10,000 Victories Kung Fu School

I’ve studied with Sifu Jensen for 10 years or so and have benefited greatly. He teaches the real deal, the results of years of intensive practice and study with grand masters of several lineages. He is a gifted and inspiring teacher, with inexhaustible patience and energy. He has a real talent for adapting his teaching to the student’s ability, age, and physical capacity. I have been in classes of his along with people of all types and ages (10 to 80-​plus), and everybody got something valuable out of it.

I have known and admired Sifu Scott Jensen for many years, both as a peer student of some top level martial artists, and learning from him some of the techniques, sets and art forms he has studied on his own.
About a year and a half ago, I began learning his Kung Fu Animal Power program to teach at my own Dojo down here in Gilroy. It is an exciting approach that adapts many techniques from high level traditional Kung Fu to provide a foundational curriculum for teaching Children. To my surprise his approach also works for adults and I have now created a Child and Parent program where both old and young learn and train together.

Sadly, one star. And we had such high hopes. My daughter was so SO excited about learning Kung Fu. She stuck with it for 8 months and by the end she was so turned off to martial arts that I had to bargain with her to get her to try other Dojos.
Why? Other kids were often goofing off and Sifu rarely took the time to correct her and really teach her how to do things properly. He seemed more concerned with (in my eyes not hers) watching himself perform the moves than teaching the kids.
On our last day there one of the students had mentioned that he was being bullied in school. Sifu’s advice to the kid being bullied was that he, «should punch him in the genitals.» When the boy recounted this story to us we decided not to go back.
We have moved her to another martial arts studio (Marin Practical Martial Arts) that is astounding.
Interestingly, I was in the City this weekend and happened upon a Kung Fu Studio where some kids were training. There was a dashing instructor leading them across the studio performing the moves that they were to copy while counting adeptly in Cantonese but when I looked at the students there were all doing these half-​assed movements with little to no heart or conviction. Maybe this is the culture of Kung Fu teaching. who knows…

I am writing this to share with the world my great fortune of training with Sifu Scott Jensen and the 10,000 Victories School of Martial Arts located in the heart of Marin County, CA. 10,000 Victories offers classes in the «old-​school» traditional style of Northern Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Ji Chuan, and Qi Gong. I am a Licensed Acupuncturist with a Masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine and prior to joining 10,000 Victories I studied with several great teachers of Hsing-​I, Bagua, Tai Ji and Kung Fu for nearly a decade. So, I kind of know what Im talking about as you read on…
First of all, Sifu Jensen is a kind, compassionate and approachable man who has dedicated himself to these arts for the better part of his life. Having studied with several great masters himself, he was encouraged to share his teachings to benefit others and help preserve and perpetuate these ancient arts. He takes this role very serious and will openly share his knowledge and help train you to be the best you can be! He works with all ages and skill levels and does an excellent job of giving everyone the individual attention they deserve. With such a wealth of knowledge, Sifu Jensen gives you all you can handle and more.
Northern Shaolin Kung Fu is very athletic with deep stances, high kicks, and fast strikes. It requires that the student be strong and flexible with great balance and stability. Our classes begin with an intense workout that then flows into sparring practice to help improve your timing and confidence. Next we work on (empty) hand forms that teach martial technique while continuing to enhance the students physical fitness and mental acuity. Lastly, we learn weapon forms that include swords, sabers, staffs, spears, daggers and even the cane and fan!
I also study Tai Ji Chuan with Sifu Jensen which is an effective martial art and a great way to help center the mind and body while promoting the healthy flow of Qi or energy. It along with Qi Gong are excellent for those who are not physically able to join the Kung Fu class, as well as individuals looking to combine movement with meditation. I love the combination of Kung Fu and Tai Ji and feel that it helps to complete the picture.
I have personally gained so much. Physically I have never felt better. I am stronger, faster, more flexible, better balanced, and have greater endurance than ever before — and thats saying a lot as I am a serious athlete in my own right. At the same time I feel more relaxed, confident and centered from my practice and believe it has made me a better husband, father, friend, and professional. 10,000 Victories has become my extended family and the school operates efficiently with the help of Rachel Jensens enthusiasm, determination and grace. I encourage anybody whos looking to improve their health and/​or take themselves to a whole new level to check it out.
Oh, did I forget to mention how much fun we have too? Dont miss out!
Sincerely,
–Adam Shapiro, L.Ac., MSTCM

I have studied from Sifu Jensen for nearly 20 years. I was very lucky to pick his school when I first started. Over the years I have met with many martial artists and I can say that what he taught me was useful, effective, and correct. His knowledge and ability are first rate. This is especially important considering the sophisticated arts he teaches.
The classes go from beginner friendly to as tough as you want them to be. The environment is always kept fun and friendly. Many of my fellow students have become life long friends.