Meet our certified instructors here at the Alameda School
Master Sam - Zhen Deng
Sifu Sam started his Kung-Fu training under Emei Grandmaster Peilian Zhang. At age of 10, he was selected from thousands of candidates to be a member of Sichuan province professional wushu team.He became National Champion in Staff and Mantis at 1988’s Warrior Cup. For his excellent performance, Sifu Sam was awarded “Wu Ying” the highest martial arts rank in China in 1989. In 1992, Sifu Sam took the first place at the International Wushu Championship held in Hiroshima, Japan in Eagle Claw and Mantis. Adding to his collection of achievements, Sifu Sam became a first grade National Martial Arts judge in China, and the assistant coach in Sichuan Professional Wushu Team.He is also vice chairman of Emei kung fu association of ChongQing city of China. In the past, he worked for the Hollywood movie “MATRIX II” and “MISSION IMPOSSIBLE 3”
Sifu Joshua
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.
Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.
Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Francisco
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.
Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.
Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Dan
A trainer at USA Kung Fu Studio since 2008, Sifu Dan brings 20 years of professional experience to his clients. He started his martial arts adventure at the age of 7 with Sigung Art Gitlin of Haak Kung Chuan in Alameda. He went on to study multiple martial arts, including Wing Chun, Aikido, Karate, Jiu-Jitsu, Taekwondo, Western Fencing and Shaolin Kung Fu.
Sifu Brent
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.
Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.
Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu August
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.
Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.
Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Ford
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.
Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.
Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Novak
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.
Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.
Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Gabriel
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.
Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.
Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Gigi
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.
Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.
Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Brian
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.
Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.
Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Shay
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.
Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.
Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Lilian
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sfiu Walden
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Chris
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sfiu Long
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Aaron
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sfiu Novak
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sfiu Serena
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sfiu Denis
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sifu Max
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.
Sfiu Grishen
Our professional Black Belt Instructors are experts in both the art of Kung Fu, and the art of teaching.Each instructor is carefully selected and specially trained by Master Sam through his Instructor Training Program. Because Instructors are continuously upgrading and refining their martial arts and teaching skills, our students are ensured of receiving the highest level of quality instruction and personalized attention.
Our instructors have depth of knowledge, dedication, and experience, all of which enable them to be great teachers and motivators. Each instructor also has a wealth of experience that goes beyond the classroom including forms and sparring competitions, performing, full-contact kickboxing and lion dancing. And of course, they are well versed and highly skilled in the movements, intricacies, and applications of the many Kung Fu forms taught at the Studio.
In addition, they have the heart and soul behind their teaching that gives our students an experience far more rich and diverse than available through any other training program.
They are dedicated to their training as well as to continuous improvement in the classrooms they lead.Proficiency alone does not make an Instructor. Great skill combined with the determination to excel, the love of teaching, and the desire to help others learn and benefit, is the make-up of a USA KUNG FU STUDIO Instructor.