Thomas Academy Tai Chi Kung Fu for Kids and Adults

Shifu Thomas has competed in national and international martial arts tournaments and has won numerous championships and awards, as have many of his students. At Thomas Academy of Tai Chi Kung Fu, Shifu Thomas teaches a wide variety of Chinese Martial Arts styles to students of any age and skill level.

Shifu Thomas has studied at Columbia University (in New York City), graduated magna cum laude and holds degrees in both psychology and social work, which he puts to good use building a happier, healthier, and more harmonious community. He has been involved in many community service activities in addition to his martial arts teaching, including:

Crisis Intervention Counseling
Drug, Alcohol, and Family Counseling
Working with adolescents and "at-risk" youth
Working with the aged
Alzheimer's Patient Advocacy
Parkinson's Patient Advocacy
Certified APDA's Parkinson's Disease Awareness Training for Fitness Professionals
Director, Xingtai Wushu Taijiquan Research Association, American Branch

Our School

Thomas Academy of Tai Chi | Kung Fu is dedicated to educating and informing the public about the nature and benefits of Chinese Martial Arts.

We are dedicated to teaching only the highest quality traditional styles of Tai Chi Chuan, Baguazhang, Xing Yi Quan, Push Hands, Northern and Southern styles of Shaolin Kung Fu, traditional Chinese weapons, and self-defense to all ages and fitness levels.

In addition to our regular classes, we offer specialty workshops, which are focused, in-depth training sessions that include Meditative Qigong, Tai Chi, Weapons, and Push Hands. It is important to note that we are the only school in America that offers instruction in authentic Xingtai, China, Chen Gu An Wu Hao Tai Chi Staff. Please feel free to browse around or click to contact us. We're glad you're here!

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Our Lineage

A Tradition of Excellence

Shifu Thomas is honored to have been selected as the 7th generation disciple of Grand Master Chen Shu Dao, a 6th generation Wu Hao Tai Chi practitioner and the son of Great Grand Master Chen Gu An, the only Wu Hao grandmaster officially recognized by the Chinese government.

Shifu Thomas is also the 6th generation, "First Foreigner" Disciple under the renowned 5th generation Yang Style Grandmaster Meng Xian Min.

Each Grandmaster has provided Shifu Thomas with a wealth of his respective style's history, philosophy, martial arts applications, and empty hand and weapons forms.

Private Lessons

Accelerate your Training!

Why should you choose Private Lessons?

You decide the level and pace for training.
Lessons are arranged to meet your schedule.
You decide what you want to learn.
Individualized programs to meet your specific needs.
Receive individual, one-on-one training. Or, share a lesson with friends or family!

Rates:

Shifu Thomas
$125/hour
(Email to be put on waiting list)

Shijié Dionne Cornwell
Senior Instructor
$110/hour
(Booking now!)

Instructors
$80/hour
(Booking now!)

If you prefer a private lesson at your location, a travel fee will be calculated.

Ask about our Private Class Discount Packages!

Seminars &
Presentations

Seminars and Workshops for your Organization or Community!

Thomas Academy will bring Tai Chi to your community, church, business, or other organization! We will come to you and teach an 8 week Tai Chi course within a 30 mile radius of Tulsa. Travel fees may be required for distances further than 30 miles. Please click here to contact Shifu Thomas.

You will receive hands on training in Tai Chi. The cost is $1200 per eight week class. Maximum class size is only limited by the space available. (If you have 2, or 20, students, the total cost is the same, so it's only $60 per person!)

Shifu Thomas also offers professional presentations and seminars. Please inquire regarding fees. Available topics include:

Meditation
Introduction To Tai Chi
Drug/Alcohol Addiction, and Family-Related issues
Burnout, both in the home and in the workplace
The Importance of Having Fun
Team Building: Improving Productivity and Motivation
Living Longer: Living Life With Quality

Special group packages are also available, and are ideal for Employee Wellness Benefit Programs!

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Our Styles

Tai Chi Chuan, Baguazhang, Xing Yi Quan, Northern Shaolin Kung Fu, Push Hands

Authentic Chinese Martial Arts

The Chinese government recognizes the late Grandmaster Chen Gu An, and his son, Grandmaster Chen Shu Dao, as designated representatives of Wu Hao Tai Chi Chuan.

Shifu Thomas is a seventh generation closed door disciple in Wu Hao, under Grandmaster Chen Shu Dao, of Xingtai, Hebei, China. Our Xing Yi and Bagua also come from Grandmaster Chen Shu Dao.

Shifu Thomas is also the sixth generation, "First Foreigner" Disciple under the renowned fifth generation Yang Style Grandmaster Meng Xian Min, of Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.

During his August 2004 China trip, Shifu Thomas was appointed the Director of the American branch of the China Xing Tai Wushu Tai Chi Research Association.

Shifu Thomas makes regular, return trips to China to study with his teachers, striving to perfect the arts, as well as adding new, more advanced material.

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Kids' Kung Fu

Learn while having fun!

Kung Fu is a form of Chinese Martial Arts using movements that can be fast, fluid, and powerful. Patterned from nature, the art of Kung Fu reflects nature's speed and force, combined with grace and harmony.

Thomas Academy offers material from both the Northern and Southern styles of Kung Fu. Some of our Kung Fu weapons practice includes staff, broadsword, straight sword, spear, fan, nunchaku, and much more. This ancient martial art is fun, healthful, and practical in its use for self defense.

Kung Fu can be described as "Power Disguised in Elegance," and can be enjoyed by all ages and fitness levels. Come join the fun!

Check out our Kids' Kung Fu class schedule!

Pricing & Schedule

Feel free to drop by and say hello!

To pay your fees, please click here! Thank you!

At Thomas Academy, your safety and well-being is our #1 priority. We are exercising caution, along the guidelines suggested by our medical and scientific community. You are welcome to wear a mask to attend in-person classes (schedule below)!

We do ask that you remove your shoes when you enter and place them on the rack by the door. Please wear socks at all times, to help us keep it clean!

PRIVATE LESSONS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE!

Come join us!

Thomas Academy offers daytime, evening, and weekend group classes to accommodate everyone's schedule. Online Private Lessons and personal training are also available for those wanting one-on-one instruction.

One class each week for $55 per month

Two classes each week for $85 per month

Unlimited classes each week for $105 per month

Try a class for $15, and when you decide to sign up afterward, we'll apply it to your fees!

Prepaid Unlimited Class Packages

6 months prepaid unlimited classes - $525

1 year prepaid unlimited classes - $1000

One time sign up fee of $45. No contracts! Gift packages available.
Ask us about family discounts for both Kung Fu and Tai Chi!
No class on major holidays. Workshops, Sparring, and Tournament fees not included. No refunds on membership, tuition, class fee or package purchases.

A Gift for Life!

CONTACT

We'd love to hear from you!

Contact

For the quickest response, please message us on Facebook,

Or, click here to send an e-mail,

You can also leave a message at +1 (918) 664-9191,

or, drop by and visit us at:
4775 S Harvard Ave, Suite C
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74135
We're on the east side of Harvard, near New York Pizza!

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