"All the guides and the coaches were the best.  Thank you for opening up your (China) side of this world to me and my daughter, and friends.  I believe we are leaving with some new friends."             Steven R. Townsend, Martial Arts instructor

"My proudest moment occurred at the (Kung Fu) Training Center.  Myself and our two coaches, Kellen and Ryan, were exchanging martial arts info and skills – well they had me perform a form from our style – and during it everyone in the room stopped what they were doing and at the end everyone clapped – I was so flattered."                                                                           Tiffany M. Townsend, Instructor & High School Student

"Training was very intense but rewarding.  Our coaches were patient and persistent – to keep us to accomplishing the most possible. We found great skill among the students and coaches at the school.  They were anxious to share their knowledge and learn from us."               Rick Koch, Father

"Going to the school in Kaifeng (was the most exciting moment).  I felt the people were so welcoming.  I especially loved having the kids over to play cards.  We learned about China’s culture from the kid’s eyes and learned about our culture. "                                                Donna Koch, mother    

"The people of China are wonderful.  Some of the customs are more difficult to adjust to, but we were very well received.  Many smiles and “Hellos”; those who knew any English wanted to practice and learn more."                                                                                    Rick Koch, Father 

"Being 40 years old the training at first was hard and painful.  But I enjoyed the pressure and constant positive reinforcement from our coaches.  By the third day lots of the muscles soreness started to leave and it gave me a good feeling of achievement.  The coaches even (came with us to buy our souvenirs by) walked with us through town, which helped build a quick strong friendship."                    Steven R. Townsend, Martial Arts instructor

"My trip to China was more fun than I could ever imagine.  Mr. Li (Tour guide) made it even more enjoyable.  He was an awesome tour guide, and I will never forget this experience."      Amber Wagner, high school student

"I very much want to stay in touch with the many great people we met.  There is a bright future for the people of China and America as we learned more about each other – and discover the myths we have come to learn about each other."                                                Rick Koch, Father

"(My training at Shaolin was) excellent, our Coaches were caring, outgoing, personable, fun and full of knowledge. The training was hard work, but if it weren’t it would not have been so satisfying to achieve.  The activity was fun, fulfilling and unforgettable. The whole trip was a once in a lifetime trip that was also a learning experience. I wish to visit China – Beijing and also the Kung Fu Center again. "             Tiffany M. Townsend, Instructor & High School Student