(Grand Master Pai and Jason in 1987)
Jason Perri, 4th Degree Black Belt, and head instructor of Yun Mu Kwan has over 25 years of Martial Arts training and is well versed in realistic self-defense techniques. His extensive Martial Arts background incorporates techniques from the following styles: Nabi Su, Yun Mu Kwan, Praying Mantis, Wing Chun, Hung Gar, Choy Li Fut, Tang Soo Do, Aikido and Tai Chi. Jason combines his knowledge of the other Martial Arts styles, where he trained directly with Masters to complete his comprehensive Martial Arts resume. Jason learned the basis of our system, from his late teacher Grand Master Pai, under who he studied with directly. Master Jim Stewart, a 6th degree Black Belt under Grand Master Min Pai, was given a Master's title and Anointed by Grand Master Pai to teach his style. Jason has received Master Stewart's permission to continue teaching Grand Master Min Pai's style of self defense, and consults with him for guidance and support. Our goal is to continue the teachings of Grand Master Pai, and along with the continued support of his senior black belts, keep the system evolving as he did.
Copyright 2004-2009 by Jason Perri
In attendance, and always welcome are former students of Grand Master Min Pai, ranging from the late 1960's until his passing in 2004. Currently, our school consists of 9 former students of Grand Master Pai, in which 6 are advanced students.
Shaolin Five Animal Forms
Grand Master Pai created his own unique interpretation of these Five Shaolin Animal Forms. Though there are many different styles of martial arts and other animal forms, every Shaolin style relies on the basic Dragon, Crane, Snake, Tiger & Leopard forms.
The Dragon for body strength
The Crane for sinew and hidden strength
The Snake for psychic energy
The Tiger for bone strength
The Leopard for inner and outer strength
In practicing these forms with proper breathing techniques, you will learn the principles of each animal: Hard and Soft, full and empty, circle within circle, the feeling of sameness within and without. As you unlock the hidden meaning of each movement in the forms of each animal you realize that all are deadly fighting techniques. This enables you to be in harmony with any fighting style you encounter, changing from one form to another as you flow through the principles of the five animals. Your opponent will become confused as your attack is formless, unseen and fatal.
Sensitivity Drills
In this system, you will also learn Shadow Hands and Sticking Hands, which are two person exercises that help develop sensitivity. Sparring combines these techniques with moves from the Shaolin Five Animals and other forms. This system was created to teach you realistic street fighting Kicks, Punches & Self Defense techniques.
Tai Chi Chuan
We also practice the Yang Style 108 Long Form & Pushing Hands. Tai Chi is meditation in motion, the peaceful martial art. This is a proven benefit to improve balance, lower blood pressure, improve circulation, breathing, posture, strength and sense of well being.
