Stop Watching. Start Becoming.

Shifu Dan Schmidt stands at the heart of the Chinese Martial Arts Center in Seminole, FL, where he is a revered 5th Degree Black Belt and an International Kung Fu Champion. With over three decades of immersion in Chinese martial arts, Shifu Schmidt's journey exemplifies dedication, passion, and mastery in Kung Fu training. His 5th Degree Black Belt is not merely an accolade but a result of rigorous training in one of the nation’s most demanding martial arts programs, under the guidance of Master Nick Scrima, a world-renowned martial arts instructor and promoter of the prestigious ICMAC (International Chinese Martial Arts Championship).

Shifu Schmidt's expertise encompasses a wide range of Chinese martial arts styles, including Bei Shaolin Quan, Mizong Luohan, Ying Zhao Fanzi, Tai Chi Quan, Xing Yi Quan, Baji Quan, Tang Lang Quan, Bagua Zhang, and several other Northern styles. Each of these styles offers unique benefits, such as the fluidity of Tai Chi Quan, which promotes balance and mental tranquility, and the dynamic movements of Tang Lang Quan that enhance agility and reflexes.

With state-of-the-art facilities, a community-driven approach, and a curriculum that balances tradition with modernity, the Chinese Martial Arts Center serves as a beacon for all martial arts enthusiasts. As Shifu Schmidt often says, 'The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.' Take that step today and embark on a journey of self-discovery, discipline, and unparalleled martial arts training rooted in Kung Fu. This program is designed to instill speed, strength, endurance, focus, tranquility, and self-defense capabilities in its practitioners.