YMAA International — America HQ
YMAA Wu An
Watertown, MA — United States
Branch School
About
YMAA Wu An
Wu An Martial Arts — YMAA Wu An is directed by Jonathan Chang & Michelle Lin and offers comprehensive training in YMAA Shaolin Kung Fu, Taijiquan, and Qin Na. It is one of the few schools in the region to teach Shuai Jiao (Chinese jacketed wrestling), with students who have won national championships. Classes are open to all ages and experience levels, both in-person and online.
Dedicated to preserving the traditional lineage of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, Wu An is a welcoming, family-friendly environment and a safe space for women and people of all backgrounds.
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What We Offer
Services & Classes
Kids Kung Fu
Teen Programs
Adult Classes
Weapons Training
Rank Testing
Sparring & Competition
Online Classes
Private Lessons
Seminars & Workshops
Tai Chi for All Ages
Training
Disciplines & Programs
Shaolin
- Long Fist
- White Crane
- Staff / Spear
- Saber / Sword
- Kung Fu for Kids
Taijiquan
- Yang-Style Long Form
- Pushing Hands
- Taiji Sword / Saber
- Martial Applications
Qigong
- Qigong for Martial Arts
- Taiji Qigong
- Taiji Ball Qigong
- Hard / Soft Qigong
Qin Na
- Shaolin Qin Na
- Taiji Qin Na
Leadership
Instructors
Jonathan Chang
Shaolin
10th Rank
Taijiquan
5th Rank
Jonathan Chang began his martial arts journey in Kung Fu at age 5 at YMAA Andover. In 2008, he became a disciple of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming. He was the only student to complete the 10-year training program (Shaolin & Taijiquan) at the YMAA Retreat Center in Humboldt County, California. Jon has traveled the world with Dr. Yang to assist and teach at seminars and camps. He co-directs YMAA Wu An alongside Michelle Lin and teaches the YMAA curriculums of Shaolin, Taijiquan, and Qin Na. Jon also runs the Shuai Jiao (Chinese Wrestling) program at Wu An. Read Full Bio →
Michelle Lin
Shaolin
6th Rank
Taijiquan
4th Rank
Michelle Lin started training Kung Fu at age 14 at YMAA Andover. She completed the 5-year training program (Shaolin & Taijiquan) at the YMAA Retreat Center and became a disciple of Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming in 2018. Michelle co-directs YMAA Wu An and she coordinated the YMAA North America Camps from 2023 – 2025. She also serves as Chair of the YMAA International America HQ Board of Directors. Michelle’s martial arts journey unintentionally led to a role in the film, Assassin’s Creed (2015). Read Full Bio →
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