UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS/ CLOSINGS
November 11, 2026, Veteran’s Day – No Classes
November 26-28 , Thanksgiving Holiday break – No Classes
CHINA TRIP A ROUSING SUCCESS !!
A group of 18 individuals from the WDC/ MD area left for China on October 11, 2026. After a quick transfer from Beijng we arrived in Shanghai to meet up with Grand Master Gao Tie Niao and a few of his disciples. Shanghai is a beautiful and modern city where we were able to visit temples and pay repects to our kung fu ancestor Pei Xi Rong at his memorial there. We also began our training there in Bagua Neigong and the 22 Wudang Yuan Gong form.
Three days later we boarded a flight to Wudang Mountain where we continured training while enjoying the mountain air, views, and visiting temples at the bottom and top of this famous Taoist historical landmark.
The third leg of the trip brought us back to Beijing where we visited and enjoyed the company of the Beijing Bagua Zhang Association and the famous Chin Woo Martial Arts Association. Paul exchanged plaques with the Shanghai Chinese Wu Shu Federation, the Shanghai Bagua Zhang Association, the Chin Woo History Museum and the Beijing Museum of Bagua Zhang.
It was a challenging adventure where we visited various temples, martial art clubs and associations, Wudang Great Grand Master Pei’s memorial, Dong Hai Chuan’s (the popularizer of Bagua Zhang) memorial, Wudang Montain temples and attractions, Beijing martial associations, Tienamen Square, The Forbidden City and beautiful parks and other places of interest during our 2 week excursion. Training was interspersd throughout our movements and we enjoyed feasts daily throughout our travels. It was a great trip and the group remained motivated and excited throughout the journey.
A well deserved shout out must be given to Kristen Fang and Sifu George Harris for their translations and to Jeff Bandy for keeping our finances in order during the trip. GM Gao has invited us to return and we are considering of doing that in 2028.
Picture descriptions # 1=4
Group Bagua Zhang posture at Wudang Mountain
Civilian clothes in Shanghai at temple
Training in White uniform in Shanghai
Group Wudang single whip posture at Wudang Mountain
8 OLD METHODS OF YANG TAI CHI
On November 21, 2026 from 12 noon to 4 PM Paul Ramos will present this workshop covering the traditional 8 Methods that are the basis of Yang style and was originally taught prior to learning the form. These exercises paired with the 5 steppings combine to form the original 13 postures from which Tai Chi Chuan is based. Few schools teach these methods in the current times but they were considered essential to understanding and applying the art. We will explore it from the perspectives of physical movement, Qigong, and martial application. The cost for the workshop is $100 in advance or $120 at the door. Prior knowledge is not necessary because these can be used as stand alone training. Reserve your spot now by calling 301 651-3617 or by emailing Sifu Paul at longmen987@gmail.com. It will take place at 3811 Nicholson Street in Hyattsvile at our studio there. Space is limited so reserve your place there before we reach our limit.
SHAOLIN KUNG FU
Wu Shen Tao offers training in traditional northern-style Chinese martial arts forms and techniques passed down through the Wudang Dragon Gate lineage, as well as Tien Shan Pai and other Shaolin styles. Sessions include intense physical workouts which build strength, balance, mind/body coordination, and skills for self-defense. Training is tailored to each individual, so beginners of all ages are welcome. Classes are led by Lao Shr Jeff Bandy who has taught our Shaolin program for more than a decade. If you are interested, or have questions, please reach us via email, wstkungfu@outlook.com
HYATTSVILLE LOCATION
Our Adult group classes are located in Hyattsville, MD. Our Community Tai Chi Push Hands gathering takes place there from 7:30-9:30 pm each Thursday evening. This free community gathering focuses on developing the skills of using the least amount of force to accomplish the maximum effect. This is known as the classic “Use softness to overcome hardness”.
On Saturdays from 9:00 am-10 am we train beginners. This is followed from 10-11 am by our Tai Chi Form and basics level 2 class. This is followed by Tai Chi Pushing Hands instruction at 11am. Beginning at 12 noon, we begin the Xing-I Chuan / Bagua Zhang training, as well as our advanced practitioner / specialized training block which runs until 1:30 PM.
Those wishing to train privately or semi-privately may do so at our Gaithersburg location at days and times agreed upon by both teacher and student. Call 301-651-3617 for more information.
The address for the group location is:
3811 Nicholson Street
Hyattsville MD, 20782
The address for private lesson location is:
329B Main Street Lower level
Gaithersburg MD, 20878
QUOTES OF THE MONTH
Sometimes, it falls upon a generation to be great. You can be that great generation. Let your greatness blossom.
Nelson Mandella
I will not make age an issue of this campaign. I am not going to exploit for political purposes my opponent’s youth and inexperience.
Ronald Reagan
The most importatnt thing in communication is hearing what is not said.
Peter Drucker
GM Gao, Sifu Paul Ramos and Sifu George Harris contemplating the universe
