Kung Fu students will be working on staff. Students should bring their own staffs to class if they own them. They may also borrow a staff from the school.

Tai Chi students will be working on sword. Students should bring their own swords to class if they own them. Wooden or metal swords are acceptable. They may also borrow a sword from the school.

Kung Fu students will be working on staff. Students should bring their own staffs to class if they own them. They may also borrow a staff from the school.

Tai Chi students will be working on sword. Students should bring their own swords to class if they own them. Wooden or metal swords are acceptable. They may also borrow a sword from the school.

Students should bring their own sparring gear if they have it. There is also equipment to borrow from the school. Tai Chi students will be practicing push hands.

The school will be closed in observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Both kid and adult Kung Fu classes will be working on staff. Students who own their own staff should bring it with them to class. Tai Chi class will be working on sword. Students who own their own sword should bring it with them to class. Wooden or metal swords are acceptable.

Both kid and adult Kung Fu classes will be sparring. Students who own their own sparring gear should bring it with them to class. Tai Chi class will be practicing push hands.

We will be practicing Tai Chi sword. Students who have their own swords should bring them to class. Wooden or metal swords are acceptable.

We are proud to offer our school’s first lion dance classes.

These classes are open to all Kung Fu students ten-years-old and older, as well as Tiger Team students.

The class will meet every other Wednesday.

There is no fee but students will be expected to commit to the practice consistently in advance of an event.

We will be sparring. Students should bring their own sparring equipment if they have it:

• Gloves

• Helmets

• Boots

• Mouthguards

• Cups (for male body students)

• Shin guards (optional)

• Chest protectors (optional)

• Wraps (optional)

There are extra helmets, gloves, boots, and shin guards to borrow from the school.

Our sparring is safe and consensual. The best sparring gear is communication with your partner!

We will be working on staff. Students should bring their own staff if they have one. If not, we have extras to borrow from the school. The class is beginner friendly and open to all students regardless of experience level.

Weapons are not toys. Even practice weapons can be dangerous, and need to be handled with respect and appreciation for the fact that they can cause serious injury. Students who cannot display sufficient self-control for weapon work will not be permitted to train during these classes.

We will be working on staff. Students should bring their own staff if they have one. If not, we have extras to borrow from the school. The class is beginner friendly and open to all teen and adult students.

Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pmStarting May 7th.

For students thirteen years old and older.

This class is designed specifically for beginner students, and will cover basic stances, blocks, punches, and kicks. It will also include strength-building, cardio training, and stretching. Jo Gao Yaron will cover basic Kung Fu forms including Genesis Set, Shaolin Stance Form, Luohan Stance Form, and Connecting Fist.

There is no extra cost!

Read more about Jo Gao Yaron here.

We will be sparring. Students should bring their own sparring equipment if they have it:

• Gloves

• Helmets

• Boots

• Mouthguards

• Cups (for male body students)

• Shin guards (optional)

• Chest protectors (optional)

• Wraps (optional)

There are extra helmets, gloves, boots, and shin guards to borrow from the school.

Our sparring is safe and consensual. The best sparring gear is communication with your partner!

Immediately following the Kung Fu Ranking, Shigong Gary will be running a Kung Fu Lab, where he will take students through a deep dive on one specific form.

Kung Fu Lab Version 1.2 will continue a deep study of our form, Northern Style Fist 北派拳 (Běi Pài Quán). Often referred to as Bāk Pài Quán (the Cantonese pronunciation) in our school, this form is a Zhǎng Quán 長拳 (Northern Long Fist) form with Northern Shaolin 北少林拳 (Běi Shàolínquán) modifications.

Shigong Gary will be explaining self-defense and sparring applications, training techniques, conditioning, 2-person drills, and more.

The class is open to all Kung Fu students (kids and adults) who have begun learning Northern Style Fist.

Cost: $20/student (cash preferred)

Kung Fu Ranking

Saturday December 6th, 10-11am

Metrowest Kung Fu
69 Main Street
Maynard, MA 01754

Students who pass the Kung Fu Test November 22nd will receive their new sashes during this formal ceremony. All students are encouraged to attend. Participation is mandatory for black sashes.

This is a joyous occasion to celebrate our students’ accomplishments in Kung Fu. As such, family and friends are welcome, photos and videos are encouraged.

We will be working on staff. Students should bring their own staff if they have one. If not, we have extras to borrow from the school. The class is beginner friendly and open to all students regardless of experience level.

Weapons are not toys. Even practice weapons can be dangerous, and need to be handled with respect and appreciation for the fact that they can cause serious injury. Students who cannot display sufficient self-control for weapon work will not be permitted to train during these classes.

We are proud to offer our school’s first lion dance classes.

These classes are open to all Kung Fu students ten-years-old and older, as well as Tiger Team students.

The class will meet every other Wednesday.

There is no fee but students will be expected to commit to the practice consistently in advance of an event.

17th Annual F.A.M.A. Tournament & Celebration

Dana Barros Basketball Club
1776 Washington Street
Stoughton, MA 02072

We’ll be joining our friends from Bridgewater Martial Arts who are hosting this fun, friendly, and well-organized tournament.

This is an open tournament, meaning there are other martial arts styles besides Kung Fu, including a full contact fighting division.

This is a very beginner-friendly tournament. Contact us with any questions!

Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pmStarting May 7th.

For students thirteen years old and older.

This class is designed specifically for beginner students, and will cover basic stances, blocks, punches, and kicks. It will also include strength-building, cardio training, and stretching. Jo Gao Yaron will cover basic Kung Fu forms including Genesis Set, Shaolin Stance Form, Luohan Stance Form, and Connecting Fist.

There is no extra cost!

Read more about Jo Gao Yaron here.

Black sash students will be training with Shitaigong Gregg viz Zoom.

Cost: $20/student

Please pay Shifu Eliot via cash, check, or Venmo.

We will be working on staff. Students should bring their own staff if they have one. If not, we have extras to borrow from the school. The class is beginner friendly and open to all teen and adult students.

ello fellow drummers, dancers, and friends!

November may bring colder weather, drab vegetation, and sunsets before 5pm, but it also brings my birthday - and this year it's a big one, ending in 0!  It would mean so much to me to celebrate this milestone with you all.  There will be drumming, dancing, and cake!  NO gifts please, but feel free to bring something yummy to share.

Date: Sunday, 11/23

Time: 2-4:30pm

Location: Metrowest Kung Fu - 69 Main Street, Maynard, MA

Cost: $5/adult (cash or Venmo), free for kids 12 and under

Now for the nitty gritty!

● The MDC is a freestyle drum & dance event. No hand-drum or dance experience is required, and all skill levels are welcome!

● There is ample street parking, as well as the "basin" parking lot flanked by Summer, Nason and Main Streets. Since it's a Sunday, parking is free.

● Kids are absolutely welcome to attend (and participate!) but require adult supervision.

● There will be a wide selection of percussive instruments for anyone who needs to borrow, but you're encouraged to bring your own if you have them. Didgeridoos, Native American flutes, rhythm bones, etc. are also welcome.

● Several folding chairs and stools will be available, but you may want to bring your own for maximum comfort.

● You can arrive at any time (doors will open at 1:45pm) and leave when you must. 

● There will be a short social/snack break in the middle. Water and snacks will be provided, though you are welcome to bring something to share if you'd like.

● I will be raffling off something drum-related, TBD - you'll just have to come to the drum circle to find out! 

● As always, please remember to remove your street shoes upon entering, in respect to the guan which Eliot has so graciously been letting us use for the MDC. 

Feel free to forward this email to anyone who you think would be interested in participating! You can also find this event on Facebook (even if you don't have a FB account) at this link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BQv4tjwcs/ - please share widely! RSVPs are encouraged so that I have a rough idea of how many people are coming and how much food to bring.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to me (MaynardDrumCircle at gmail dot com) with any questions.  

I hope to see lots of familiar faces and some new ones too! 

Thanks!

~Betsey

ello fellow drummers, dancers, and friends!

November may bring colder weather, drab vegetation, and sunsets before 5pm, but it also brings my birthday - and this year it's a big one, ending in 0!  It would mean so much to me to celebrate this milestone with you all.  There will be drumming, dancing, and cake!  NO gifts please, but feel free to bring something yummy to share.

Date: Sunday, 11/23

Time: 2-4:30pm

Location: Metrowest Kung Fu - 69 Main Street, Maynard, MA

Cost: $5/adult (cash or Venmo), free for kids 12 and under

Now for the nitty gritty!

● The MDC is a freestyle drum & dance event. No hand-drum or dance experience is required, and all skill levels are welcome!

● There is ample street parking, as well as the "basin" parking lot flanked by Summer, Nason and Main Streets. Since it's a Sunday, parking is free.

● Kids are absolutely welcome to attend (and participate!) but require adult supervision.

● There will be a wide selection of percussive instruments for anyone who needs to borrow, but you're encouraged to bring your own if you have them. Didgeridoos, Native American flutes, rhythm bones, etc. are also welcome.

● Several folding chairs and stools will be available, but you may want to bring your own for maximum comfort.

● You can arrive at any time (doors will open at 1:45pm) and leave when you must. 

● There will be a short social/snack break in the middle. Water and snacks will be provided, though you are welcome to bring something to share if you'd like.

● I will be raffling off something drum-related, TBD - you'll just have to come to the drum circle to find out! 

● As always, please remember to remove your street shoes upon entering, in respect to the guan which Eliot has so graciously been letting us use for the MDC. 

Feel free to forward this email to anyone who you think would be interested in participating! You can also find this event on Facebook (even if you don't have a FB account) at this link: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BQv4tjwcs/ - please share widely! RSVPs are encouraged so that I have a rough idea of how many people are coming and how much food to bring.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to me (MaynardDrumCircle at gmail dot com) with any questions.  

I hope to see lots of familiar faces and some new ones too! 

Thanks!

~Betsey

Kung Fu Test

Saturday November 22nd
11:15am-12:30pm

Metrowest Kung Fu
69 Main Street
Maynard, MA 01754

Ranking candidates will test for their sashes. In order to qualify, students must complete all charting and/or sign-offs by Saturday November 8th. This includes the $35 sash fee.

All students are encouraged to attend and support their classmates. Attendance is mandatory for black sashes. Photos and videos are welcome!

We will be sparring. Students should bring their own sparring equipment if they have it:

• Gloves

• Helmets

• Boots

• Mouthguards

• Cups (for male body students)

• Shin guards (optional)

• Chest protectors (optional)

• Wraps (optional)

There are extra helmets, gloves, boots, and shin guards to borrow from the school.

Our sparring is safe and consensual. The best sparring gear is communication with your partner!

We are proud to offer our school’s first lion dance classes.

These classes are open to all Kung Fu students ten-years-old and older, as well as Tiger Team students.

The class will meet every other Wednesday.

There is no fee but students will be expected to commit to the practice consistently in advance of an event.