Hello, I'm a dedicated practitioner and teacher of traditional Chinese martial and meditative arts, based in Birmingham, Alabama.

 

My journey in these arts began in Los Angeles in 1989 when I had the privilege of beginning my training under Sifu John Fey. This meeting marked the beginning of what would become a lifelong path of study and practice in the ancient arts of China. Under his expert guidance, I developed a deep understanding and appreciation for these timeless traditions.

 

Over the years, I have immersed myself in multiple disciplines, including The New Forest Arts, Qigong, Tai Chi, Hsing I, Pa Kua, Water Boxing (Lui Ho Pa Fa), Da Cheng, Northern Shaolin Kung Fu, and several schools of seated meditation. Each art has contributed to my understanding of the interconnected principles that govern movement, breath, energy cultivation, and mindful awareness.

 

Today, I serve as a teacher for Taomatrix, where I have the honor of sharing these profound practices with students seeking to enhance their physical well-being, mental clarity, and spiritual development. My approach emphasizes the traditional foundations while making these ancient arts accessible to modern practitioners with both in-person classes and on-line courses.

In addition to my teaching, I work as a photographer here in Birmingham At Big Swede Media Works, finding that both pursuits complement each other in their attention to presence, timing, and the appreciation of subtle beauty in everyday moments.

 

I remain deeply grateful to Sifu John Fey for his teachings and mentorship, which opened the doorway to this rich tradition. It is my privilege to honor this mentorship by passing on these valuable arts to the next generation of students, to the best of my ability, helping them discover the transformative power of these ancient Chinese practices.