Shaolin Do Martial Arts

02/17/2026

09/12/2025

https://thebalancedwarrior8.wordpress.com/2025/09/12/choosing-the-right-martial-arts-studio-for-you/

I often get asked if I can recommend any “good” martial arts studios in my area. It seems like a simple enough question to answer, but it usually requires more discussion. In my mind a …

09/08/2025

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/ehlers-danlos-syndrome/newsfeed-post/tai-chi-and-qigong-an-eds-patients-experience/

Interesting read about Tai Chi and chronic illness.

As a child and teenager, before my Ehlers Danlos Syndrome became apparent, I spent hours each week studying the martial arts of Tae Kwon Do and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As I grew older and the damage from my hypermobility became apparent, I chose to protect my joints and muscles over putting my body thr...

08/24/2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsUdLqHGPQw

Because we discussed pros and cons of different stances on Saturday

Few actually knew Bruce was right handed but stood as a south paw. As unusual as this sounds, join me as I explain the philosophy, and exemplify two solid at...

07/03/2025

This class is being taught by Megan Smith. There are 12 spots available as of right now.

03/30/2025

Hi everyone, this is associate master Megan Smith. Due to senior master Jim's unfortunate passing, the studio in nitro has closed. As much as we wanted it to remain open, no one was able to take over full time.

I, however, will be teaching some workshops when I'm able to. If you're interested in doing some training, keep following the page for updates on topics, times, and locations.

02/14/2025

Celebrate the life of James Mooney, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Tyler Mountain Funeral Home & Tyler Mountain Memory Gardens.

08/19/2024

All WV Shaolin Black Belts the meeting scheduled for August 25 has been canceled. Will notify you when new date is final. However do not forget about Lexington Tournament!!! Also, the Grandmaster will be teaching the seminar in Parkersburg on Sunday September 15. I am hoping to see a lot of you there!!!

06/13/2024

Left personal phone at home. If you need to contact me call Shaolin phone. (304) 982-4782

05/07/2024

WV Shaolin Black Belt Meeting 7:00 pm, Nitro Shaolin Training Hall!!!

04/22/2024

This is a message to all WV Sin The' Shaolin Do Martial Arts Black belts, active & inactive. In the past we had black belt meetings every 3 to 4 months in order to keep everyone updated on activities concerning the Grandmaster and local schools. I am having such a meeting and would like to see all of you and also update you on current activities.
Meeting will be: Tuesday, May 7, 7:00 pm
Location: Shaolin Do Martial Arts
705-B 1st Avenue
Nitro, WV. 25143
Phone: (304) 982-4782
Elder Master Jim Home: (304) 548-4298
Hope to see everyone --- has been a while and if you can't stay, just stop to say hello!!!