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Start Your Martial Journey

LOU FU INSTITUTE

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INSTITUTO LOU FU

A Living Lineage. A Global Family.

A Path to Quality of Life.

At our Martial Arts School, we specialize in Choy Lee Fat Kung Fu from Hong Kong and traditional martial arts practices. Our mission is to empower individuals through discipline, respect, and physical fitness, fostering a supportive community that embraces the rich heritage of martial arts.

 

Whether you seek physical discipline, mental resilience, or a welcoming community, your journey begins here.

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THE LEGACY

Learn About Our Legacy

In the heart of Lapa, in Rio the Marvelous City, Instituto Lou Fu de Kung Fu & Tai Chi preserves and teaches Poon Shing lineage of Choy Lee Fat Kung Fu.

 

Under the guidance of Sifu Claudio Vicente – direct disciple of Grand-Master Poon Wai Sanchez, from Nan Tien Men – the Institute offers authentic traditional Chinese martial arts and Traditional Chinese Medicine.

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One-on-one practice to ensure training tailored to individual skill levels and health conditions, providing personalized attention to avoid lesions.

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International Kung Fu workshops that enriches the students' practices, cultural and martial arts knowledge, including self-defense techniques.

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Tradition + Modernity

Train with Direct Lineage

Our Choy Lee Fat comes from an unbroken line: Grand-Master Poon Shing → Grand-Master Poon Wai Sanchez → Sifu Claudio Vicente. This is not recreation. This is inheritance.

Discipline, Respect & Quality of Life

With over 30 years of experience teaching Chinese traditional martial arts, Sifu Claudio Vicente ensures a supportive environment where students can develop skills, confidence, and physical fitness.

Holistic Health Integration

Sifu Claudio is a certified TCM practitioner and acupuncturist. Every class is designed with one principle: your quality of life.

Global Community, Local Roots

Train in Rio the Marvelous City. Continue worldwide with our Nomad Pass. You never have to pause your practice and you always know what you've been training.

Partners in Success

Our extensive partnerships with medical clinics, physicians, psychologists, and professional associations ensure that our students receive the comprehensive support they deserve at all times. We are committed to fostering an environment where mental and physical well-being is prioritized, allowing our students to thrive both academically and personally.

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What our students have to say?

Emily

Sifu Cláudio is amazing! I love the sense of community at this school. Highly recommend it!

Davide

This school has a welcoming atmosphere, and traditional practices enhance my martial arts skills.

John

The instructors here are incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about Choy Lee Fat Kung Fu.

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Instituto Lou Fu

Avenida Gomes Freire, 753

Lapa, Rio de Janeiro RJ - BRAZIL

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