Student Experiences
Galien Trang
Male, 25 years old, Orthopathology Physician, Montréal
10 years of training — Instructor level, Red Belt
“At first, I decided to take up this martial art purely out of curiosity — I simply wanted to discover something new and different. And here I am today, an instructor sharing my passion for this art with all of you!
If you want to improve your health and physical fitness, learn effective self-defense skills, enrich your life through a noble philosophy aimed at self-improvement, or even advance along the path of Võ Đạo within a school of authentic and distinguished lineage — you have most certainly come to the right place!”
Jonathan Létourneau
Male, 22 years old, Student, Montréal
8 months of training — Black Belt level
“When I first started training, I suffered from excessive sweating and sustained injuries to both knees. After a few months, the injuries had completely disappeared, and my endurance had improved tremendously compared to when I began.
The philosophy of this martial art has helped me become more confident and more determined to pursue goals that I used to put off or leave unfinished. I truly still have so much more to learn from this art.”
Sarah Dubé
Female, 22 years old, Program Host, Montréal
2 years of training — Black Belt, 2nd Dan
“I never would have imagined that I could remain composed when confronted with aggression — or even hold my own in a sparring match. Yet now, thanks to martial arts training, I feel far more confident, and I actually enjoy technical exchanges!
Everyone here is very warm and welcoming, the training atmosphere is friendly, and the instructors always teach at a level suited to your ability. Yes, you are pushed to surpass yourself — but always at a pace that is appropriate for each individual.”
Malcolm Saint-Pierre
Male, 55 years old, Research Specialist, Government of Québec, Montréal
6 years of training — Black Belt, 2nd Dan
“Martial arts training has helped me correct my posture and maintain good physical health. It is thanks to the preventive benefits of training that I no longer suffer from back pain.
Beyond that, this martial art encompasses both a practical and a philosophical dimension, offering practitioners a worldview and a philosophy of life that is deeply harmonious — between humanity and nature, and between human beings themselves. This way of thinking is very different from the Western mindset, and it is profoundly valuable in many respects.”
Karl Lambert
Male, 26 years old, Police Officer, Montréal
8 years of training — Instructor level, Red Belt
“What makes the Shaolin Wing Chun Nam Anh Kung Fu school truly distinctive is the practical application of a guiding philosophy — a consistent and coherent set of principles that serves as a compass for practitioners on the path of Võ Đạo.
At the first stage, the practitioner trains to overcome their own weaknesses by mastering technique and gaining control over their emotions. Next, they must fluently apply the philosophy of altruism — opening their heart to others, which is to say, truly loving them. Finally, through all of the above combined with a proper attitude, the martial arts practitioner becomes capable of genuinely helping others. These are the Three Truths of Võ Đạo: conquering oneself, loving others, and helping others.
To choose a truly authentic martial art, consider two things: first, the philosophical foundation of the school; and second, the actual fighting ability of its students.
For me personally, both of these qualities are fully present in this art.”
Cao Minh Đỗ
Male, 24 years old, Dental Student, Montréal
12 years of training — Instructor level, Red Belt
“I began training in martial arts at a very young age — just twelve years old — and it has given me the foundation I needed to succeed in life.
Training and teaching martial arts has instilled in me a strong sense of responsibility, personal integrity, and the discipline essential to fulfilling my duties — as well as the determination to pursue my goals and the perseverance to see them through to success.”