Kong Hoi Kung Fu Association - Troy
Kwoon Info and FAQ
KWOON INFORMATION
Kong Hoi Kung Fu Association - Troy is not your typical kwoon location. Most kwoons are in some area located in big cities amongst the noise and pollution. Our kwoon's new location is located in a small historic town setting far from the noise and pollution of big city traffic and congested streets. The kwoon in Troy is a wonderful 1800 square foot, climate-controlled workout area complete with state-of-the-art padded dance flooring and a cushioning rubber flooring in the kung training and muk jong area, his/hers changing area, CR7 Hydration, NSF Rated pre-workout, post-workout beverages availability, and plenty of parking. Please come visit and experience for yourself that family feeling that we are best known for! Our Troy kwoon is just a few minutes drive north from Dayton and all the surrounding towns. It is well worth the drive out of the big city.
F.A.Q.
Q: Do I have to be in Shape to Join?
A: No, you don't. Our Beginner's class will ease you into the discipline of training and the initial exercises. Regardless of your fitness level, once you begin training, you'll start getting in shape and feel immediate and positive results.
Q: Is it difficult to learn Kung Fu or Tai Chi?
A: Not at all. You'll find our classes to be fun, exciting and rewarding. Our instructors will guide you through our step-by-step curriculum of sash levels and help you achieve your personal goals.
Q: Do I have to lose weight before I begin training?
A: No, you don't. Getting started in our classes is the best way to begin losing the weight. As you continue your training, maintaining your ideal weight will be much easier. We also have nutritional counseling and the #1 nutrition products available.
Q: Will learning Kung Fu help my child at school?
A: Yes, Because of the demands of the training, students develop better skills of focus, concentration, and discipline, which help them tremendously in their academics as well as in their extra-curricular activities.
Q: Do many women train in Kung Fu and Tai Chi?
A: Yes. As a matter of fact, we currently have two female instructors on staff and our classes have many women learning self-defense and achieving their personal fitness goals. Many of the self-defense techniques are especially great for women as they are structured on speed and accuracy, as opposed to, brute force. The training is very practical and very useful in the real world.
Q: Am I too old to start learning Kung Fu or Tai Chi?
A: At our facility, we have students from ages 5 to senior citizens training in their respective classes. Regardless of your age, the training will make you feel great! It's an excellent way to improve your overall health, not to mention the benefit of learning how to protect yourself.
Q: How do I get started?
A: Take the Introductory Class. Go to our sign-up page above and sign up for the 2 Day Trial Class. You may also contact us at 937-607-0104 or visit our Kwoon at 1510 W Main St Troy.
TEN Reasons Kids Benefit from Kung Fu Training
1. Fostering Self-Discipline - One of the central tenets of all forms of the martial arts is an absolute focus on self-discipline. Today's kids are so accustomed to receiving instant gratification that lessons in self-restraint and discipline aren't always easy to come by. Kids with a kung fu background, however, are continually reminded of how essential self-discipline is.
2. Boosting Socialization Skills - Kids who don't always thrive in highly social environments may find it easier to get to know people and make new friends when they're in a room filled with peers who share a common interest. The kids on the playground may not always have much common ground, but devotees to the martial arts are able to get to know one another through shared pursuits. Partner-driven drills like those in Lai Tung Pai can also foster camaraderie, as they force kids to pair off and build their skills together.
3. Encouraging Physical Activity - Limiting screen time is a great idea when it comes to getting kids off the couch and encouraging them to be more active, but it only goes so far. Enrolling an inactive child in such a physically demanding pastime not only discourages the sedentary lifestyle she or he is used to, but also gives him or her an enjoyable activity that inspires her to keep moving.
4. Learning to Set and Achieve Goals - Most forms of martial arts are based around an accomplishment system of colored sashes that signify the wearer's degree of skill. When your child strives toward each new sash, he or she is learning valuable lessons about setting and reaching his goals.
5. Increased Self-Esteem - Confidence comes with achievement, so your child's self-esteem level will get a boost with every new move he masters and every sash he/she earns. Kids who struggle with a low sense of self-worth usually become more confident as time progresses while they're enrolled in a kung fu class.
6. Instilling a Sense of Respect - Learning any martial arts style will require your child to show her instructor unflinching respect. Today's kid culture doesn't always include respect for authority, adults or those in advanced positions. When he/she goes to the kung fu class, though, your child will be learning lessons in respect along with new moves.
7. Encouraging Non-Violent Conflict Resolution - Thinking that martial arts instruction promotes violent behavior is justified if your only experience with the activity comes from television or movies. In fact, many defensive styles teach kids peaceful, non-violent conflict resolution skills and emphasize the importance of avoiding a physical altercation.
8. Improving Listening Skills - In order to master the skills your child is being taught and advance through the sash ranks, your child will have to exercise superior listening skills. Kids who are not always adept when it comes to paying attention to what they're told can benefit from the verbal instruction and one-on-one work in the kwoon.
9. Developing Teamwork Skills - Whether learning new forms to get a new sash or continuous sparring in a practice setting to master a new maneuver, there are few things that your child does in his kung fu class that will be done on his own. Working together to learn new things and accomplish goals is an important life lesson for kids to learn, and instruction in Lai Tung Pai kung fu can help your child learn that lesson.
10. Improvement in Other Areas of Life - The benefits of kung fu training doesn't end in the kwoon. The boost in confidence, increased fitness level and new cooperation skills will also help your child navigate the academic and social aspects of school, affect his behavior at home and have an all-around good influence on a child as the child develops into an adult.
CLASS TIMES
Please check our Schedule for up-to-date info on class times for one of our many programs.
TUITION OPTIONS
Monthly tuition is dependent on what package your sign up for. For example individual or a family plane. Private classes are available upon request and by appointment. These classes are extra, so if you are a student already, Private Lessons are $40 per lesson. If you are not a monthly student, Private Lessons are $100 per lesson.
DIRECTIONS
Our Kwoon is located at 1510 W Main Street Troy, Ohio. If you need directions to the kwoon, please contact Sifu Anthony Stephenson by going to our contact page.
