Sign up for a free kung fu and lion dance trial class!
You're invited to join our kung fu and lion dance trial classes in Vancouver! No obligation or hidden fees. You'll get a good grasp of the basics with our experienced instructors. All classes are held in Vancouver's Chinatown at 325 Keefer St.
General Practice
🕒 Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
🕒 Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Youth Practice (Ages 5 – 12+)
🕒 Saturdays, 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I Iearn?
We will cover a few fundamental kung fu movements, practical self-defence techniques, as well as an intro to lion dance. This will set the foundation of everything else you will learn in the future. We practice Choy Lee Fut (蔡李佛) kung fu and Fut San (佛山) lion dance.
Do I need previous martial arts experience or be in really good shape?
We are proud that we don't have any restrictions based on skill level, physical fitness, gender, age, or background. Anyone who is interested in learning kung fu and lion dance is invited to try. Our instructors and other members are supportive, friendly, and have experience working with beginners.
What should I bring to my kung fu trial class?
Bring comfortable clothes and shoes so you'll have the freedom to move around. We also suggest bringing a water bottle, but we will have water available on-site as well.
I like the class! What are the next steps?
If you enjoyed learning martial arts with us, our team will walk you through the next steps and invite you to our weekly training sessions. But, there are no obligations! If you join us for the free trial, there's no pressure to commit full-time; we're just glad you had the interest to give us a try.
How much are classes?
We are not-for-profit and operate on a pay-what-you-can model to ensure these classes are accessible to everyone. For example, students can pay a smaller amount if money is a barrier to learn kung fu. Our suggested pricing is $60 per month. All funds go back to the athletic club, the team, and equipment.
About Us
Chau Luen Athletics is Vancouver's premier lion dance, dragon dance, and Choy Lee Fut kung fu club.
We pride ourselves on teaching traditional techniques in our inclusive and accessible classes. Through captivating lion dances and dragon dances, we help preserve Chinese culture at community events across Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
