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Grandmaster Shum with Master Rothrock
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    Rothrock's Kung Fu & Tai Chi Studio has been offering instruction and training in Kung Fu & Tai Chi since 1973. The academy is headed by Master Rothrock with 40 years of experience and has a staff of expert back belt instructors. The main system of Kung Fu that we teach is Northern Eagle Claw, which comprises a comprehensive Self Defense program, Traditional Kickboxing, Basics and Routines.

    Tai Chi starts with the 24 Posture Yang style and you can graduate to the 108 Yang Style, Wu Style Tai Chi, Tai Chi Self Defense and Tai Chi Pushing Hands for a complete Tai Chi Training Program. Special Beginner Classes makes getting started easy. Classes are separated by level of experience and age... and geared toward today's modern lifestyle.

    You can try it FREE with our Trial Offer.  Just click on the coupon and print it out.  Call the studio of your choice to make an appointment or fill out the contact information and the best times to call you. If your not ready to try it FREE yet, send for our Informational DVD and Booklet that gives you a great overview of the different classes and types of training that we offer.  It is educational as well as entertaining and you'll learn a lot about Kung Fu and Tai Chi. 

About Classes:

Available Mornings & Evenings
• Special Beginner Classes
• Separated by Age
• Kung Fu/Self Defense/Kickboxing
• Little Dragons for ages 4 to 11
• Tai Chi - for a gentle and relaxed workout

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Voted the Best Martial Arts School 8 Years Straight
2005 - Voted Best Martial Arts School
(readers of the Gateway Star)
2006 - Voted Best Martial Arts School
(readers of the City Paper) 
2007 - Voted Best Martial Arts School
(readers of the Tribune Review)
(readers of the City Paper)
2008 - Voted Best Martial Arts School
(readers of the Tribune Review) 
2009 - Voted Best Kung Fu School
(readers of the City Paper)
2009 - Voted Best Martial Arts School
(readers of the Tribune Review)
2010 - Voted One of the Kung Fu & Tai Chi School
(readers of the City Paper)
2010 - Voted One of the Best Martial Arts School
(readers Tribune Total Media) 
2011 - Voted One of the Best (Gold) Martial Arts School
(readers Tribune Review)

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Informational DVD

Curriculum:
Kung Fu - fast-paced workout geared toward self defense
Tai Chi - slow paced workout geared toward stress relief and relaxation
Little Dragons - Concentration, Discipline and Leadership Skills for 11 and under
Self Defense - Learn the 8 Principles to handle any attacker
Kickboxing - fast-paced workout with bags and partners

 

Kung Fu means to Work Hard to Accomplish a task.
More than just the physical benefits, Kung Fu and Tai Chi develop the mental aspects that improve your everyday life. One of the basic Chinese philosophies of Kung Fu and Tai Chi is that the mind controls the body.


Locations

 

2340 E. Carson St.                11965 Perry Hwy.              3222 Lebanon Church             417 Main St.                 421 N. Penna. Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15203            Wexford, PA 15090            West Mifflin, PA 15122            Duryea, PA 18642        Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
(412) 381-6160                    (724) 940-0120                 (412) 469-2427                      (570) 457-2591          (570) 829-3510