Shaolin Hung Mei Kung Fu Association In Colorado

Shaolin Hung Mei Colorado was founded in 1993, formed a non-profit corporation in July of 1999, applied for its tax exempt status in June, 2002, and in three short months, was granted its 501C(3) status retroactive to the day of incorporation. Although training the traditional system of Shaolin Hung Mei forms the core of our practice, the Association is also dedicated to the teaching and promulgation of Chinese philosophy, history, and culture and has become an integral part of the Asian Pacific American communities of Colorado. We have just completed our 25th year of activities related to the Lunar New Year and are considered a “tradition” by the many organizations for whom we’ve performed for the bulk of – if not all – of that time. Our performances of the Chinese Dragon and Lions and traditional Shaolin arts are in great demand throughout the year by APA organizations, schools, corporations, nonprofit groups and the general public. The Association's dedication to promoting Chinese/Asian culture to the greater Boulder/Denver metro region and surrounding areas is amply demonstrated by the cultural initiatives that the Association has helped plan and execute as well as by the many awards the organization has received.

To further its not-for-profit mission, SHMKF in 2002 established the Academy of Chinese Martial and Cultural Arts. Today, a myriad of programs related to Chinese culture and ranging from traditional dance to Chinese medicine are offered at the Academy. In addition to these on-going programs, the Academy plays host to a variety of singular special events, lectures, workshops, etcetera (example: lecture entitled: "Qi Gong for Personal Health"). Virtually all regular programs and special events are open to the general public and many are offered for no fees although donations are solicited.