South Austin Kung Fu teaches a style with roots going back over
1,500 years. Made famous in the US by Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and
Jet Li — our lineage has been taught here since 1964.
We believe martial arts is for everyone. No ego. No barriers. Just
show up, and we'll do the rest.
We'll reach out within 24 hours to confirm your first class. Your
journey begins now.
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Our Programs
Three distinct disciplines, one welcoming studio. Whether you're 5 or
75, there's a path here for you.
Adult Kung Fu
Self DefenseCardioStrengthAgility
Challenge yourself physically and mentally. Build instinctive
self-defense skills rooted in 1,500 years of Shaolin tradition —
and meet the best version of yourself along the way.
Slow graceful movements with deep power behind them. Tai Chi is
for every adult — from your 20s through your 80s — and has been
shown to improve balance, mental clarity, and overall health.
The only thing many kids ever "stick with." Tigers and Dragons
programs teach patience, inner discipline, and real confidence —
in a safe, supportive, and fun environment.
Our Adult Kung Fu classes teach traditional Shaolin-Do forms —
including animal forms, weapons, and effective self-defense
techniques refined over 1,500 years. Our style was popularized in
the US by Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Jet Li, and has been taught
here since 1964.
Students leave class knowing they have the ability to defend
themselves and their families. But the real transformation is
deeper — improved flexibility, sharpened mental focus, and a
genuine sense of empowerment in all areas of life.
To be a master of Kung Fu means to be a master of oneself.
Feel New Inner Confidence
Learn Instinctive Self-Defense Skills
Become Mentally Empowered
Get In Shape While Having Fun
Restore Overall Health
Become More Flexible
Beginner Schedule
5 classes available per week — including lunch, evening, and
weekend times. Most students attend 2–3 times per week.
Monday6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 PM
Friday6:30 PM
Saturday10:00 AM
Belt Levels
Progress through White → Yellow → Blue → Green → Brown (3
levels) → Black (4 levels). Each level unlocks new techniques,
forms, and depth.
Tai Chi Chuan — Grand Ultimate Fist — teaches you to move with
grace and control. Students in our Austin classes range from their
20s through their 80s. Every modern study on aging and the brain
has supported the step-by-step approach of Tai Chi to prevent
age-related mental and physical decline.
Our curriculum includes Chi Kung, breathing exercises, and
meditation. We welcome seniors with modifications if necessary —
everyone can benefit from Tai Chi practice.
Keep in mind: Tai Chi Chuan was developed as a martial art. The
graceful movements and focus on body control will refine your
ability to move, and bring sophisticated depth to any fighting
practice you already have.
Mental Peace and Clarity
Balanced and Energetic Health
Greater Flexibility and Coordination
Improved Balance and Postural Control
Stress Reduction and Deep Breathing
Helps with Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Osteoporosis
Beginner Schedule
5 classes per week, including morning, evening, and Saturday
options. Attend at your own pace.
Tuesday9:00 AM & 6:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM
Saturday11:00 AM
Sash Levels
Progress through White → 4th Black sash. Each level deepens your
understanding of form, breath, and internal energy.
The only thing many kids ever stick with. Tigers (4–6) and Dragons
(7+) programs build discipline, confidence, and real fitness — in a
safe, fun environment.
Kids Kung Fu teaches mental focus, inner discipline, personal
responsibility, and self-defense skill — in a supportive and fun
environment. Parents often tell us it's the only activity their
child has ever truly committed to.
There is nothing magical about getting a black belt. The magic is
who your child becomes on the way to that goal.
🐯 Tigers
Age 4 – 6
Two 30-minute classes per week designed specifically for the
attention span and energy of young children. Fun, focused, and
foundational.
🐉 Dragons
Age 7 and up
Three 45-minute classes per week. Two classes focus on new
material and skills. One conditioning class builds strength
and endurance.
Mental Focus and Academic Performance
Inner Confidence in Every Situation
Inner Discipline and Perseverance
Health, Fitness, and Stamina
Self-Defense Skills
Goal Setting and Achievement
Tigers Schedule
Age 4–6. Two 30-minute sessions per week.
Wednesday7:30 PM
Saturday9:00 AM
Dragons Schedule
Age 7+. Three 45-minute sessions per week.
Monday6:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 PM
Saturday9:00 AM
Bring Your Child In
First class is always free. Come see the studio, meet the
instructor, and let your child decide if it feels right.
1,500 years of tradition, practiced in South Austin with the
discipline and heart it has always demanded.
The Lineage
Shaolin-Do in Austin
South Austin Kung Fu teaches Shaolin-Do — a style with roots
stretching back over 1,500 years. Popularized in the United States
by Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan, and Jet Li, our style has been taught
on American soil since 1964.
We believe martial arts is for everyone. Our studio at Burleson
Road is a no-ego space — children, adults, seniors, beginners, and
advanced students all train alongside each other and push each
other higher.
"You don't have to be great to start. You have to start to
become great."
Every class, every time, you leave stronger than you walked in.
That is the commitment we make to every student who walks through
our door.
SAKF partners with Tiger Crane Community Fitness, a 501(c)(3)
non-profit making martial arts accessible to those who couldn't
otherwise afford it — covering tuition, gear, and training
expenses.
South Austin Kung Fu believes martial arts should be available to
everyone — regardless of financial circumstances.
Our Partnership
Tiger Crane Community Fitness
South Austin Kung Fu partners with Tiger Crane Community Fitness,
a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on making martial arts
more accessible and affordable.
By covering the costs of tuition, gear, and other training-related
expenses, Tiger Crane supports training for people who would
otherwise be unable to experience martial arts.
This partnership is growing, and we need your help. Every donation
goes directly to supporting students in the Austin community.
