Master Jing Chao Wu was born in Zuji, Shandong China in 1982. He began studying Chinese martial arts at the Shandong Province Tengzhou Olympic Athletic Academy at the age of 7. Master Wu continued his studies in Shandong at the Zaozhuang Athletic Academy and went on to train with the Heilongjiang Province Daqing Athletic Academy and the Shandong Province Professional Wushu Teams. In 2001 Master Wu broadened his training by traveling to the Henan Shaolin Temple Wushu Academy. There he studied traditional Shaolin forms and repeatedly received the title of “Outstanding Athlete”.

In 2005 Master Wu received his BA from the acclaimed Beijing University of Physical Education. After graduation, Master Wu coached at the Shandong Province Tengzhou Olympic Athletics Academy and the Beijing Shaolin Wushu Academy. He came to America in 2009 where he began teaching Chinese martial arts in Chicago, Illinois.

Master Wu is recognized by the International Wudao Associoation as an official Modern Wushu 7th Degree Black Belt, an International First Degree Wushu Judge, an International First Degree Wushu Coach, and received the title of World-Famous Martial Artist in 2011. He has competed at the state, national, and international level winning numerous awards including 1st place in Straight Sword at the All-China Wushu Forms Championship in 2004, 1st place in Long Fist in 2008, and 1st Place in Spear in 2008. In 2007 Master Wu created a unique Nine Section Whip wushu form that significantly contributed to the development of the weapon’s practice.

His achievements through Chinese martial arts have allowed Master Wu to travel the world performing in America, Canada, Germany, Korea, Singapore, and Thailand. He has also had the privilege of participating in major cultural performances such as the CCTV’s New Year’s Gala (China’s premier television event of the year), the CCTV’s Successful Olympic Application Celebration, the King’s 80th Birthday Celebration Event in Thailand, and led, directed, and performed in the Monkey King Kung Fu Spectacular production held in the United States.

Master Wu is a dedicated teacher focused on recognizing and developing each student’s individual potential. He strives not only to improve student’s skills and understanding of Chinese martial arts, but also to develop the spirit. Master Wu is passionate about spreading knowledge and appreciation of Chinese martial arts around the world.

Classes are offered in Traditional Kung Fu, Contemporary Wushu, Sanshou Boxing, and Tai Chi. Private lessons are available in these studies as well as in Ba Gua, Xing Yi, and Qi Gong. Call or stop in for a free trial class!