms and exercises. Traditional Yang Tai Chi also includes martial and self-defense aspects that remain health enhancing for the practitioner but less than healthy for an assailant or attacker.
A fundamental course in self defense with a simple multi-layered approach starting with situational awareness and minimizing your potential as a target. Classes will progress to hand-to-hand applications and use of improvised "tools" for defensive purposes; basic evasion and escape techniques as well as strikes, kicks and take downs will be integral.
All classes begin with the opening salutation and end with the closing salutation. If you arrive to class late, salute to Sifu or the instructor(s) then join the class when he/she tells you to. If you need to leave the class early, inform Sifu or an instructor of your departure and salute before leaving.
Reviews (6)
Blane B.
May 27, 2021
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J. L.
Aug 29, 2019
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I came to try out the TaiChi class (Needing some restoration in my chi) and brought some friends to try it out. There aren't too many Taichi classes in the evening for us working folk and for Wednesdays at 7pm this was perfect. Although my friends and I were newbies, we enjoyed the practice and we paired off (away from the pro taichi-ers) to be with Fred and also received help from the main teacher Brian. We are grateful for the intention and many reps to try to be better. This will be a work in progress but we are looking forward to coming back for more!
Jason R.
Aug 29, 2019
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I had never tried Tai Chi before so I was excited to experience it for the first time. The session was very well taught by the Tai Chi teachers Brian and Fred. Fred was very informative, patient, and his energy flowed very smoothly which made it much more enjoyable to learn and practice. The location is easily accessible being right off the 5 freeway and the hours are flexible which is a huge plus. They cater to all levels from Beginner to Advanced. Come try some Tai Chi and see if it will help you center your Qi like it did for me. Blessings!
Melissa I.
May 20, 2019
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I wanted an alternative work out without strenuous movements. Looking for an activity that will improve my health and gentle with my joints.
Found it! Tai Chi!!!
Tai Chi is slow and gentle but knowing I had a good work out at the end. It helped me improved my flexibility, balance, working on my breathing techniques, and improved my memory too. ;-)
Great time to unwind after a long days work with other enthusiastic students.
They have many years of experienced instructors.
They are very patient too.
Excellent centralize location. Highly recommend.
Found it! Tai Chi!!!
Tai Chi is slow and gentle but knowing I had a good work out at the end. It helped me improved my flexibility, balance, working on my breathing techniques, and improved my memory too. ;-)
Great time to unwind after a long days work with other enthusiastic students.
They have many years of experienced instructors.
They are very patient too.
Excellent centralize location. Highly recommend.
Lisa L.
Feb 15, 2018
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MJLK Kung Fu team is a group of friendly people who are genuinely committed to kung fu. Sifu Tuan has over thirty years of experience. He is very patient, generous and funny. You will gain the true lessons intended to be taught from hundreds of years ago as you improve your confidence, health and mental capacity. I've benefited from the training provided by this group.
Andrea H.
Feb 14, 2018
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I've trained with this club for many years now, and wish I were able to spend more time at the new studio. Sifu Tuan is not only extraordinarily skilled but also remarkably patient and generous. He pays attention to each student, and targets his instruction so as to help each one make the most of his or her abilities. He clearly cares about his students both as kung fu practitioners and as people. He, and the talented instructors who have studied with him, make this club not just a great place to train but a wonderful place to spend time: these are people who are committed to kung fu,
