Business Details
19 Years
experience
Premier Kung Fu & Tai Chi Training in Watertown, MA
Wu Dao Kung Fu & Tai Chi has been dedicated to teaching Traditional Chinese Martial Arts in the Greater Boston area since 2007. Our curriculum combines Choy Lay Fut Kung Fu, Shaolin Kung Fu, and Yang Style Tai Chi, emphasizing physical and mental discipline through refined techniques. With classes for children starting at age 6 and adults, we focus on building strength, flexibility, and martial proficiency while preserving authentic traditions. Our instructors, including internationally recognized champions, bring decades of experience and direct lineage from Shaolin Monks and master practitioners.We offer structured programs tailored to all skill levels, from foundational youth classes to advanced adult training in forms, applications, and Qi Gong. Our commitment to quality execution over quantity of techniques ensures students develop practical self-defense skills and holistic wellness. Located in Watertown, MA, we provide a welcoming community for serious martial artists seeking technical excellence and personal growth.
Services
Kung Fu Classes
Tai Chi Instruction
Private Training
Youth Programs
Qi Gong Practice
Form Applications
Push Hands Training
Competition Preparation
Uniform Sales
Workshops
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 27 years of combined instructor experience with direct Shaolin lineage
- Our curriculum includes championship-level Shuai Jiao wrestling and Yang Tai Chi
- We provide structured programs from beginner youth classes to advanced forms
- Our instructors hold national titles in Chinese martial arts competitions
- We emphasize practical self-defense applications over ceremonial forms
What people say
Expert instructors
Structured programs
Championship experience
Traditional methods
Family-friendly
Services
Kung Fu Classes
Our Kung Fu programs teach Choy Lay Fut and Shaolin systems with focus on practical self-defense applications. Students develop strength, coordination, and combat readiness through forms, drills, and partner exercises. Senior students access advanced Northern and Southern Chinese techniques.
Tai Chi Instruction
Yang Style Tai Chi curriculum builds health and martial proficiency through Yang 24, 108 Form, and Classical 54 Sword training. Includes Push Hands partner practice and Qi Gong energy development for all experience levels.
Private Training
Customized instruction available in-person or online for martial techniques, form refinement, and competition preparation. Sessions focus on individual progress with expert feedback from championship instructors.
Youth Programs
Structured Kung Fu training for ages 6-15 builds discipline, fitness, and confidence. Curriculum includes basic movements, traditional forms, and Tong Zi Gong flexibility exercises to establish lifelong martial foundations.
Qi Gong Practice
Classical Chinese energy cultivation through Ba Duan Jin and Yi Jin Jing systems improves flexibility, strength, and internal energy flow. Integrated with martial training for enhanced performance and wellness benefits.
People
Shifu Lindsay Lambert
Owner, Head Instructor
27-year martial arts instructor with national championship titles in Shuai Jiao. Trained under Shaolin Monk Shifu Shi De Cheng and other masters. Specializes in Choy Lay Fut, Shaolin, and Yang Tai Chi systems.
Shifu Tim Hartmann
Founder
Established Wu Dao in 2007 after training with Wah Lum and Choy Lay Fut masters. Focuses on traditional Kung Fu principles and quality form execution. Transferred leadership to Shifu Lambert in 2018.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We specialize in Choy Lay Fut Kung Fu, Shaolin Kung Fu, Yang Style Tai Chi, and Liu He Ba Fa. Our curriculum includes forms, applications, and Qi Gong.
What age groups do you accept?
Children start at 6 years old with junior classes. Adult programs available for all experience levels from beginner to advanced practitioners.
Are private lessons available?
Yes, we offer customized private sessions in-person or online focusing on specific techniques, form refinement, or competition preparation with expert instructors.
What are your class schedules?
Group classes run six days weekly with youth sessions after school and adult classes in evenings and weekends. Special Sunday conditioning by invitation.
Do you offer trial classes?
Yes, we provide free trial classes to experience our training environment and teaching methods before committing to membership.
What uniform requirements exist?
Students wear official Wu Dao uniforms. Options include full uniforms ($110) with shoes or starter kits ($50) with training t-shirt, pants, and sash.
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