USA Shaolin Kungfu Zen Academy

USA Shaolin Kungfu Zen Academy offers Shaolin Kungfu and Zen training that includes fist forms, weapons, traditional hand forms, and traditional weapon forms. The program also includes Taichi and Qigong, Sanda, Wushu, Tai Chi exercises, basic Kung Fu stances, kicks, fighting techniques, kids Kungfu classes, lion dance classes, martial arts seminars, and Kungfu birthday parties. The curriculum covers both Northern and Southern styles of Kung Fu and includes Kungfu training in a structured system.

• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: Multiple camp weeks available June – July.

USA Shaolin Kungfu Zen Academy has been serving the community for 19 years and has been established since 2006. General classes are divided into nine levels and sixteen steps following the Shaolin Kungfu Zen teaching principles, and teaching is tailored to age and aptitude. The kids Kung Fu program considers each child's cognitive skills and attention span, and kids Kung Fu belt level advancements depend on each child’s age and cognitive abilities. The Taichi and Qigong program objective is achieved through maintaining the body, controlling breathing, and adjusting the mind. The academy states that it has a stable team of teachers, regular class times, a comprehensive teaching system, a rich and flexible curriculum, and that students refine their individual abilities under professional guidance. The program states that martial arts can effectively improve body coordination and enhance physical fitness and that training includes both physical and psychological development. Studio students come from 43 different schools. The summer camp is focused on confidence, discipline, and fun through Kungfu training, with an emphasis on building confidence and discipline, improving strength, focus, and coordination, learning authentic Shaolin Kungfu fundamentals, fun team activities and structured training, and a healthy and active screen-free summer. USA Shaolin Kungfu Zen Academy states that it will take any precaution necessary for safety, will provide a solid teaching staff, and has spacious and bright classrooms, as well as being close by for convenience.

Shaolin Kung Fu Zen guides students towards harmony of spirit and body along a path to achieve personal goals. The academy holds memberships and affiliations that include four branches: San Jose Shaolin Cultural Center (Cultural Roots), Dong Yue Taiji Silicon Velley Branch (Cultural Roots), IWSD Core Member (Core Members), and USAWKF (Lifetime Members).

Students from USA Shaolin Kungfu Zen Academy volunteer and perform at local events. SKZ performed at Leland High School during the San Jose Chinese School’s annual Chinese New Year celebration. On May 24–25, SKZ athletes went to the Santa Clara Convention Center to compete in the Golden State International Wushu Championships 2025, and on Monday, February 23rd 2026, a belt test was held for students at Enlighten Chinese School.

Last updated March 19, 2026.