Dragon Rhythm Shaolin Kung Fu​

My name is Derek Liu and I am a Black Belt I duan Assistant-in-training in the Assistant Team. Kung Fu has leveled my confidence in myself and helped me be a more outstanding person. I am very thankful to my masters, classmates, and the studio for supporting me.

I'm Felicity He, a black belt first duan. I've been practicing kungfu for six years, and I am a tiger level assistant. Kungfu and the school really helped me mature, teaching me perseverance and diligence.

My name is Derek Liu and I am a Black Belt I duan Assistant-in-training in the Assistant Team. Kung Fu has leveled my confidence in myself and helped me be a more outstanding person. I am very thankful to my masters, classmates, and the studio for supporting me.

My name is Sanskriti Pandey, I am a student at Mission San Jose HIgh school. I joined kung fu around 4 years ago and now it is one of my favorite activities. Kung Fu has really helped me in my physical stamina but also my discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills. 

My name is Yiwen Gong, I joined kung fu around 12 years ago and I am now a 4th degree black belt. Kung fu has shaped me in every aspect, teaching me the value of hard work and influencing how I carry myself and interact with others. Beyond building discipline, confidence, and leadership, it has pushed me outside my comfort zone to explore new heights. Persistence, along with the guidance of my masters, team, and peers, has allowed me to step forward as a stronger leader and given me the courage to take on new challenges.

My name is Sanskriti Pandey, I joined kung fu around 9 years ago and I am a second degree black belt. Kung Fu has really helped me in my physical strength but also my discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills. Beyond these, it has shaped the person I am today and how I handle daily life. The support of my Shifus and team members has led my growth as a person to levels I don't think would be possible without them. As I prepare for college I know that the skill I leanrt here will be carried with me throughout life. 

"Hello, my name is Eshaan Mistry. I have been practicing kung fu for around 5 years. Self-discipline, coordination, awareness, confidence, communication- these are just a few of the principles that have driven my growth within this school. Above all, kung fu has taught me the importance of a forward-thinking, improvement-driven mindset, no matter how hard things get. I am very, very grateful to my shifus and fellow students for supporting and motivating me while keeping our kung fu community alive."

My name is Kaavya Saini, and I am a Black Belt who has studied kung fu for around 6 years. Within our school’s Assistant Team, I am one of 3 team captains and also an Eagle Level assistant master. Kung fu has shaped me into an active, diligent leader within my community, giving me the confidence to organize performances at my high school and work with the next generation of martial arts learners. Through my practice, I’ve also forged lasting friendships with some of the most driven, skilled young people I have ever met. I’m incredibly grateful to both my Shifus, as well as Dragon Rhythm Shaolin Kung Fu, for recognizing my potential, placing me alongside the best team, and always going above and beyond to ensure the success and wellbeing of their students. 

My name is Haibin Peng. My nickname is Sam, and I have been learning Kung Fu for more than 5 years. I am a first-duan black belt and an Eagle level Teaching Assistant. I find Kung Fu to be a binding idea in life, which means challenges, responsibilities, and discipline to me. Without it, I wouldn’t have dared to bring myself newer opportunities to learn and experience success. I am very grateful of the Masters of Dragon Rhythm taught me the idea and plenty opportunities, also of their noble acts of spreading Chinese Culture.  

My name is Skyla Polishchuk. I am a second degree black belt and a tiger level assistant. Through my twelve years of practice, kung fu has improved my physical skills as well as my personal character. Kung fu, specifically teaching, has helped my confidence grow. I am incredibly grateful to the school, the shi fus, and my teammates for contributing to my growth. 

My name is Gigi Davis and I’ve trained under the award winning Shifu Yuan Long for 9 years. I

am a 2nd degree black belt as well as a tiger level assistant. Through practice, I have

discovered that Kung fu is not just a sport, but a disciplined mindset that prepares you for life.

My name is Gunit Kaur and I am a black belt, first duan. I've been learning kung fu since the summer before third grade, so almost 9 years! Although I didn't enjoy it much to begin with, I've built so many meaningful connections with the shifus and my team and seen myself grow into a confident, articulate, and outgoing person. Looking back, I'm very glad to have continued my kung fu journey.

Hi! I am Himani, and I have had the privilege of practicing Kung Fu for 13 years! I am currently a Black Belt Second Duan, and in the Tiger Level in the Assistant Team. Kung Fu has had a big impact on my life and wellbeing. The knowledge and abilities I have acquired through Kung Fu, such as discipline, focus, and dedication, will stick with me for a lifetime.

Hi, I am Shardul Marathe. Currently, I am a red belt and have been training in Kung Fu for the last 3 years. To me, Kung Fu has taught me discipline and hard work. Through my journey, I have improved my body, mind, and soul. 

My name is Youda Lin and I'm a black belt on the Assistant Team. I teach Beginner 1 and Beginner 2 students. Kung Fu has always been a fundamental part of my life ever since I began 6 years ago. It has taught me dedication, perseverance, and self discipline. I am thankful to my Shifus, who have always pushed me to succeed, my parents, who have never given up on me, and my fellow classmates, who have inspired me to follow in their footsteps.