Upcoming events.
No Class
The school will be closed as Shifu will be on vacation.
YOGA WITH MAGGIE WILL RUN AS SCHEDULED.
Tai Chi and Kung Fu students are encouraged to train with Shigong Gary at New England Kung Fu:
OXFORD SCHEDULE:
Adult Kung Fu
Mondays & Wednesdays: 6-7pm (Beginner & Intermediate students, White thru Blue Sash)
Mondays & Wednesdays: 7-8pm (Advanced students, Brown and Black Sash)
Kids Kung Fu
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 5-5:45pm (all ages and ranks)
Tai Chi
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 5:45-6:45pm (Beginner students, do not yet know Yang 24 Movement Form)
Mondays & Wednesdays: 5-6pm (Intermediate & advanced students, know Yang 24 Movement Form)
Kung Fu Test
Sash Test will take place Saturday March 1st, beginning at 11:15am, at the Maynard school.
The length of the test will depend on how many students are testing and for what sashes (higher sashes take more time), but it should run approximately 60-90 minutes. Full, clean uniform is required: school t-shirt (tucked in), training pants, training shoes, and sash (if applicable.) This is a formal occasion - students should arrive with clean hygiene and a sharp appearance.
All students who finished charting and/or sign-offs are required to attend. If you cannot attend, contact Shifu Eliot to make alternate arrangements.
Due date for charting and sign-offs, including sash fees, was February 15th. As such, you will not be permitted to test if your sign-offs are incomplete or you have any outstanding invoices, including the sash fee. Sash fee may be paid online.
Students who are not testing are encouraged to participate in the test in support of their classmates. Spectators are welcome, photos and videos are encouraged!
Cassie Johnson Black Sash Test
Saturday March 8th
11am-1pm
Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy of New England
4 Jackson Court, Unit C
Oxford, MA 01540
Cassie will be testing for her black sash. This is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and as such, all of Cassie’s classmates should attend the event to support her.
Attendance is required for black sashes. It is very strongly encouraged for all other students.
We will have several guests of honor on Cassie’s Black Sash Test Panel, including:
We thank these talented instructors for presiding over the event, and for their support of Cassie’s development as a martial artist over the years.
Sanda Seminar
Authentic Shaolin Kung Fu
194 Morris Avenue, Building 2, Unit 17
Holtsville, NY 11742
From our Kung Fu family at Authentic Shaolin Kung Fu:
Join us for an intensive sanda seminar on March 15th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
This hands-on event will cover essential drills, powerful throws, and dynamic road work techniques. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to sanda, this seminar offers valuable insights and practical skills to elevate your training.
Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your techniques and enhance your performance.
Cost: $200/student
18 Luohan Qigong & Taiji Jian with Shifu Gregg Zilb
Metrowest Kung Fu
69 Main Street
Maynard, MA 01754
Join Shifu Eliot’s Shigong Shifu Gregg Zilb of Authentic Shaolin Kung Fu for a workshop on Qigong and Tai Chi Sword.
This workshop is a continuation of last year’s seminar with Shifu Gregg. We will start by reviewing the Tai Chi sword form taught last year, as well as the first part of the 18 Luohan Qigong form. Then, Shifu Gregg will teach the next part of the 18 Luohan Qigong form.
The seminar is beginner-friendly and open to all.
Cost: $200/student
New York Liberty Kung Fu Cup
Yes We Can Community Center
141 Garden Street
Westbury, NY 11590
From our friends at Ortiz Chinese Boxing Association:
Attention all Kung Fu enthusiasts! Get ready for an exhilarating day of martial arts excellence at the New York Liberty Kung Fu Cup Championship on Sunday, April 27, 2025. This event is not just a competition; it’s an invitation to join a community that values skill, sportsmanship, and personal growth.
Whether you’re a seasoned martial artist or just beginning your Kung Fu journey, our championship provides a platform for everyone to shine. Embrace the challenge, showcase your dedication, and connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for the art of Kung Fu.
This is your chance to be part of something extraordinary – a celebration of skill, discipline, and the spirit of friendly competition. Register now and be a part of the New York Liberty Kung Fu Cup Championship, where warriors come together to push their limits and forge unforgettable memories!
Kids Sparring Class
Students should bring their own sparring gear to class if they have it.
Combined Sparring Class
Metrowest Kung Fu
69 Main Street
Maynard, MA 01754
The Oxford and Maynard schools will be training reaction skills (push hands and sparring) together.
Gear is required for sparring; if you do not have your own, you may borrow it from the school. The class is free, but cash donations to Shifu Gary are welcome.
Our sparring is safe and friendly; beginners are welcome.
Tai Chi Ranking
All students are encouraged to come support their classmates, who will be receiving their next sashes during this formal ceremony. Friends and family are welcome, pictures and videos are encouraged! Charting must be completed, and $35 sash fee must be paid by Saturday February 1st. Students may pay online, or in-person at the school via cash, check, or card.
Thai Yoga & Sound Bath with Karen Larsen & Amanda Farr
Long and deep yoga postures with hands on assistance from expert instructor Karen Larsen, with sound bath healing by Amanda Farr.
Cost: $20 per student
Adults Sparring Class
Students should bring their own sparring gear to class if they have it.
Chinese New Year Celebration
Celebrate Year of the Wood Snake with us!
Saturday February 1st
11am: Northern Snake Style
1pm: White Lotus Single Dagger
Cost
1 seminar: $150
2 seminars: $100
Seminars open to students thirteen years and older.
LocationKung Fu & Tai Chi Academy of New England
4 Jackson Court, Unit C
Oxford, MA 01540
Dinner will follow at MeiJi Restaurant.
MeiJi Asian Cuisine
24 Leicester Street
North Oxford, MA 01537
Kids Sparring Class
Students should bring their own sparring gear to class if they have it.
Kick Like a Girl with Shifu Cheyenne
Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy of New England
4 Jackson Court, Unit C
Oxford, MA 01540
“Kick Like a Girl”
Women/Femmes Only Self-Defense Class with Shifu Cheyenne LaChapelle
Ages 12 and up, under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
$20 per student (Cash or Venmo)
Wear workout attire and bring a water bottle.
Changing rooms available.
No Class
The school will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
“There comes a time when one must take a position that is neither safe, nor politic, nor popular, but he must take it because conscience tells him it is right.”
- Martin Luther King Jr.
Adults Sparring Class
Students should bring their own sparring gear to class if they have it.
Combined Sparring Class
Kung Fu & Tai Chi Academy of New England
4 Jackson Court, Unit C
Oxford, MA 01540
The Oxford and Maynard schools will be training reaction skills (push hands and sparring) together.
Gear is required for sparring; if you do not have your own, you may borrow it from the school. The class is free, but cash donations to Shifu Gary are welcome.
Our sparring is safe and friendly; beginners are welcome.
Kids Sparring Class
Students should bring their own sparring gear to class if they have it.
Adults Sparring Class
Students should bring their own sparring gear to class if they have it.
Kids Sparring Class
Students should bring their own sparring gear to class if they have it.
Kung Fu Ranking
Metrowest Kung Fu
69 Main Street
Maynard, MA 01754
Students who pass the November 23rd test will receive their new sashes in this formal ranking ceremony.
Oxford and Maynard students, both kids and adults, will all participate in the ceremony which starts at 12:30pm. Guests are encouraged, photos and videos welcome.
Make-Up Test
Metrowest Kung Fu
69 Main Street
Maynard, MA 01754
Maynard Kung Fu students will test for their next sashes Saturday November 23rd.
Kids will test 11:30am-12:30pm.
Adults will test 12:30-1:30pm.
There will be no Kids Kung Fu or Tai Chi class.
Yoga with Julie will run as scheduled.
All Northern Long Fist charting and/or Shaolin sign-offs (including sash fees) must be completed by Saturday November 2nd.
Maynard Business Alliance Holiday Stroll
Each December, the Maynard Business Alliance sponsors this festive event in celebration of the holidays. The evening begins in Memorial Park with holiday carols and the countdown to the lighting of the tree and menorah. Live music, refreshments, and decorated storefronts help make the season bright.
At Metrowest Kung Fu, Shimu 师母 Greta will be setting up a gallery in the guan and selling her paintings.
New England Kung Fu Grand Re-Opening
4 Jackson Court, Unit C
Oxford, MA 01540
We’ll be joining Shifu Eliot’s classmates and teachers at New England Kung Fu for the grand opening of their new location. There will be lion dancing, Kung Fu and Tai Chi demonstrations, friends, and food!
Kids Sparring Class
Students should bring their own sparring gear to class if they have it.
16 Annual F.A.M.A. Tournament & Celebration
Dana Barros Basketball Club
1776 Washington Street
Stoughton, MA 02072
We’ll be supporting this fun and beginner-friendly open martial arts tournament, hosted by our friends at Bridgewater Martial Arts. Registration forms are available online.
Registration Deadline: November 18th