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Grand Master Andy Ye Xinglie

Grand Master Andy Ye Xinglie Founder & Head Master, USA Shaolin Kungfu Zen Academy 34th-Generation Disciple in the Shaolin Temple Executive Chairman, International Wushu Sanshou Dao Association (IWSD), 2026–2028 About Master Ye Grand Master Andy Ye Xinglie is the founder and head master of USA Shaolin Kungfu Zen Academy (SKZ). As a 34th-generation disciple in the Shaolin Temple, Master Ye has dedicated decades to Shaolin Kung Fu training, teaching, cultural preserva

Grandmaster Shifu Andy Represented IWSD at the Chinese Consulate's Celebration of China's 77th National Day

On September 29, 2026, Shaolin Kungfu Zen Academy founder Shifu Andy Ye represented the International Wushu Sanshou Dao Association (IWSD) at a reception celebrating the 77th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, hosted by the Chinese Consulate General in San Francisco. During the reception, Shifu Andy had the pleasure of speaking with Consul General Zhang Jianmin and his wife, Zheng Xin, and reconnecting with Counselor Wang Wenhui. He shared highligh

Master’s Message

Dear Students,

Kung Fu is more than learning movements, forms, or earning a new belt.

It is a journey of learning, practice, character, and growth.

You will not learn everything at once. Some skills take time. Some challenges may feel difficult. What matters is that you keep trying, keep learning, and keep improving.

At SKZ, we hope you grow in more than skill.

Learn to focus.Learn to be patient.

Learn to respect others.

Learn to take responsibility.

Learn to help others.

As your skills grow, your responsibility should grow too.

A good student learns for themselves.

A strong student also learns how to support others.

Always remember:

Kung Fu builds the body.

Wisdom guides the mind.

Character shapes who you become.

Do not only ask:

“What belt will I earn next? "

Also ask:

“What did I learn today?”

“How did I grow? ”

“How can I help others?”

Keep learning.

Stay humble.

Do your best.

Help others grow.

Train the body. Grow the mind. Build character.

Master Andy Ye

USA Shaolin Kungfu Zen Academy

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