U.S.Jow Ga Martial Arts

Jow Ga Kung Fu () is a traditional Southern Chinese martial arts named after its family. Jow Lung (1891-1919) founded the style along with his brothers Jow Hip, Jow Biu, Jow Hoy, and Jow Tin. Their Kung Fu was developed from the three systems of Hung Ga, Choy Ga, and Northern Shaolin.

Jow Ga has the head of Hung and the tail of Choy (Hung Tao Choy Mei) meaning it incorporates the mighty muscular movements of Hung Ga, the swift footwork of Choy Ga, and also the kicking of Northern Shaolin.It is a very effective form of self-defense with emphasis on simultaneous attack and defense against multiple opponents.

The Lion dance is a symbol of auspiciousness to commemorate important events such as Chinese New Year, weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and grand openings. The lion chases away any negative energy with the drums and cymbals allowing a fresh start. Its powerful presence scares away evil spirits and brings good luck and strength.

We, at USJGMA, are indebted to our Si Gung, Derek Johnson, for his kindness, generosity, and love that has no end. He embodies the true spirit of Kung Fu and has devoted his life to promoting Jow Ga. We cannot thank him enough. Si Gung Derek Johnson started learning Jow Ga Kung Fu in 1978 at Master Dean Chin's school in Washington D.C. Chinatown.

Chris began his love of Traditional Chinese Martial Arts (TCMA) thanks in part to growing up watching martial arts movies in the 1980s. In the early 1990s Chris spent a period of time learning a style of Chinese Kempo which drew from various martial systems such as Fu Jow Pai, Hung Ga, and Chuan Fa.

Jedes graduated from Tidewater Community College with a degree in Health Information Management and is currently working on her RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician). While not active YET in practicing Kung Fu, Jedes helps out with monitoring our social media accounts, emails, performance photo sorting.etc.