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- After
school
martial
arts - Kung Fu
for
Kids
- Family
Tai Chi
- Summer
camp
- Ribbon,
Lion,
Fan Drum
dance - Tai Chi
for Kids
- Tai Chi
for Kids
with ADHD
- Shao-lin
Yoga
for Kids
Dear Parents,
Welcome to Lung Hur Wushu Gwan, the Dragon and Crane School of Martial Arts. Since 1991 our school has been training students in the art of Shao-lin Kung Fu, Chinese philosophy, and language. The training and philosophy at the Dragon and Crane mirrors that of the Shao-lin Temple monks. Shao-lin Kung Fu began 1500 years ago as a journey toward greater spiritual awareness, self-control, self-discipline, and a love and respect for all life. Exercises designed to test the limits of one's physical body resulted in the most exquisite martial art forms and techniques famous for their impeccable beauty, power and self-defense.
Each student in the martial arts class learns more than exercises and forms. They learn skills for life. Respect and self-control are the foundation on which lasting relationships with teachers, friends, and parents are built. Greater confidence, self-awareness and self-discipline develop naturally as each child improves his or her own skills. Kung Fu training creates an environment that fosters enhanced focus and concentration. Health benefits include an increase in strength, endurance, coordination, and flexibility. Every child is helped to achieve their optimum physical development in a carefully graded and controlled manner. Each individual learns at his or her own pace and competition between fellow students is discouraged. Kung Fu is an individual journey where the real opponent lies within. Our success is in never giving up. Our failure is allowing the negativity within to take control.
Of course, self-defense is an added benefit when training in the martial arts. Techniques to avoid conflict, calm the mind, and avoid danger are the primary goals of Shao-lin. Greater self-confidence and courage will allow your child to take the best path when confronted with problems. Fighting is always a last resort. Respect and compassion for all life are the way of Shao-lin.
Child development experts agree that few activities will help in your child's development as much as martial arts. Benefits include:
- Greater confidence
- Improved self-control
- Optimal fitness
- Higher self-esteem
- Real self-defense
- Greater respect for others
- Improved concentration
- Dealing with aggressors
- Better grades
- Better study habits and self-discipline
- Reduced stress and anxiety
After school martial arts
A safe, structured, supervised setting where children can participate in martial arts, Chinese language, Chinese cooking, arts and crafts, supervised homework, playtime, and snack time.
Kung Fu for Kids
We study and train in Shao-lin Kung Fu, the most comprehensive martial art, with the objective of cultivating the body, mind and spirit.
Family Tai Chi
Family Tai Chi is an active, child-centered approach that will introduce your child to the wonderful Chinese ancient art of Tai Chi.
Summer camp
A unique summer experience for ages 7 to 16 providing healthy summer fun through the teaching of Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Chinese language, cooking, arts and crafts, sports, games, and more.
Ribbon, Lion, Fan, Drum dance
Adults who learned these dances had so much fun that we think the kids should enjoy them too!
Tai Chi for Kids
Tai Chi is an ancient form of exercise that combines physical activity and breathing techniques. Dragon and Crane has created a Tai Chi program specially designed for children. The class provides fun, easy to learn movements for all kids to enjoy.
Tai Chi for Kids with ADHD
Tai Chi is an ancient form of exercise that combines physical activity and breathing techniques. The American Psychiatric Association believes that the benefits derived from Tai Chi may help children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Shao-lin Yoga for Kids
Popular in Asia for thousands of years, yoga incorporates advanced stretching and strengthening postures that loosen the body and quiet the mind. Yoga can help children to develop greater strength, coordination, flexibility, and balance.
Martial arts training helps all kids reach their fullest potential!
HELP YOUR CHILD TO EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS OF THE CHINESE ARTS
PLEASE CONTACT US AND CHANGE YOUR CHILD'S LIFE!
After school martial arts
Monday-Wednesday 4:00pm-6:00pm during the school year- Safe, structured, supervised setting
- Martial arts, Chinese language, Chinese cooking, arts and crafts, supervised homework, playtime, snack time
- Free transportation from Pequenakonck Elementary School
Please read the Letter to Parents if you have not already done so.
Martial arts training helps all kids reach their fullest potential!
HELP YOUR CHILD TO EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS OF THE CHINESE ARTS
PLEASE CONTACT US AND CHANGE YOUR CHILD'S LIFE!
- Confidence
- Self-esteem
- Respect for others
- Dealing with aggressors
- Social skills
- Focus and concentration
- Discipline
- Better grades and study habits
- Self-control
- Optimal fitness
- Self-defense
- Reduction in stress and anxiety
"We go by the gong, not the clock."
Kung Fu for Kids
- Runs continuously during the school year, Please see the schedule for days and times for the different age groups.
Our top-quality classes are led by instructors who have years of martial arts training and familiarity with teaching children. Classes are separated by age and experience so that your child can progress at his or her own level.
Kung Fu for elementary school students (ages 6-10) is taught as part of the after school program. Please see the schedule for class days and times.
Child development experts agree that few activities will help in your child's development as much as martial arts.
Please read the Letter to Parents if you have not already done so.
Martial arts training helps all kids reach their fullest potential!
HELP YOUR CHILD TO EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS OF THE CHINESE ARTS
PLEASE CONTACT US AND CHANGE YOUR CHILD'S LIFE!
- Better health
- Stronger immune system
- Less stress
- Stronger bodies
- Improved coordination and balance
- Improved concentration
Family Tai Chi
This class runs continuously; you can join at any time.
- Saturday 12:30pm-1:15pm
Family Tai Chi is an active, child-centered approach that will introduce your child to the wonderful Chinese ancient art of Tai Chi. Our program was developed especially for children (age 7-17) by Dragon and Crane to insure that they could share and experience the many physical and psychological benefits of this traditional martial art. The fast pace and hectic lifestyle of today not only affects us, but also our children as well through the combination of high impact sports, after school activities, and extended homework. We offer an alternative which provides calm, centering balance to the day's events. The gentle exercise, physical movement, and relaxing effect of Tai chi will help to build a solid foundation for the physical health and emotional well being of any child.
Please see the schedule for days and times of all classes.
Child development experts agree that few activities will help in your child's development as much as martial arts.
Please read the Letter
to Parents if you have not already done
so.
Martial arts training helps all kids reach their fullest potential!
HELP YOUR CHILD TO EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS OF THE CHINESE ARTS
PLEASE CONTACT US AND CHANGE YOUR CHILD'S LIFE!
Summer camp
Featuring training in authentic Martial Arts and other activities!
- A unique summer experience for ages 7 to 16
- Provides healthy summer fun through the teaching of Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Chinese dance, Chinese cooking, arts and crafts, sports, games, yoga, and more
- Promotes confidence, concentration, self-discipline, and self-defense
- Price includes breakfast, lunch, snacks, and T-Shirt
- Camp hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Martial arts training helps all kids reach their fullest potential!
HELP YOUR CHILD TO EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS OF THE CHINESE ARTS
PLEASE CONTACT US AND CHANGE YOUR CHILD'S LIFE!
Young Dragon Lion dance
4 classes
- Saturday 11:35am - 12:30pm
Want to perform at our next Chinese New Year show? Taking this class will give you that opportunity!
Family/Children's Chinese Ribbon/Drum dance
8 classes
- Tuesday 4:15pm-5:00pm
or
Saturday 1:30pm-2:15pm
Family/Children's Chinese Fan dance
8 classes
- Tuesday 4:15pm-5:00pm
or
Saturday 1:30pm-2:15pm
Want to perform at our next Chinese New Year show? Taking this class will give you that opportunity!
If your child is interested or you would like more information, please contact us.
Tai Chi for Kids
- Fridays 5:15 pm - 6:00 pm
For thousands of years, the Chinese have been using simple flowing movements, breathing and concentration to achieve mental, emotional and physical balance. This exercise is called Tai Chi. Dragon and Crane has created a Tai Chi program specially designed for children. The class provides fun, easy to learn movements for all kids to enjoy. There is no competition, the important thing is to relax, feel the energy and find a feeling of peace. By performing these fluid movements, our internal energy can flow to all parts of the body. Children of all ages love the movements, which imitate both animals and nature.
Relaxation, imagination and peaceful visualization are involved in Kid's Tai Chi, it feels good inside and out. Tai Chi helps to send oxygen to the brain so you can think more clearly, Tai Chi also opens the flow of energy to all parts of the body including the organs, nerves, brain and muscles. The practice of Tai Chi helps to reduce blood pressure, anxiety, mood swings and depression. Our balance and flexibility improve. We become healthier by enhancing the immune system. Because Tai Chi works on the inside of the body it helps to relieve the sense of inner turmoil as while reducing nervousness, fear, anger and frustration.
Pre – registration is required. If you would like more information, please contact us.
Tai Chi for Kids with ADHD
Ages 8 to 11 years old
- Tuesdays and Fridays 4:10 pm - 4:55 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient form of exercise that combines both physical activity and Chi Kung breathing techniques. At a recent American Psychiatric Association convention, the efficacy of introducing Tai Chi to children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was reviewed. Studies revealed that Tai Chi programs for ADHD children offerred a wide range of benefits such as increased relaxation, reduction of stress, anxiety, and depression, and improved concentration. Tai Chi can also help increase self-esteem which serves to boost confidence. These benefits can give ADHD children the ability to achieve more control over their minds and thereby improve the quality of their lives.
Unlike most medications, Tai Chi has no adverse side effects and may be a viable alternative treatment for children unable to take ADHD medication.
Pre – registration is required. If you would like more information, please contact us.
Shao-lin Yoga for Kids
- Mondays and Wednesdays 4:10 pm - 4:55 pm
Popular in Asia for thousands of years, yoga incorporates advanced stretching and strengthening postures that loosen the body and quiet the mind. Yoga can help children to develop greater strength, coordination, flexibility, and balance. Shao-lin yoga is a complete system for training the body, mind, and spirit through breathing exercises, meditation, contemplation, and reflection in addition to the stretching postures.
We teach the postures and methods that have been practiced for centuries in the Shao-lin and Taoist traditions of China. Many of the techniques we teach can be traced to the Shao-lin Temple, a haven where yoga, meditation, and martial arts merged in the common quest for self-cultivation and enlightenment.
Pre – registration is required. If you would like more information, please contact us.