MINDFUL KUNG FU • SANTA CLARITA
Train the Body. Quiet the Mind. Lead from Spirit.
Discover a deeper approach to martial arts training in Santa Clarita.
At Mindful Kung Fu, traditional Kung Fu training brings together physical movement, strength, focus, discipline, awareness, and personal development. Our programs are designed for children, teens, and adults who want to develop their abilities while becoming more aware of themselves and the world around them.
Whether you are completely new to martial arts or looking for a more meaningful way to continue your training, there is a place for you here.
Traditional Kung Fu • Mindful Training • Santa Clarita
OUR PROGRAMS
Find Your Path
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced student, we have a program designed for your goals, age and journey.
OUR APPROACH
More Than Martial Arts
Martial arts can be about much more than learning techniques. The way you train can influence the way you think, move, respond, and live.
At Mindful Kung Fu, we believe traditional Kung Fu can help develop the whole person. Physical training builds strength, coordination, balance, and control. Mindful practice develops focus and awareness. Consistent training builds discipline and confidence.
Our approach brings these elements together in a supportive training environment for people of different ages and levels of experience. If you are searching for martial arts classes in Santa Clarita, traditional Kung Fu, self-defense training, or a meaningful practice for yourself or your family, Mindful Kung Fu gives you an opportunity to begin.
THE FOUNDATION
Train the Body. Quiet the Mind. Lead from Spirit.
Body
Movement, coordination, strength and balance.
Mind
Focus, discipline and concentration.
Spirit
Mindfulness, balance and personal growth.
KUNG FU PROGRAMS
Kung Fu Classes in Santa Clarita for Every Stage of Life
Every student has different needs. That is why our Kung Fu classes in Santa Clarita are organized into age appropriate programs that allow students to develop at their own stage of life.
Adult Kung Fu
Build Strength. Develop Focus. Train With Purpose.
Adult Kung Fu is designed for students ages 16 and older who want to develop physical ability, martial arts skills, focus, discipline, confidence, and awareness. Whether you are beginning for the first time or continuing your martial arts journey, training provides an opportunity to challenge the body while developing the mind.
AGES 16+
Peewee Kung Fu
A Positive Introduction to Martial Arts
Peewee Kung Fu introduces young children to martial arts through age appropriate movement and training. Students can develop coordination, focus, listening skills, confidence, discipline, and body awareness while learning the foundations of Kung Fu.
AGES 4–7
Juniors Kung Fu
Helping Kids Grow Through Martial Arts
Juniors Kung Fu provides children with a structured environment where they can learn traditional martial arts while developing physical skills and personal discipline. Training encourages focus, coordination, confidence, awareness, and consistent practice.
AGES 7–12
Teens Kung Fu
Develop Confidence, Focus, and Discipline
The teenage years bring unique challenges and opportunities for growth. Teens Kung Fu provides structured martial arts training that helps students develop physical coordination, focus, discipline, confidence, awareness, and self control.
AGES 13–16
TRADITIONAL KUNG FU
Traditional Kung Fu in Santa Clarita
Kung Fu is a practice of continuous learning and development.
Traditional Kung Fu involves much more than individual techniques. Training develops movement, coordination, balance, timing, control, awareness, and discipline. With consistent practice, students learn to become more attentive to their bodies and their actions. The physical practice becomes an opportunity to develop greater awareness and understanding.
At Mindful Kung Fu, traditional martial arts training is combined with a mindful approach that encourages students to pay attention not only to how they move, but also to how they think and respond. If you are looking for traditional Kung Fu in Santa Clarita, we invite you to experience the practice for yourself.
WHAT YOU CAN DEVELOP
What Can You Develop Through Kung Fu?
Strength
Develop physical strength and control through consistent martial arts training.
Focus
Learn to bring your attention into the present moment and remain engaged with your practice.
Discipline
Develop the habit of consistent practice, patience, and commitment.
Confidence
Build confidence through learning, practice, progress, and greater trust in yourself.
Coordination
Improve body control, balance, timing, movement, and coordination.
Awareness
Become more aware of your body, movement, thoughts, reactions, and surroundings.
Self Defense
Develop martial arts skills while learning the importance of awareness, control, and responsible action.
Mindfulness
Use training as an opportunity to become more present and connected with yourself.
WHY MINDFUL KUNG FU?
A Different Approach to Martial Arts
Choosing a martial arts school in Santa Clarita is about more than choosing a place to exercise. It is about finding an environment where you can learn, practice, and continue to grow.
Traditional Training
Explore the principles and techniques of traditional Kung Fu through consistent practice.
Mindful Practice
Training encourages awareness and presence rather than simply going through physical movements.
Personal Development
The qualities developed through martial arts can extend beyond the training floor and into everyday life.
Programs for Different Ages
Children, teens, and adults can find programs designed around their stage of development.
A Deeper Connection
Mindful Kung Fu brings together physical training, mental focus, awareness, and personal growth.
ADULT, KIDS & TEEN MARTIAL ARTS
Martial Arts for the Whole Family
Finding the right martial arts classes in Santa Clarita can be an important decision. You want training that challenges the body while also providing an environment where students can learn and develop.
For Children
Kung Fu can help children develop focus, coordination, discipline, confidence, awareness, and physical skills through structured practice.
For Teens
Martial arts provides teenagers with an opportunity to develop confidence, discipline, focus, self awareness, and physical ability.
For Adults
Adult Kung Fu provides a way to challenge the body, improve physical ability, develop martial arts skills, and create a consistent practice.
Whether you are looking for kids martial arts in Santa Clarita, teen martial arts, or adult martial arts, you can explore the program that fits your needs.
TAI CHI & CHI KUNG
Tai Chi & Chi Kung in Santa Clarita
Slow Down. Breathe. Become More Aware.
Kung Fu is not the only way to explore mindful movement. Our Tai Chi and Chi Kung classes in Santa Clarita provide another way to develop balance, body awareness, breathing, movement, and internal energy.
These traditional practices can become a meaningful part of your regular routine, whether you are interested in mindfulness, balance, relaxation, movement, or developing a deeper awareness of your body. If you are searching for Tai Chi Santa Clarita, Chi Kung Santa Clarita, or Qigong Santa Clarita, explore what Mindful Kung Fu has to offer.
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private Kung Fu Lessons
Focused Training. Individual Attention.
Sometimes the best way to develop your practice is through personalized instruction. Private Kung Fu lessons in Santa Clarita provide an opportunity to work individually with an instructor and focus more closely on your specific training needs, whether you want additional instruction, focused technical practice, or individual attention.
By appointment
MINDFUL HEALING
The Journey Inward
Mindfulness. Awareness. Personal Growth.
The practice of awareness does not have to end when martial arts training ends. Mindful Healing provides an opportunity to explore mindfulness, self awareness, personal growth, and a deeper relationship with your inner experience, including the connection between awareness, thoughts, emotions, and personal development.
MEET MASTER DAVID
Learn From Experience. Train With Purpose.
Mindful Kung Fu is led by Master David Starks, a fifth degree black belt in Suh Do Kwan Kung Fu. His approach to martial arts goes beyond physical technique.
Training is an opportunity to develop the body while cultivating focus, awareness, discipline, and a deeper understanding of the practice. Through traditional Kung Fu, students can explore not only what the body is capable of doing, but also how training can influence the mind and the way we approach life.
THE TRAINING EXPERIENCE
Your Journey Starts With Practice
01
Begin
Meet the instructor and get started.
02
Learn
Build skills and understanding.
03
Practice
Apply what you learn, on the mat and in life.
04
Grow
Live with more confidence, balance and awareness.
WHO IS IT FOR?
Is Mindful Kung Fu Right for You?
Mindful Kung Fu may be right for you if you are looking for:
- Martial arts classes in Santa Clarita
- Traditional Kung Fu training
- A martial arts program for your child
- Kids martial arts in Santa Clarita
- Adult martial arts training
- Teen martial arts
- Self defense training
- A way to improve strength and coordination
- Greater focus and discipline
- A mindful movement practice
- Tai Chi or Chi Kung
- Private Kung Fu instruction
- Personal development through martial arts
You do not need to be experienced. You do not need to be in perfect shape. You simply need to be willing to learn and take the first step.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Find a Class That Fits You
Tue & Thu
Peewee Kung Fu (4–6)
5:30 PM
Tue & Thu
Adult Kung Fu
6:00 PM
Tue & Thu
Tai Chi & Chi Kung
7:00 PM
Wed & Fri
Juniors Kung Fu (7–12)
5:00 PM
Wed & Fri
Teen Kung Fu (13–15)
6:00 PM
Saturday
Tai Chi & Chi Kung
10:00 AM
Saturday
Adult Kung Fu
12:00 PM
TESTIMONIALS
What Our Students Say
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YOUR FIRST STEP
Start With a Free Trial Class
You do not have to know everything before you begin. You do not have to be an experienced martial artist. Your first step can simply be experiencing the training for yourself.
Our free trial class in Santa Clarita gives you an opportunity to experience Mindful Kung Fu, meet the instructor, explore the training environment, and discover which program may be right for you.
Ready to experience it for yourself?
LOCATION / SERVICE AREA
Serving Santa Clarita and Nearby Communities
Mindful Kung Fu serves students throughout Santa Clarita, California, and surrounding communities. Students may come from:
- Santa Clarita
- Canyon Country
- Valencia
- Newhall
- Saugus
- Stevenson Ranch
- Agua Dulce
- Acton
If you are searching for martial arts near Santa Clarita, Kung Fu near me, or a martial arts school in Santa Clarita, we invite you to discover Mindful Kung Fu.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mindful Kung Fu?
Mindful Kung Fu combines traditional Kung Fu training with mindfulness, awareness, discipline, and personal development. The practice develops physical skills while encouraging greater focus and self awareness.
Where are your Kung Fu classes located?
Mindful Kung Fu is located in Santa Clarita, California, and serves students from Santa Clarita and nearby communities including Canyon Country, Valencia, Newhall, Saugus, Stevenson Ranch, Agua Dulce, and Acton.
Do you offer Kung Fu classes for beginners?
Yes. You do not need previous martial arts experience to begin. Beginners can learn the foundations of Kung Fu step by step through appropriate training.
Do you offer martial arts classes for children?
Yes. Mindful Kung Fu offers age appropriate programs for children, including Peewee Kung Fu for ages 4–7 and Juniors Kung Fu for ages 7–12.
Do you offer martial arts classes for teenagers?
Yes. Teens Kung Fu is available for ages 13–16. Training focuses on martial arts development while encouraging focus, discipline, coordination, confidence, and awareness.
Do you offer adult Kung Fu classes?
Yes. Adult Kung Fu is available for students ages 16 and older. Training combines traditional martial arts practice with physical development, focus, discipline, confidence, and personal development.
Can Kung Fu help with self defense?
Kung Fu training develops martial arts techniques, movement, coordination, body awareness, and control that can contribute to self defense skills. Training also emphasizes awareness and disciplined responses.
Do you offer Tai Chi and Chi Kung classes?
Yes. Mindful Kung Fu offers Tai Chi and Chi Kung for students interested in mindful movement, balance, breathing, body awareness, and internal energy practices.
What is the difference between Tai Chi and Chi Kung?
Both practices involve mindful movement and awareness, but they have different training methods and purposes. You can explore both practices through Mindful Kung Fu to discover which approach best suits your interests.
Do you offer private Kung Fu lessons?
Yes. Private Kung Fu lessons are available by appointment for students who want individualized instruction and focused attention during their training.
How can I try Mindful Kung Fu?
The best way to experience the training is to book a free trial class. This gives you an opportunity to experience Mindful Kung Fu and discover which program may be right for you.
What ages can train at Mindful Kung Fu?
Peewee Kung Fu: Ages 4–7. Juniors Kung Fu: Ages 7–12. Teens Kung Fu: Ages 13–16. Adult Kung Fu: Ages 16+.
Is Mindful Kung Fu only about physical fitness?
No. Physical development is an important part of Kung Fu, but the practice also focuses on focus, discipline, confidence, awareness, mindfulness, and personal development.
What should I expect from my first Kung Fu class?
Your first class is an opportunity to become familiar with the training environment, learn about the practice, and begin exploring the foundations of Kung Fu. You do not need to arrive with previous martial arts experience.
Is Kung Fu suitable for people who have never practiced martial arts?
Yes. Beginners can start by learning the fundamentals and gradually developing their skills through consistent practice.
Why choose Mindful Kung Fu instead of a traditional martial arts program?
Mindful Kung Fu combines traditional martial arts training with an emphasis on mindfulness, awareness, discipline, and personal development. The goal is not simply to train the body, but to develop a deeper connection between body, mind, and spirit.
CONTINUE YOUR JOURNEY
Begin Your Journey
Explore traditional Kung Fu, mindful movement, private instruction, and personal growth at Mindful Kung Fu in Santa Clarita.