The Academy was founded in the 1970s by San Yuenn Chinn. The Cheng
Man Chin short Yang form, Yang Sword form, Yang Cane form, and Traditional Long Wu form are taught. Martial
applications, push hands and advanced study are also available. The
school focuses on internal development through qi gong practice, stance
training and forms study.
Classes are taught by Sifu Susan and Daniel Leonard. Camaraderie
and social gatherings are at the root of our practice. Come join our
family.
SUSAN LEONARD: Susan started training Tai Chi Chuan with Sam
Yuen Chinn in 1977, learning both Cheng Man Ching's Yang-style Short
Form and the Wu Form. Susan continued as an instructor for Sam Yuen
Chinn in 1979. She has studied with both her grand masters, William
C.C. Chen and Edwin Yee, in New York. Susan has participated in six
national competitions and has earned thirteen national titles with eleven
gold and two silver medals.
Wednesday, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. (Beginner Yang and Cane)
taught by Sifu Susan Leonard
Oasis Mind-Body Conditioning Center, Preston Forest Village, Forest
and Preston Roads, Dallas
Tuesday, 7:00-8:00 p.m. (Advanced, Wu and applications)
taught by Sifu Susan Leonard
Lake Highlands Recreation Center, 9401 White Rock Trail, Dallas
Saturday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. (Beginner Yang and applications)
taught by Sifu Daniel Leonard
Lake Highlands Recreation Center, 9401 White Rock Trail, Dallas
Saturday, 10:30-11:30 a.m. (Yang, Cane, and Sword)
taught by Sifu Susan Leonard
Lake Highlands Recreation Center, 9401 White Rock Trail, Dallas
Cost: $40 per month/$15 drop-in