Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Premier Martial Arts Academy in Tulsa
Thomas Academy-Taiji Kung Fu has been dedicated to educating the public about traditional Chinese martial arts since 2002. Our academy specializes in authentic instruction across multiple disciplines including Tai Chi Chuan, Baguazhang, Xing Yi Quan, Push Hands, and both Northern and Southern Shaolin Kung Fu styles. We are uniquely recognized as the only school in America offering instruction in authentic Xingtai, China, Chen Gu An Wu Hao Tai Chi Staff. Our lineage traces directly to Grandmasters Chen Shu Dao and Meng Xian Min, ensuring students receive historically accurate and technically rigorous training. Private lessons are available with Shifu Thomas, Senior Instructor Shiji Dionne Cornwell, and certified instructors, with flexible scheduling and personalized programs tailored to individual needs.We offer specialty workshops focused on Meditative Qigong, Weapons training, and Push Hands, alongside eight-week community Tai Chi courses within a 30-mile radius of Tulsa. Our Kids' Kung Fu program combines fun and fitness while teaching practical self-defense techniques. The academy maintains strong connections to China through regular study trips by Shifu Thomas, ensuring ongoing refinement of our teaching methods. Students benefit from structured pricing options including monthly memberships, prepaid unlimited class packages, and family discounts. Our facility prioritizes safety and cleanliness, with clear guidelines for in-person classes following medical community recommendations.
Services
Tai Chi Chuan
Kung Fu
Private Lessons
Workshops
Seminars
Kids' Kung Fu
Push Hands
Weapons Training
Meditative Qigong
Family Martial Arts
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer authentic instruction directly from Chinese grandmaster lineages
- Our instructors maintain active connections to martial arts traditions in China
- Private lessons tailored to individual schedules and learning preferences
- Specialty workshops focus on specific martial arts disciplines and techniques
- Family discounts available for both Tai Chi and Kung Fu programs
Services
Tai Chi Chuan
Traditional Chinese martial art focusing on slow, flowing movements and internal energy cultivation. Benefits include improved balance, stress reduction, and enhanced physical coordination. Ideal for all ages seeking health improvement through gentle exercise.
Kung Fu
Dynamic martial art combining powerful strikes with fluid movements. Teaches practical self-defense techniques while improving strength, flexibility, and discipline. Suitable for children and adults at all fitness levels through structured belt progression system.
Private Lessons
One-on-one instruction tailored to individual goals and schedules. Available with master instructors for specialized skill development. Includes personalized program creation and accelerated learning opportunities for dedicated students seeking rapid progress.
Workshops
Focused sessions on specific martial arts disciplines including Meditative Qigong, Weapons Training, and Push Hands. Designed for skill enhancement through intensive practice. Offered periodically for both beginners and advanced practitioners seeking deeper understanding.
Seminars
Professional presentations on martial arts philosophy and applications. Available for organizations within 30-mile radius of Tulsa. Topics include stress management, team building, and wellness programs for corporate and community groups.
People
Shifu Thomas
Founder & Lead Instructor
7th generation Wu Hao Tai Chi disciple of Grandmaster Chen Shu Dao and 6th generation Yang Style disciple of Grandmaster Meng Xian Min. Director of the American branch of the China Xing Tai Wushu Tai Chi Research Association.
Shiji Dionne Cornwell
Senior Instructor
Certified martial arts instructor with extensive experience in traditional Chinese weapons and self-defense techniques. Provides expert-level instruction in both Tai Chi and Kung Fu disciplines with personalized attention to student development.
Questions
What martial arts styles do you teach?
We teach Tai Chi Chuan, Baguazhang, Xing Yi Quan, Push Hands, Northern and Southern Shaolin Kung Fu, and traditional Chinese weapons.
Are private lessons available?
Yes, private lessons with Shifu Thomas, Senior Instructor Shiji Dionne Cornwell, and certified instructors are available at $80–$125/hour with flexible scheduling options.
Do you offer family discounts?
Yes, we provide family discounts starting at 15% for both Tai Chi and Kung Fu programs to make martial arts accessible for all family members.
What are your class packages?
We offer monthly memberships ($55–$105), prepaid unlimited class packages ($575–$1100), and drop-in classes for $15 with fee application upon enrollment.
Do you teach children?
Yes, our Kids' Kung Fu program teaches children martial arts fundamentals through fun, engaging classes that improve physical coordination and self-discipline.
Are community programs available?
We provide eight-week Tai Chi courses for organizations within 30 miles of Tulsa at $1200 per session, with travel fees applying beyond that radius.