What Former Students of Sifu Scott Say
Over the years, Sifu David Scott, Jr. has had the opportunity to teach students with a wide range of backgrounds, abilities, and goals. Here are some of their experiences and reflections on his instruction, the training, and what they gained from studying Chinese martial arts.
This Is the Place
“Sifu Scott understands people have different interests, limits and strengths and he works with the student on improving all those things in the individualized portion of the class.”
“If you want to learn the martial and the art this is the place.”
Aki T.
Authentic School of Instruction
“The classes are relatively small, where you get plenty of attention from the friendly, knowledgeable, and dedicated Sifu Scott.”
“One important note: this is not a place where people stand in line in bright uniforms and punch for 2 hours. This is an authentic school of instruction where you are going to practice both fighting and the ‘art’ aspect of martial arts.”
“With this type of focus, the school may not look like the stereotypical ‘martial arts academy’, but if you want to genuinely learn Kung Fu this is the place.”
Ariel R.
Personalized Attention
“Great school. Small classes with personalized attention. Sifu Scott is very patient with beginners like myself in Kung Fu. Curriculum is very traditional, Northern Long Fist style. Forms are very practical, and good mixture of exercises, stretching, grabs/joint locks, and standard forms.”
“End of class is left for individualized training. Very relaxed, laid back atmosphere. Highly recommend studying kung fu with Sifu Scott.”
Julio R.
I Was in the Right Place
“I feel very very strongly about the quality of your school. Frankly, it is what I am used to. I’ve moved a lot, and it is always so hard for me to find a school where I am comfortable. Yours is by far, in my opinion, the top school I have seen in Austin, and I have looked at many. Nothing comes close.”
“My passion is the type of art I’ve seen in your school. I like forms, and I like weapons. And frankly, I like the way your students do forms, and that is how I want to learn it.”
“When looking at any martial arts school, it is the senior students I always look to in order to judge what is possible if I train hard and apply myself. I always consider it the example of what the Sifu was capable of conveying.”
“When I saw the quality and dedication to detail, on the very first day, I knew I was in the right place.”
Anne H.
Conditioning, Discipline, and Self-Confidence
“As an older non-traditional athlete looking for more, I joined Sifu Scott’s Traditional Northern Shaolin Kung Fu/Contemporary Wushu school, and for over a year and a half, succeeded in developing better body conditioning”
“learned discipline and self-confidence in a martial art way, … and skills that I practice to this day.”
Mark H.
Tai Chi Adapted to Individual Needs
“Practicing tai chi at the Chinese Martial Arts Academy of Austin gave me a form of exercise that was fully adaptable to my body’s challenges.”
Karol H.
Individualized Training and Strong Fundamentals
“What I liked most about the school is that it was individualized — I could work out according to my level and strength. David understood that each person was different, and had different goals and needs. So I could learn at my pace.”
“Kung Fu can be rather intimidating, especially for women. I at first meant to just try out the class — and I ended up staying for 4 years!”
“I learned that it was not only good exercise and opportunity to learn self-defense, but also a good stress reducer. I looked forward to the class especially after a stressful day. I felt comfortable and enjoyed working out with others here. The classmates were all very friendly and supportive.”
“Another thing I liked about the school is that we learned the important fundamentals very well. Since I got into martial arts, I tried out several other schools, and I liked here most for it.”
“The difference in the fundamentals shows at national competitions. Those who have studied diligently with David have won so many prizes at the national level, and it shows that the good fundamentals go a long way.”
Alexis F.
Family Training
“Under Sifu Scott our family was able to train together which was a wonderful experience for both my son and me. Sifu Scott and the other teachers were very helpful and I really liked the fact that they were detail oriented. Everyone at the school was helpful and encouraging which made it feel more like a family than a place to work out. If you are looking for an experienced teacher and a martial arts style that is extensive and has a long history then this school is for you.”
Matt D.