Yang’s Martial Arts Association (YMAA) was founded in 1982 by Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming in Boston, USA, and today stands as a respected international organization dedicated to the teaching and research of martial and internal arts. Its mission is to preserve, promote, and transmit the authentic heritage of traditional Chinese martial arts while integrating modern methods of education.

YMAA’s curriculum is organized into three main branches:

External Martial Arts: Including Shaolin Long Fist and White Crane, emphasizing power, speed, and practical applications.
Internal Martial Arts: With a special focus on Taijiquan (Yang-style Taiji) and the profound principles of Yin and Yang in movement and mind.
Qigong: Dedicated to cultivating internal energy, supporting health, mental tranquility, and strengthening concentration.
Over four decades, YMAA has grown from a local school in Boston into a global network with more than 50 branches across multiple continents. Its books, videos, and educational programs have been translated into numerous languages, reaching millions of students, instructors, and researchers worldwide.

A major milestone in YMAA’s history was the ten-year training and research project at the YMAA Retreat Center in California, which trained a new generation of instructors and provided a deep documentation of both external and internal arts. In addition, YMAA has hosted international seminars, training camps, and research initiatives to bridge ancient traditions with the demands of contemporary education.

Today, YMAA International is not only an educational institution but also a platform for cultural exchange and personal development. Grounded in values such as respect, perseverance, integrity, and the balance of tradition with innovation, YMAA strives to make the wisdom of martial arts a pathway to harmony of body, mind, and spirit for people around the world.

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