Cuong Nhu Hoa Sen Dojo

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CUONG NHU, which means hard/soft, is an eclectic blend of seven martial arts which was brought to the United States in 1971, by the founder, Grandmaster Ngo Dong. He originated the style in Vietnam in 1965 by combining the hard and soft styles of Karate, Judo, Aikido, Tai Chi, Vovinam, Wing Chun and American Boxing. By synthesizing these arts into a cohesive discipline, participants learn not only fighting technique, but a spiritual path for self-improvement, community service and love and respect for others.
Hoa Sen Dojo is a woman-run school which reflects the philosophy of self improvement to help others. Technique is taught to allow the student to gain confidence in self defense and artistry in martial movement.
Classes are offered four times per week. Please see the schedule of classes for specific details.
Hoa Sen Dojo offers gift certificates for classes, private lessons, and special self-defense workshops. Please inquire at our office.

Becoming the Lotus
Emerging from the depths of a muddy swamp, the pure white lotus flower symbolizes enlightenment and rebirth. Playing a prominent role in creation stories in ancient Egypt and India, the flower is an apt choice for a school which emphasizes personal growth through learning martial movement.
From the darkest depth comes the purest of blooms, the only plant to fruit and flower simultaneously. The lotus is a metaphor for the self-actualization made possible through study and discipline. This is the mission at Hoa Sen Dojo.