Who We Are

At Zhen Wei Academy, we teach more than techniques.

We are a traditional martial arts school rooted in authentic Chinese systems, specialising in Mizong Quan (Secret Sect Fist) and Yang Style Tai Chi.

Our training blends:

• Time-tested Shaolin methods from the tough streets of Shanghai
• Using body structure and leverage to overcome size and strength
• Modern understanding of movement, health, and mindset

This is training taught with patience, precision, and purpose.

Here's what our students say about us...

"I am enjoying every lesson and already feeling more flexible. Shaolin seems very hard to   master the many techniques and forms, which is appealing to me."

"I didn't know anything about Shaolin kung fu and worried I wouldn't be able to do the class due to fitness and flexibility levels. You don't know until you try though, and of course I was very pleased to find a knowledgeable, genuine instructor teaching an interesting style.

"I enjoy the classes, the teaching and learning the various applications. Plus it's fun and I now have a Kung Fu family."

"I've got a background in martial arts and I wanted a new challenge. This style sounded really interesting - it's not widely taught, and it's authentic (it has a direct link back to traditional Chinese practices)."

  "I like very much the classes as I am very much in need of learning not only about tai chi but also how to do it correctly! The benefits to me are that this helps me enormously as I am in recovery of long term illness."

"Gary is an excellent, kind, and attentive teacher who inspires the children to do their best through positive reinforcement and by acting as a great role model for both them and the sport. He manages to teach a range of ages and abilities in a really inclusive and sensitive manner, which makes for a positive and rewarding atmosphere for the children. We're really grateful for the class, and it has definitely had a positive impact on Mae and her friends."

"Gary is great with the children. His patient and approachable manner have helped the children to move forwards and gel as a group. This is certainly down to Gary and I would like to take this opportunity to thank him."

"It has taken me a long time to find a Martial arts class that has an open and friendly feel and that has hard training and top instruction."