SPECIAL EVENTS/ CLOSINGS
NO CLASSES DECEMBER 24- JANUARY 1, Winter Break ; Classes resume January 2, 26
MLK HOLIDAY – Monday January 19, 2026 - No group classes
SWORDPLAY WORKSHOP- Saturday February 7, 12-4pm
SWORDPLAY WORKSHOP
On Saturday February 7, 2026, we will be presenting a workshop on practical Swordplay, It will be taught by Paul Ramos who has studied and taught Swordplay of several styles for over 50 years. This workshop will cover the essentials of combat swordplay. The training will include hand drills, footwork methods, stationary and moving 2 person reflex training as well as more advanced methods of feinting, compound attacks, and distance and timing drills. The workshop will finish with rotating sword sparring sessions where participants can work against training partners of different sizes and varying levels of skill. It will take place at the Hyattsville location (3811 Nicholson St Hyattsville MD 20782). The cost is $100 per person and will take place from 12 noon- 4PM. It is recommended that participants wear exercise attire and wear eye protection. Groin and head protection is optional and bring a foam sword for the sparring segment. A wooden sword may also be used for the earlier drilling segments of the instruction. No experience is necessary. We will review all fundamentals as we progress toward free play. Foam swords ($30 each), may be obtained by pre order by contacting us at 301-651-3617 or via email at longmen987@gmail,com prior to January 17, 2026. Swordplay workshops are always fun and instructional and participants have always expressed their enjoyment at previous events. Space is limited to 14 participants so contact us asap to secure your spot at this event.
Notable recent occurances-
- Kristen Fang has recently received an Outstanding Service Award from Montgomery County MD for her work with seniors using Tai Chi to improve health, mobility, and energy levels within the local senior community.
- Wu Shen Tao celebrates its 35 years of offering Free Community Push Hands gatherings at its locations. We feel this has fostered positive community interaction and has done its part to raise the level of Push Hands skills in the Greater Washington DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia areas.
- Paul Ramos has been interviewed by Voyage Baltimore magazine concerning aspects of his martial arts journey. Anyone interested in viewing it can go here: https://voyagebaltimore.com/interview/check-out-paul-ramoss-story
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
Kids Kung Fu at Liz Lerman Dance Exchange in Takoma Park), Thursdays 4:45-5:45pm and Saturdays 11:45-12:45pm
Adult/Teen Kung Fu - Contact us for details at 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 9:30 am-11am we continue with our Tai Chi Form and basics class 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.
The address for the location is: 3811 Nicholson Street Hyattsville MD, 20782
QUOTES OF THE MONTH
Hard days are the best because that’s where champions are made, so if you push through the hard days you can get through anything.
Gabby Douglas
You always have two choices: your commitment versus your fear.
Sammy Davis Jr.
Be careful what you ask for because when you pray for rain, you have to deal with the mud as well.
Denzel Washington