Rising Crane
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Rising Crane
Times House, Penarth
# Rising Crane
Rising Crane is a martial arts and wellness academy based in Penarth, offering authentic Kung Fu and Tai Chi training both in-person and online. Founded by David Rogers, a rare non-Chinese indoor disciple of Master Deng Jan Gong, the academy brings decades of direct instruction from Canton to Wales.
The business serves individuals of all ages and fitness levels seeking either martial arts mastery or mindful wellness practice. Tai Chi students pursue inner peace, improved strength, flexibility and balance through gentle, meditative movement. Kung Fu students learn authentic Chinese martial arts encompassing traditional forms, practical self-defence and functional fitness, enriched by modern ground-fighting techniques.
What distinguishes Rising Crane is Rogers' exceptional lineage and global experience. As the only Westerner trained in the entire Deng family Hap Kune system directly from Master Deng, he brings unparalleled authenticity. His background spans traditional Chinese medicine, Brazilian Jiujitsu with world champions, MMA training across America, Hawaii and Thailand, and technical direction for the British Council for Chinese Martial Arts. This unique blend of classical Chinese martial arts with contemporary fighting methods and scientific coaching principles sets Rising Crane apart from purely traditional or purely modern academies.
Rogers has coached nine national and international champions across multiple disciplines, demonstrating proven ability to develop elite athletes. His sincere philosophy centres on helping students reach their highest potential whilst teaching to exacting Chinese standards with modern coaching science—a rare combination offering both authenticity and progressive training methodology.
Rising Crane is a martial arts and wellness academy based in Penarth, offering authentic Kung Fu and Tai Chi training both in-person and online. Founded by David Rogers, a rare non-Chinese indoor disciple of Master Deng Jan Gong, the academy brings decades of direct instruction from Canton to Wales.
The business serves individuals of all ages and fitness levels seeking either martial arts mastery or mindful wellness practice. Tai Chi students pursue inner peace, improved strength, flexibility and balance through gentle, meditative movement. Kung Fu students learn authentic Chinese martial arts encompassing traditional forms, practical self-defence and functional fitness, enriched by modern ground-fighting techniques.
What distinguishes Rising Crane is Rogers' exceptional lineage and global experience. As the only Westerner trained in the entire Deng family Hap Kune system directly from Master Deng, he brings unparalleled authenticity. His background spans traditional Chinese medicine, Brazilian Jiujitsu with world champions, MMA training across America, Hawaii and Thailand, and technical direction for the British Council for Chinese Martial Arts. This unique blend of classical Chinese martial arts with contemporary fighting methods and scientific coaching principles sets Rising Crane apart from purely traditional or purely modern academies.
Rogers has coached nine national and international champions across multiple disciplines, demonstrating proven ability to develop elite athletes. His sincere philosophy centres on helping students reach their highest potential whilst teaching to exacting Chinese standards with modern coaching science—a rare combination offering both authenticity and progressive training methodology.
Services offered
Personal training sessions in-personOnline Kung Fu classesOnline Tai Chi classesPrivate lessonsWorkshopsBrazilian Jiujitsu coachingMixed Martial Arts trainingTraditional Chinese Acupuncture consultation