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Having previously been a student here for several years and since my recent return to the Carlisle Kung-Fu Center, I can't stress how awesome this Martial Arts Center is or how amazing the small community of Kung-Fu Students are here. People are very inviting, friendly and inspirational. The Teachers are also extremely knowledgeable, some having 10, 20 or more years of training as well as being super helpful with the education. Classes are 5 days a week, some evening and some day time; also a very good financial investment in yourself as Kung Fu is one of the greatest Martial Art systems available. The teachers also occasionally go over other forms of instruction like Nunchaku and Historic Fencing. I highly recommend this location for Martial Arts/Self Defense Training.
Carlisle Kung Fu Center is a true community, everyone works together to create a fun and educational experience. The upper ranks work to help the less experienced students to improve. The classes are always upbeat and a great work out. The welcoming atmosphere that this school has and the culture of everyone helping each other is a true testament to the ability of Shifu Cochran as a teacher.
Very well structured while still maintaining a convivial and friendly atmosphere. My son has a wonderful time here! The adult classes are very skill-friendly, truly good for all ages and abilities.
Liam and his teachers provide a safe and supportive environment for students to learn discipline and improve their overall strength. The team of teachers do a great job of instilling confidence in all of their learners. All while keeping the learning environment fun!
My son has been taking kung fu classes here and loves it. Liam is a great instructor and makes the classes fun. My son looks forward to going every week. We would highly recommend Carlisle kung fu.
My kids have been attending kung fu classes here since before the pandemic. Liam and the other shifus have epic patience!🤗 I’m not easily won over, but I explicitly trust them with my kids’ safety and mental wellbeing.
The kids’ classes are developmentally appropriate and delightfully engaging. My kids work out so much of their energy and come away with huge smiles every week!
My kids love this place and these people so much, that they request that I bring them *early* and never fight with me about attending!
The location is super convenient, too. I park, the kids run to class, and I sit in Playa Bowls with a smoothie and get work done with an eye on when classes end.
The price is amazingly affordable, too🙌
The Carlisle Kung Fu Center is a wonderful kwoon (training hall) to learn this form of martial art (xīn pài bái lóng quán fǎ)! The head instructor (Shifu), Liam Cochran is an approachable, knowledgeable, kind, and focused instructor. The kwoon holds both adult and children classes throughout the week, yoga once a week, AND even has a Historical Fencing class! Needless to say the CKFC community is very welcoming, an educational place to train, while learning what your body and mind are capable of achieving - whatever your personal goal may be.
This place is absolutely amazing! The environment is so friendly and positive. The kids classes are wonderful! They are incredibly supportive and warm while encouraging the kids to be active, engaged, and learn valuable skills. I could not recommend this place more! A true gem business in Carlisle.
Respect & Caring.
Shifu Cochran and the other black belt teachers all respect their craft, respect each other, and respect the other students no matter where they are at in their learning journey. There is also an atmosphere of caring - a genuineness of comradery that undergirds the fierceness and makes this Center a place of life and vitality instead of a cold, focused, workout center.
I've been thankful for the leadership, guidance, and interactions with all of the members of the Center as I learn and grow not only in my Kung Fu skills and as an athlete, but as I learn about myself and grow as a person.
A typical session starts with meditation (a great way to relax all your muscles so you don't pull anything and to de-stress) and a warm-up of exercises that strengthen all your muscles. For the first year, every time I thought I was getting in shape the workouts would change and I'd be exercising new muscles! Then we work on our general skill/s of the day/week/learning period, as well as other general skills. This involves individual learning and partner work. Finally, we break into groups and work on forms specific to our level of training. I've been blessed to join at the same time as a few others, and really enjoy learning new material together as a group!
And just in case you thought this was too serious, there's fun and laughter involved too :)
Shifu Cochran promotes a welcoming, encouraging environment where new students feel comfortable trying new things and stretching their limits. iIn the adult class he encourages more experienced students to work with newer students which not only solidifies their own knowledge but builds bonds between students and demonstrates to new students that they too can eventually master skills and become leaders. The children’s class is very lively and engaging and once again students are encouraged to lead the class through new skills to demonstrate their mastery. You’ll join for the exercise and self defense skills, but you’ll stay for the friendships and camaraderie.
Great martial arts school. Top quality instructor and welcoming atmosphere. A great balance of intensive training and a safe training culture. Great kids class as well. Highly recommended!
I'v trained at the Carlisle Kung Fu Center for over ten years and don't regret one second of it. Excellent instruction, lots of classes, and a very welcoming environment are all coupled with a fantastic workout. Whether you want to get in shape, develop a skill, make new friends or learn to defend yourself, you'll find it here. Don't hesitate to call or stop by to try it out, you won't regret it either.
The Carlisle Kung-Fu Center has an excellent focus on quality instruction, and cultivates skill with an encouraging atmosphere. It is an extremely welcoming environment and all levels can have a super fun time and get a great workout.
If you're looking for the very best in martial arts training, and an environment where everyone is focused on an overall success of all of the students, then look no further! Here you can train and learn without fear of someone's ego overshadowing your efforts. The one thing I love the most about this school is that everyone is family. We all care about each other inside and out of the school. The friends I have made here are the best I've ever had and I honestly can say I'd be lost without it! I highly recommmend this school to children and adults. The instructors are some of the best that martial arts have to offer.
I have attended the Carlisle Kung Fu Center at various times over the past 13 years. Now, all four of my children attend. It is a great school with a tremendous teacher and a wonderful community of students. It is a wholesome, encouraging environment that pushes people to do their very best. I can't speak highly enough about this school, the students, and the instructors.
I have been a student for over 9 years and have had nothing but positive experiences! Instructor, curriculum, and overall experience are first rate. My daughter, husband and stepson have also been students for years, and the supportive family environment is not one you typically find at a martial arts school. I encourage everyone to give it a try!
I enjoy working this style everyday. The head instructor of Carlisle kungfu center is a great man and excellent martial arts instructor. It is easy to find friends as Carlisle Kung Fu is filled with highly motivated high quality people. If you are considering training martial arts, do yourself a favor and check out the Carlisle Kung Fu center!
I started my daughter in the children's classes here on the recommendation of friends, and the instruction exceeded expectations. The martial-arts techniques are first-rate, and the cultivation of the values of kindness, respect, and discipline have been every bit as important. Eventually I got envious watching my kid, so I signed up, and now I am totally addicted to the amazingly fun classes. Can't recommend highly enough.
