Traditional Arts
for a Modern World
Virtual Live Classes and In-Person Instruction
Wushu - Wushujia - Taiji - Health Qigong - QiDu - Padded Weapons
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Strength
Growth
Balance
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US Challenge
August 9 - 10, 2025

Registration is Open
"Quest for Excellence". An international championship in Wushu, Kung Fu, Padded Weapons Sparring, Taiji and Other Internal Styles will be held on August 9th and 10th, 2025 in Lanham, MD.
See some pictures from the 2024 event
Results
It can be hard...
Elite Wushu Summer Camp
August 1 - August 8, 2025

Elite Wushu Camp will be
August 1 - August 8, 2025
Registration now open
This camp is open to all levels of Wushu practitioners!
All skill levels are welcome and will benefit from this intensive training. This camp is also appropriate for those who are just beginning their Wushu journey and wish to start out with a good foundation.

Life skills to reduce stress and cultivate focus for health and wellness.
QiDu Program registration now open!

Join our next class!
QiDu 气度: Pathway to Tranquility.
The QiDu class uses gentle physical movements and meditative techniques to allow you to clear your mind and decrease stress.
Student Comments:
Collette C.
I feel better and I’m smiling more since joining the class.
Kathleen C.
This class helps me focus and find calm, no matter what is happening around me.
Sharpen Mind
Calm Emotions
Build Resilience
'We are committed to support and
to challenge each other for our mutual growth.'
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- USWA Student Creed
Character is Destiny

'The essence of life is in the constant refinement of ones spiritual self.'
Christopher Pei
Coach
At the US Wushu Academy, we believe martial arts transcend physical mastery, they are a pathway to forging unshakable character. Rooted in ancient traditions, our philosophy centers on nurturing six core qualities that transform students into resilient, disciplined, and compassionate individuals.
Respect forms the bedrock of our training. Students learn to honor their coaches, peers, and opponents, recognizing that every interaction is an opportunity for growth. This humility fosters camaraderie and mutual understanding, even in competition.
Discipline is ingrained through rigorous practice. Our structured programs challenge students to push beyond limits, cultivating mental fortitude and accountability. Daily repetition of forms and techniques teaches patience, proving that greatness is earned, not giving.
Peace is a cornerstone of Wushu. We emphasize that true strength lies in restraint. Students train to resolve conflicts with wisdom, not aggression, embodying the adage: “The best fight is the one avoided.”
Perseverance is tested and celebrated. Wushu’s journey is lifelong, filled with setbacks and breakthroughs. Through failures, students learn resilience, understanding that progress demands unwavering commitment.
Humility keeps egos in check. Even as skills grow, students are reminded that mastery is endless. We encourage openness to feedback, fostering a mindset of continuous improvement.
Finally, courage is honed both physically and mentally. Whether performing complex techniques or facing personal fears, students learn to confront challenges head-on, transforming fear into focus.
At the US Wushu Academy, these values intertwine to shape individuals of strong character. Beyond kicks and punches, we build leaders who embody respect, discipline, and integrity, prepared to thrive in life’s battles, both inside and outside the academy.
Join us, and let Wushu sculpt not just your body, but your soul.
Christopher Pei
Coach