Kung Fu/Expert Profile

Expertise

Questions related to proper kinetics and use of body structure to achieve relaxation, posture correction, breathe control, fitness, strength and power. This knowledge comes from over 30yrs experience/practice in Northern Longfist, YangJia Tai Chi Chuan, Ba Gua Chang basics, various types of Qi Gong, such as Swimming Dragon, Hombu Style Aikido and unique developmental exercises derived from these styles.

In addition, general Martial Arts questions and those related to integrity, morality and discipline are welcome. Also, I will answer Iron Palm training questions only. I will not provide teaching material via the internet. It is a highly complex program requiring hands on instruction. I prefer to teach it in person to worthy students. If you wish to know more about myself, then I suggest these 2 pages:

Instructor Background
Professional Resume

Experience in the area

FYI: To all readers of my comments and answers: I've noticed some individuals like to use this as an opportunity to advertise their school instead of focusing on the students question. I disapprove of this method and will not allow it. Any references to schools that assist the person(s) question(s) may stay. I feel this is highly inappropriate behavior for a martial artist.

Organizations

Non Commissioned Officers Association Hairy Cell Leukemia Organization Central Pacific Aikido Association from 1992 - 1995 International Qi Gong Alliance and The Qi Gong Institute

Education/Credentials

Associate in Applied Science - Engineering Associate in Applied Science - Drafting and Design Multiple Military electronic, communications, technical, quality, supervision and Leadership schools

Past/Present Clients

In Ohio: Madison Adult Education, Marion, Mansfield, Shelby YMCA's, Mansfield OSU Campus, Richland Karate Center, Mansfield Friendly house & UMADOAP, & various other locations. Studied Aikido in Hawaii under Takaji Ishida Sensei 8th dan. Oldest living aikido teacher at the time - 91yrs old. Currently teach at Ohio State University Mansfield, Ohio (non-credit classes) along with private shaolin and internal arts classes. I started my training in 1980 under Sifu Mike Gillespie, Anne Arbor Shaolin Kung Fu and Mike Wheeler (Mansfield, Oh). Have also had the joy of working with and experiencing the teachings of Master George Ling Hu of Houston, Texas

What do you like about this subject?

This material helps me physically and mentally. It shows me that there are alternatives and better ways of doing things. It is a path that we all walk in life. I want my path to be covered with flowers.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

All I wish to achieve are two things: 1) to become better at what I am learning, and 2) to have a core group of dedicated students willing to push themselves beyond their limits.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

Master George Ling Hu is my teacher. He's one of the most knowledgable & accessible instructors in the US with a background covering a wide range of subjects: Tai Chi, Shuai Chiao, Longfist, Ba Gua, Qi Gong, Character System, Acupressure, Acupuncture and Yoga. He stresses relaxation & complete body linkage. He holds regular workshops with practitioners from all over the US.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject

I recently spent a yr with a misdiagnosed heart condition that was actually SEVERE anemia caused by a rare form of Leukemia. Blood tests showed my hemoglobin count 1/5 normal. The doctor could'nt understand how I was even conscious. I attribute my ability to live thru this period to past training. My martial arts "savings bank" helped me survive what could've been my death if not caught in time.