Inner Wave Pencak Silat offers something very rare in martial arts schools -- true insight into the…read morenature of fighting without advocating aggression, ego or pretension. Looking at the slight frame of the school's founder, Daniel Prasetya, one would not think he would be someone who is so adept at disarming and manipulating an opponent. The same can be said of his teaching style. It is deceptively potent, but at the same time very accessible. Prior to coming to Inner Wave, I studied several different styles of martial arts under several different instructors. Inner Wave has taught me how to bring together these past experiences and form them into an art of my own. I often joke that that Pencak Silat is my Ph.D. in the martial arts. To be less vague, the school teaches a wide curriculum from basic blocks, kicks, and punches to more advanced forms. Throughout it all, there is an emphasis on practical application of these motions and the principles and body mechanics behind them. One other thing to note is that no material is guarded or held secret. Any student may learn any material at any time, the only difference is the learning he or she will take away from the lesson. While there are belts and belt-appropriate material, this school is no belt-factory. Beyond self-defense, this school teaches breathing techniques and postures (much like Chinese Qi Gong or Indian Yoga) which encourage good circulation. There are also many opportunities to learn Indonesian meditation and healing massage. Even though I no longer live in Fort Collins, I still try to get back for lessons as often as my schedule will allow. More importantly, I still maintain close friendships to Guru Daniel and the other members of the school. If you live in the area, I highly suggest giving it a try. Guru Daniel's exceptional talent and his nearly 30 years of experience in Pencak Silat are truly a rare find in both the U.S. and in Indonesia.

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I first met Scott through Chinese Medical school, where he taught Taiji, and soon thereafter began…read morestudying Bagua with him. While most in the Alternative arts and medicine community have incredible hearts and caring personalities, very few have achieved what I would call a high-level of practice, or, "Master" status. It takes a dedicated practice and training with highly qualified teachers (the 2 main factors that are missing in most practitioners'/teachers' backgrounds). Scott has trained intensively (and I'm not talking about a year here or few months there) with the best, and continues to dedicate himself to his practice to this day. Scott's expertise becomes more and more apparent the longer you study with him, as he never shows off his abilities or strains to prove himself. I wish nothing more than for him to get into the ring with one of these "Mixed Martial Arts" fighters, thoroughly kick their ass, and end that nonsense of a sport. Alas, he would never do such a thing. Scott's teaching style is very individualized, meaning everyone gets a lot of attention. He is attuned to the needs and sensitivities of each student, however different they are, and will adjust the lesson accordingly. From young children to older people, he has an enormous range as a teacher and instructor. I am looking forward to when my daughter will be old enough to begin taking kung-fu lessons with him. I recommend reading Scott's reviews for his San Francisco practice as well (don't miss the "filtered" ones), as there are some excellent testimonials of Scott as a teacher.

Where to begin, first of all about me and who I am, I'm 29 years old I've been studying buddhism,…read moremeditation, and body awareness practices steadily since I was about 12. I spent about 4 of those years heavily involved in aikido (w/ Frank Doran-sensei), kenjustsu (kashima shin-ryu) and kyudo (ANKF). More recently I spent about the last 5 years living in China as a full time live-in (gongfu) student of a daoist priest. I have been helping a friend teach some of his classes in the San Francisco area but have so far refrained from making it a personal profession though I have been encouraged to do otherwise. What to say about Scott? Having met various teachers in China, Japan, the US, and even some in South America, I have never met one that held a candle to Scott's mastery of gongfu (kung fu) as a vehicle for self defense, a cultural art form, or a vehicle for spiritual transformation, let alone all of them together or with an understanding of why they all matter and how they relate. I've met a lot of folks who traveled to china to live and train there, sometimes for years. It's really exciting to go to a place where it looks like "just in the movies". The thing about someone like Scott is... he's hard to spot. He doesn't live in a temple. He doesn't wear robes or have a topknot. He doesn't live in China and he's not Chinese. He doesn't even follow certain ritual forms of sounding profound that are standard among such teachers or drop buzzwords. So you typically need to have some background in order to see what he has. If you have a mature appetite for martial arts and want to train with the best, go check him out. If you are just curious and want to see what he's up to or if it's a good fit, he's very approachable and loves to talk about this stuff. If you're looking for cardio-kickboxing or to prove how tough you are to people, you should go somewhere else for that.

Josh is truly a healer. From the moment you walk into his practice, you feel an immediate sense of…read morecalm and peace. His extensive knowledge of women's health has made an incredible difference in my own health journey. I can't recommend him highly enough; my father and I are both lifelong patients, and so grateful to be in his care.

Joshua was great with helping my back pain. I would highly recommend anyone who is experiencing…read morepain to go see him for treatment!

Katrina has gone above & beyond with my care. I actually was referred to her from another great…read moreacupuncturist who was going on leave for a surgical recovery, so that says something! I have had one injury after another & Katrina has done literal magic in my pain relief & healing stimulation. I had the unfortunate experience of getting kicked by a horse in my leg on Friday. Katrina was able to find me an appointment on Saturday & by Monday I was able to walk with nearly no limp & only minimal discomfort. Not only am I vastly improved, but I so appreciate Katrina's true caring spirit. Many acupuncturists don't take insurance bc it's such a hassle, but Katrina actually wants people to feel better, so she takes insurance to make her services more accessible. I am so grateful to have found Intuitive Transformations Wellness!

Wow wow WOW! So today was my 3rd Acupuncture treatment w/Katrina and I also had my 1st…read moremicroneedling of my package I got. I Really Love that I found her! Well actually the VA did and I am soo Grateful! My acupunturist I had seen for about 4 years had relicated out of state and I was so bummed and hesitant to find one if not better or the same as him or at least close to it because he set the bar high. Ive been through and to several throughout the years and while none bad, some just are Much better than others. I try to be open minded and I am SO Happy that I have my new Favorite acupuncturist! Dare I say I even like her more than my former practicioner, I told my hubby. Lol What I like about Intuitive is that Katrina is not only very nice and i formative, but she also Does so many other things! I Love the fact she also does microneedling! When I first walked in 3 weeks ago, I was like this place is Lovely and a welcoming serene calmness to it and the room is so relaxing and When she dims the light I just meditate Away into relaxation! I Never had cupoing and Always was interested and she did that on my 2nd visit after my acupunture session! And my face being microneedling, she is gently and kus a very nice warmth about Katrina than I find is grounding to me. Shes Very calm and easy to talk too and the intake on my 1st day was in depth and getting to root of my issues. Oh And Wait wait! She Also does bloodletting! Oh my goodness I just didnt want to keep doing my own since my other acupunturist left but had no choice. My thumb flares up from osteoarthritis, having broken my hand and surgery twice so my pointer finger radiates to my thumb and it swells up huge where I cant bend or write with it unless I bleed it out. Its Much better having someone else do it and she completely drains my swelling and I didnt need one today! I had it the last 2 appointments and this past week and today Im pain swollen free still! I Live for my appointments every week and I Literally cant Rave and praise My Absolute Delight to Have Found Her!!!!

Whether you are a beginner or advanced, young or old, this academy teaches authentic Shaolin kung…read morefu, fist forms, weapons forms, kickboxing, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and more! Shifu Chao trained at the Song Shan Shaolin temple from young age, and will help you reach your full martial potential. You also have the opportunity to apply the theory in application drills in addition to all of your mabu, kicks, and forms. On the money side, I sometimes travel a lot for my work, so I would say this school is very understanding of these real world situations and extends out the term of your contract an equivalent amount of time, so you don't "lose" the training time on your contract. The class format - for good reason - is not like in China, where every student (could be hundreds or more) is learning the same forms together (the forms here are organized by belt level). As a result, the correct mechanics of the form are taught first, then technically refined over time once those have been demonstrated properly. In this way, all students can progress without taking up the whole class for just one form instruction. Also, very importantly, Shifu is always watching your body mechanics, stance, hand/feet position and work, point toe, etc. every step of the way and will call it out if incorrect or needs adjustment. This continuous feedback loop and attention to detail is critical for student's improvement. If you are interested in learning the Shaolin arts, look no further than Denver Shaolin Kung fu Academy. You will not regret it. Prepare to have fun!

I have been studying at this school with my wife for over a year. I have studied many disciplines…read morein several different countries over the last 30 years, and this is by far the best experience I've had. The teaching is authentic and exacting, while also being approachable. The master and instructors are great to learn with and really take the extra time to make sure you the student get the most from the teaching experience. My wife and I also appreciate the sense of community and friendship that the master fosters between students. If you are looking for a new challenging workout and the chance to learn from an authentic shaolin teacher I would highly recommend you check out this school.