History

The lineage of the Kung Fu Academy traces back to the rich traditions of the Shaolin Wu-Yi Institute, which itself descends from a long and storied history of Chinese martial arts. The roots of these teachings date back to 527 AD when the Buddhist monk Da Mo introduced exercises at the Shaolin Temple to enhance both physical and spiritual cultivation. Over centuries, these practices evolved into various martial systems, including the renowned Shaolin Five Animals. The lineage passed through generations of warriors and scholars, including Grandmaster Fan Chi Sau, who trained at the prestigious Nanking Central Kuoshu Institute in the 1930s and later fled to Taiwan during the Communist takeover of China. His disciple, Master Chen Shuei Tsai, carried on the tradition and mentored Master Silvio Azzolini, who, after rigorous training, founded the Chinese Martial Arts Institute in Texas in 1986.

The teachings continued through Sifu Alschbach, who trained under Master Azzolini before founding the Shaolin Wu-Yi Institute in Plano, TX, in 2006. With a mission to preserve and promote traditional Shaolin Kung Fu, the institute became a leading martial arts school in the region. Today, the lineage continues with the Kung Fu Academy of North Texas, the newest school in this tradition, carrying forward the legacy of authentic Shaolin martial arts. Under the guidance of skilled instructors, the academy upholds the values of discipline, respect, and excellence, ensuring that the profound knowledge and combat skills of Shaolin continue to thrive for future generations.