Traditional Mizong Quan Classes in Basildon
Zhen Wei Academy UK
Train in a Rare Chinese Martial Art Passed Down Through Generations
Mizong Quan is a traditional Northern Chinese martial art known for its speed, fluidity, agility and deceptive footwork.
At Zhen Wei Academy, we preserve and teach the lineage passed down from Master Lu Zhen Duo, who founded Zhen Wei Academy in Shanghai in 1922, through his son Master Lu Jun Hai.
Classes are taught by Gary Matthews, a 7th generation disciple of Mizong Quan and long-time student of Master Lu Jun Hai.
This is not commercial martial arts.
This is traditional training designed to strengthen the body, calm the mind, develop resilience, and preserve authentic Chinese martial arts culture.
Why Train in Mizong Quan?
Modern life creates stress, tension, poor posture, anxiety and physical weakness.
Traditional martial arts were designed to develop the opposite:
- Calm under pressure
- Strength with flexibility
- Discipline with balance
- Confidence without aggression
- A healthy body and focused mind
Whether your goal is fitness, self-defence, mobility, confidence, stress reduction or personal development, Mizong Quan offers a complete training system.
What You Will Learn
Traditional Forms (Taolu)
Our forms develop coordination, balance, flexibility, endurance and explosive movement while preserving the principles and techniques of the system.
Students learn how movement develops power, structure, timing and body control.
Applications & Self-Defence
Training includes practical martial applications for both self-defence and controlled partner work.
Students study:
- striking
- kicking
- joint locks
- throws
- takedowns
- distancing
- timing
- awareness
- strategy
Training is taught progressively in a safe and supportive environment.
Power Development
Mizong Quan uses spiralling “reeling silk” body mechanics to generate fast, connected power throughout the body.
This develops efficient movement, whole-body coordination and explosive striking ability.
Flexibility & Conditioning
Traditional training includes stretching, mobility work and body conditioning methods designed to build strong yet flexible muscles and tendons.
The aim is not only martial ability, but long-term health, mobility and resilience.
Traditional Weapons
Students also have the opportunity to study traditional Chinese weapons including staff, sword and partner training methods.
A Living Lineage
Gary Matthews has trained under Master Lu Jun Hai since 1999 and was formally accepted as a disciple in 2004.
Master Lu Jun Hai began training as a child under his father, Master Lu Zhen Duo, a respected Lei Tai fighter and bodyguard from Shanghai.
Our aim is to respectfully preserve and continue these teachings for future generations.
To learn more about the lineage and history of Zhen Wei Academy, visit our lineage page.
More Than Just Martial Arts
Training is about more than fighting.
Students often notice improvements in:
- confidence
- fitness
- flexibility
- focus
- stress management
- posture
- coordination
- self-discipline
- mental resilience
Many also value the sense of community that develops through traditional martial arts training.
In Chinese martial arts this is often referred to as the “kung fu family.”
Online Training Included
Consistency is one of the keys to progress.
Members also receive access to online training content including:
- class material
- flexibility training
- conditioning exercises
- meditation
- breathing methods
- mindset practices
This allows students to continue developing between classes.
Who Can Train?
Our adult classes are suitable for:
- complete beginners
- returning martial artists
- adults seeking fitness and mobility
- those interested in traditional Chinese martial arts
- students looking for authentic lineage training
No previous experience is required..
Class Information
Adults 14+
Tuesdays & Thursdays
20:05 – 21:00
Ghyllgrove Primary School
The Gore
Basildon
SS14 2BG
Begin Your Journey
If you are looking for authentic traditional martial arts training with genuine lineage, supportive instruction and a deeper approach to personal development, we welcome you to train with us.
Claim your introductory web offer and begin your journey into Mizong Quan.
