By WILLIAM J. BROAD
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By Jennifer Davis
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Master Wuzhong Jia
Master Jia began the study of martial arts at the young age of seven in China's HeBei Province. Since then Master Jia discovered what would soon become his lifelong passion of preserving the revered cultural legacy of the Chinese martial arts.
In 1986, on account of his extraordinary competitive performance, he received admission to HeBei Normal University. Master Jia chose to major in Wushu. With help from knowledgeable instructors, he received systematical training in Wushu and studied the general science of physical education as well. In 1990, Master Jia received his bachelor's degree in education and was honored with the titles, National First Class Knight and National Second Level Judge in Wushu by the Chinese National Physical and Sports Committee.
Eager to hone and perfect his skills, he grasped every opportunity to learn from masters of different styles of Wushu. In Noverber 1998, he arrived in the United States and began to instruct those interested in Chinese martial arts.
As a member of the United States of America Wushu-Kungfu Federation, Master Jia has remained extremely active in the various international activities involving Chinese martial arts. He participated the International Wushu-Kungfu Championships since 2000, and was the grand champion from 2001 to 2003.
Master Wuzhong Jia intends to continue with his goal in the United States to teach others to better understand the Chinese martial arts. To this end, he founded HeBei Chinese Martial Arts Institute in 2002. He will dedicate his life to reveal to others the ancient and secret cultural legacy that promises improved health and well-being to people of all nations.
Hebei Chinese Martial Arts Institute
1144 N. Plano Rd.
Richardson, TX 75081
214-547-7663
Professional Member of the National Qigong Association
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