Our Aims

The aim of the Golden Lion is to offer a world class, innovative 'Academy of Excellence' in traditional Chinese martial arts and healing techniques that is beyond comparison.

The Golden Lion Academy is Australia's leading institute for the teaching of Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Wu Shu, Dao Yin, Chi Kung, authentic Dim Mak Pressure Points, Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology. In addition, an acupuncture and herbal medicine clinics are offered.

The Golden Lion Academy is a long standing member of the Martial Arts Industry Association Limited (MAIA), the Australian Kung-Fu (Wu-Shu) Federation (AKWF), the Tai Chi Association of Australia (TCAA)and the Wushu and Tai Chi Practitioners Association (WTPA). The academy's instructors, employees, affiliates and members are bound by the ruling code of ethics of these organisations, including the National Code of Practice for martial arts centres and instructors of the Martial Arts Industry Association Limited.

All instructors of the Golden Lion Academy are fully trained, accredited and recognised coaches of the Australian Government's National coaching accreditation scheme (NCAS) , a programme overseen by the Australian Sports Commisssion . In addition, our instructors are also required to regularly update their coaching training, which includes specific in-house training programmes to ensure that they develop and maintain the key competencies of sport coaches and officials, and are able to provide instruction in a manner that is safe, responsible and accountable.

Dr Pier Tsui-Po, Charles Tsui-Po and Richard Tsui-Po, are the owners and operators of the academy, will warmly welcome you regardless of age and creed, confident in the knowledge that Golden Lion courses will give you new friendship, long term well-being and health benefits. They also offer special programmes for children, teaching them the discipline and determination skills they need to succeed at school and in later life.

For you to benefit from these Chinese arts and to progress from beginner to advanced level, you’ll require teachers with an impeccable pedigree. Masters of the academy are highly qualified individuals with very long experience in their field. They are humble and patient. They teach every aspect of their art thoroughly, precisely in every detail. They are an inspiration to the art they teach and they impart to you quality knowledge that is authentic.

The Masters & Instructors are here to help you reduce stress, increase fitness, improve health and well being. The Golden Lion offers three full time professional fully equipped training centres as well as classes at numerous regional centres. Information on our courses can be obtained by clicking on the navigation bar above.

History

The Golden Lion was established by Pier Tsui-Po in Melbourne, Australia in 1971. At that time he was one of the first few instructors in the West who dared to teach Kung Fu to non-Chinese.

Many of Pier's relatives were senior practicing members of Chinese martial arts and healing. The name Golden Lion was chosen in memory of this family legacy.

The family tradition continued in Australia with brothers Charles and Richard Tsui-Po completing their training and joining Pier to teach the rapidly increasing membership of Golden Lion. Steve Kiat emigrated to Australia in 1983 to further his training and join his uncles as a martial arts instructor.

In 1987 an international bi-lateral agreement was established between the Golden Lion and China's Tianjin Sports Institute. This provides facilities for exchange of students and instructors with the institute. Golden Lion students and instructors also regularly train with the world famous Beijing Wushu Institute, Beijing University of Physical Education and other eminent grand masters throughout the world.

Over the years, the Golden Lion Academy has trained many outstanding students in the discipline of martial arts and continues this tradition by offering a vast knowledge combined with excellent service and skilled instructors.

Through their success in many local, state, national and international competitions, together with their dedication to the martial and healing arts over many years, the Tsui-Po's have built the Golden Lion into one of the most respected martial arts and healing centres in Australia.

Today the Golden Lion Academy is internationally recognised for its continuing contributions, achievements and quality of service.

The Academy

The Golden Lion Academy offers you three dedicated fully equipped Training Centers located at:

  • Berwick: 29 Intrepid St, Berwick, VIC 3806, AUSTRALIA. Central Phone: (03) 9796-1066
  • Rowville: 2 Laser Drive, Rowville, VIC 3178, AUSTRALIA. Central Phone: (03) 9796-1066
  • Murrumbeena: 98b Murrumbeena Rd, Murrumbeena, VIC 3163, AUSTRALIA. Central Phone: (03) 9796-1066

Classes are held each day of the week. All three training centers have both Kung-Fu and Tai-Chi classes at various levels from the absolute beginner right up to advanced and competition level. The Rowville Center has a specialised rubber training surface which has the standard competition floor area marked out.

Find Us: Please click here for maps.

  • Berwick Academy

    Berwick: Training Center

  • Berwick Academy - Alter

    Berwick: The alter along with some training equipment

  • Berwick Academy - Equipment

    Berwick: The main desk and some more training equipment

  • Berwick Academy - Floor

    Berwick: The mirror running the length of the center, floor and stretching rack

  • Rowville Academy

    Rowville: Training Center

  • Rowville Academy - Alter

    Rowville: The main desk and alter at the entrance

  • Rowville Academy - Equipment

    Rowville: Some equipment and the stretch rack

  • Rowville Academy - Floor

    Rowville: The Rubberised competition sized floor

  • Rowville Academy

    MurrumbeenaX: Training Center

  • Rowville Academy - Desk

    Murrumbeena: The main desk and entry stairwell

  • Rowville Academy - Floor

    Murrumbeena: The training floor with mirror and some weapons

  • Berwick Academy
  • Berwick Academy - Alter
  • Berwick Academy - Equipment
  • Berwick Academy - Floor
  • Rowville Academy
  • Rowville Academy - Alter
  • Rowville Academy - Equipment
  • Rowville Academy - Floor
  • Murrumbeena Academy
  • Murrumbeena Academy - Desk
  • Murrumbeena Academy - Floor