To sign up, first schedule an
introductory lesson on our website. During the introductory lesson we will
go over the basic tools and exercises of the Ving Tsun system to prepare
you for your first class. We will also be able to go over any questions
you may have and discuss your training goals on a one-on-one basis.
How
much is the tuition at Portland Kung Fu?
The tuition ranges between $150
- $200 per month, depending on the program you sign up for. The lower
rates can be secured by signing on for a long-term training agreement or
by pre-paying tuition by semester.
What
is the class schedule?
The adult men’s training program
meets on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 12:00PM and 7:00PM.
The adult women’s training
program meets on Tuesday and Thursday at 12:00 PM and 7:00 PM, and
Saturday at 10:00AM.
The children’s program meets
Tuesday and Thursday at 5:00PM.
How
long are classes?
The standard adult class is 2
hours long. Beginners start with a 1-hour program and work their way up to
the full 2 hours over the first few weeks of training. Additional training
opportunities outside of the standard 2-hour class program open up to students
over time.
The children’s program classes
are 1 hour long.
Is the
training beginner friendly?
Yes. The training system is
designed to develop fundamental techniques in practitioners with little to
no experience. Even experienced martial artists gain a lot of insight from
the Ving Tsun foundational exercises.
Portland Kung Fu is a martial
arts school where the doors are open to people of all abilities.
What
is kung fu training?
Kung fu is a full spectrum
training program designed to sharpen the body, the mind, and the spirit.
Through developing a complete and highly effective self defense system you
will also strengthen your body and mind to be more prepared for life’s
many challenges.
What
style of kung fu do you train?
We train Ving Tsun as taught in
the Moy Tung lineage through Grandmaster Moy Yat and Yip Man. This highly
efficient training system traces it’s roots back to the Shaolin Temple in
southern China.
How
long do I have to train to be able to defend myself?
Even the information from the
intro lesson will help you be more capable of holding your ground and
fending off an attacker. A basic self-defense program is 3 months, 90
days. That’s enough time for the movements to sink in and become habitual.
The complete Ving Tsun basic training system is taught in 1 year, and a
level of expertise can be achieved within 3 years (1000 hours).
Where
is the school located?
The school is located in the
downtown Portland Maine Arts District. We are in the State Theater
building on the corner of Congress St. and High St. Parking can be found
on the street or in any of the nearby parking garages.
Are
there any discounts available?
We do offer discounts for
veterans and active military as well as teachers and first responders.
Family discounts are also available to members of the same household.