Ancient Wisdom, Modern Health

Scott Jensen

Here I share and explain how to get and stay healthy with Tai Chi, Qigong, and Kung Fu. Mixing interviews with incredible people, and my own insights and experiences, we look for timeless wisdom and proven practices to be healthy and happy today.

  1. Part 2 of 2: Beyond the Stance Sifu Kisu and Sifu Jensen on Real Kung Fu and Personal Mastery

    06/24/2025

    Part 2 of 2: Beyond the Stance Sifu Kisu and Sifu Jensen on Real Kung Fu and Personal Mastery

    Part 2 of 2 of this insightful interview continues the rich conversation between Sifu Scott Jensen and Sifu Kisu Stars, offering rare insight into the heart of traditional Kung Fu training and the inner mechanics of mastery. Highlights from Part 2 of 2 include: Why stance work is the soul of Kung Fu and how real power is generated from the ground up Behind the scenes of choreographing Avatar: The Last Airbender and translating real Kung Fu into animated movement The deeper value of forms, weapons training, and sparring as lifelong tools for health, confidence, and personal growth What separates true martial artists from "instant Sifus" and how social media culture threatens the integrity of the arts Why traditional Kung Fu is still relevant—and vital—in a modern world This episode is both a tribute and a call to action: to preserve, practice, and protect authentic lineage martial arts before they fade. If you're searching for more than just fitness or fighting, tune in for wisdom forged through decades of training and teaching. 💥 Step onto the path. Practice deeply. Become the best version of yourself. Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victoriesonline.com/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedules-qigong-xingyi-tai-chi-kung-fu-kickboxing/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/sscbSJ/a27200/

    19 min
  2. 53. Part 1 of 2: Beyond the Stance: Sifu Kisu and Sifu Jensen on Real Kung Fu and Personal Mastery

    06/04/2025

    53. Part 1 of 2: Beyond the Stance: Sifu Kisu and Sifu Jensen on Real Kung Fu and Personal Mastery

    In this dynamic conversation, Sifu Scott Jensen welcomes Sifu Kisu Stars—renowned Northern Shaolin master and martial arts choreographer for Avatar: The Last Airbender—for a heartfelt discussion on real Kung Fu, the pursuit of mastery, and the inner journey of the martial artist. Part 1 of 2 highlights: How to find authentic Kung Fu in a world of commercialized martial arts The essence of being a dedicated student and forging long-term relationships with teachers The meaning of “eating bitter” and why hard work transforms more than just your body How real martial arts develop strength, confidence, and character Tournament stories, personal growth through losing, and why performing under pressure is a rite of passage Whether you're a lifelong practitioner or a curious beginner, this episode will challenge and inspire you to seek something deeper than just technique—true personal transformation through Kung Fu. 🎧 Listen now and discover why the best Kung Fu may be hidden in plain sight. Connect with Sifu Kisu on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kisu_stars/ Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victoriesonline.com/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedules-qigong-xingyi-tai-chi-kung-fu-kickboxing/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/sscbSJ/a27200/

    20 min
  3. 10/08/2020

    #52 Aim for Skills to Start Your Journey

    #52 Aim for Skills to Start Your Journey Playing with your shoelaces and thinking about running is not the same as entering the race and placing yourself on the starting the line. When you decide to become skillful in your art whether it is Northern Shaolin, Tai Chi Chuan, Sword, Xing Yi Quan, or Qigong is when your journey really begins. By committing yourself to regular, focused practice and paying with your time and effort you earn the real skills, physique, and health benefits of your training. I also discuss how my teachers Ba Gua Zhang Master Zhang Hua Sen and Chen Family Tai Chi Master Chen Xiao Wang escaped hardship by mastering their arts. This is somewhat different than the sacrifices required in modern life. When you decide to become skillful and spend the time and effort you will also meet your own mind, and train it and your will power to keep your feet on the path and heading toward your goal. In addition, I have a fun question that will help you meet your own mind and find out who is driving the car on this journey! Sign up for our exclusive newsletter, dive into the world of classical martial arts of Tai Chi, Northern Shaolin, Xing Yi, and energy skills of Qi Gong! For free lessons, articles, beautiful photos and videos, in addition, updates about projects and community https://10000victories.com/#Newsletter-Sign-Up Learn Online https://10000victoriesOnline.com/ Kung Fu and Tai Chi in person classes https://10000victories.com/in-person-training/ practice@10000victories.com tel: 415-455-9467 Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victoriesonline.com/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedules-qigong-xingyi-tai-chi-kung-fu-kickboxing/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/sscbSJ/a27200/

    20 min
  4. 09/09/2020

    #48 Center Equilibrium the Heart of Old School Tai Chi

    In this podcast I explain the concept of Center Equilibrium that I learned from Tai Chi Grandmaster Yang Zhenduo in the 1990s. Yang Zhenduo was the Grandmaster of the Yang Family of Tai Chi Chuan and a direct father to son family inheritor of the style from his Grandfather Yang Lu Chan the founder of Yang Style of Tai Chi. The concept of Center Equilibrium, isn't difficult to grasp and it will provide a useful guide to immediately improve your Tai Chi skills and enhance both the beauty of your performance and your own internal experience of performing the art. Center Equilibrium a is a concept or theory of Tai Chi Chuan that is rarely explained or understood.  Check out our well received Tai Chi program here https://10000victories.com/10000-victories-tai-chi-online-course/ Questions: Practice@10000Victories.com Sign up for our newsletter to find out about free webinars and other great courses Here:  Our School is found Here Information about Northern Style of Shaolin Kung Fu is found Here. Information about Xing Yi Quan is found here. Information about Sifu Scott Jensen is found here. Information about Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is found here. Information about Qigong is found here. Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victoriesonline.com/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedules-qigong-xingyi-tai-chi-kung-fu-kickboxing/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/sscbSJ/a27200/

    14 min
  5. 09/02/2020

    #47 Center Axis or Center Line in Classical Tai Chi and Kung Fu

    The Center Line or Center Axis is a posture and movement principle in many forms or styles of Qigong, Tai Chi Chuan, Northern Shaolin, Xing Yi Quan, Ba Gua Zhang, Lan Shou Quan, Three Kingdoms Cannon Fist and other styles of classical martial arts. In this podcast you will learn about the center line concept, how it is formed of three points. What those points are and how they are important. Learn why and how to develop a good center line awareness and use it in  martial arts training and practice. Establishing and using your center line can enhance your power, prevent injuries, and improve your body control and balance in movement.  Practicing center line awareness and movement is also helpful for dodging and efficient turning in general.  A good center line is also important to establish before progressing to advanced Qigong practices. Check out our well received Tai Chi program here https://10000victories.com/10000-victories-tai-chi-online-course/ Questions: Practice@10000Victories.com Sign up for our newsletter to find out about free webinars and other great courses Here:  Our School is found Here Information about Northern Style of Shaolin Kung Fu is found Here. Information about Xing Yi Quan is found here. Information about Sifu Scott Jensen is found here. Information about Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is found here. Information about Qigong is found here. Sign up for our free newsletter here https://10000victories.com/#victories-newsletter Online study library https://10000victoriesonline.com/ Study in-person in San Rafael, CA https://10000victories.com/class-schedules-qigong-xingyi-tai-chi-kung-fu-kickboxing/ Click here to register for my 7-week Qigong Course, “Supercharge Your Blood With Qi: Revitalize With a Qigong Practice That Improves Circulation, Heals Pain & Boosts Vitality.” for free video event on https://shiftnetwork.isrefer.com/go/sscbSJ/a27200/

    18 min

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Here I share and explain how to get and stay healthy with Tai Chi, Qigong, and Kung Fu. Mixing interviews with incredible people, and my own insights and experiences, we look for timeless wisdom and proven practices to be healthy and happy today.