Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts

Memorial Day Holiday 2023
2023-05-27 - 2023-05-30 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Hello Summer!
The Dojhang will observe the Memorial Day Holiday – no classes Sat, May 27 or Mon May 29.
As we celebrate the start of summer and wrap up a very good school year (whew! wooHoo!), let’s remember what Memorial Day is all about – offer a good work, or peaceful thought to honor the Memory of those true warriors who paid the ultimate sacrifice of their lives so that we could all live free and enjoy the privileges of our beautiful country. Let’s nurture our Nobility of Spirit and commit to practicing patience and understanding with the people and places we encounter in our martial artist’s life XO

Good Friday - No Classes
2023-04-07 - 2023-04-08 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Wishing our Students who celebrate, and all Friends, Family & Community a Good Passover and a Solemn Easter Weekend celebration – we ARE in class on Saturday, 4.8, but no classes Friday, 4.7 in observance of Good Friday.

Spring Break!
2023-03-25 - 2023-04-02 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Wishing everyone a safe, healthy and happy Spring Break as we take pause here to welcome this new season of GROWTH in ourselves, our Dojhang, and our Martial Arts Practice.
No Classes Saturday March 25 through Saturday April 1, 2023 – back in action on Monday, April 3rd!

Martial Arts Oak Park Promotion Ceremony
2023-03-17 16:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Congratulations to our students who proudly stepped forward to TEST in our quarterly March, 2023 Promotion Test! Now it’s our turn to be Proud, and to listen to your essays, and award and recognize your new belt rank!
The essay question is: “What is the BEST way to improve myself, and how can I accomplish this goal?”
Your promotion ceremony is planned during classes today! Please bring your essay (see the essay preparation guidelines here…..it’s easy!), present your essay, and receive your promotion!
Parents, you are welcome to join us! Please travel light: seating is limited!

Promotion Test - March 2023
2023-03-11 09:30 - 17:00 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Plan to Promote! If you have studied consistently for the past 3 months, we believe that most students are ready to step forward to TEST and get promoted! Yippee!
Detailed schedule:

Children: 9:30am–12 or 12:30pm
Teen & Adults: 1:00pm

Let’s stay healthy, get stronger, and be ready!
Please register in advance – submit your test registration (link to the Test Registration Form here), either by email or on site, along with your test fees prior to test day – payments accepted via Zelle to MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com or credit card.
Any questions?
If you have any questions, please email them to MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com

President's Day Camps & Training - 02.20.23
2023-02-20 13:00 - 17:30 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Are you ready for some late-winter warm ups??
We will NOT be teaching our regular schedule of classes today, but we WILL be offering some special HOLIDAY TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES! Advance registration appreciated to plan and customize your curriculum!

ARTISTIC WEAPONRY – 1:00-3:00pm – experienced, registered students only please for this one-day installment!
AIRBORNEKicks – 3:30-5:30pm – all registered students blue belt and above are eligible, or with instructor invite for lower ranks.

More details to follow! Register: MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com

Awards Ceremony! Best of the Best 2022!
2023-01-25 17:10 - 17:45 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Join us to recognize the Best of the Best of 2022! Our recognitions will include, but are not limited to:

Instructor of the Year
Student of the Year
Color Belt of the Year
Most Highly Honored Martial Artist
Highly Honored Students

We are scheduling this way to include our beginning Level 1 children and Level 2 children and youth to witness and celebrate the achievements of our Martial Arts Family in 2022. We hope this allows as many students and families as possible to conveniently be a part of the celebration! Honestly, EVERYONE has made great progress over the past year in so many ways, and we are truly grateful for the commitment of our students, families, and instructors who have stood strong despite obstacles, which we have weathered-together! YOU are our WHY in all that we do: YOUR Success = OUR Purpose!
Although we have yet to reset our visitor/family seating (it’s definitely on the TO-Do List!), parents are always WELCOME! We encourage you to travel light with minimal belongings entering the dojhang (our priority is our students!). THANK YOU to our sponsors and Supreme GrandMaster Yu, who have helped to make these awards possible, and to our students’ dedication and grit! NinjaLove all around!

MLKing Day Holiday - No Classes 01.16.23
2023-01-16 - 2023-01-17
Have a safe and peaceful holiday break as we honor the memory and life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who’s legacy we seek to follow, “The Time is Always Right to DO what is Right!”.
No classes on Monday, January 16, 2023.

Winter Holiday Break
2022-12-23 - 2022-12-29 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Happy Holidays! The Dojhang will be on Holiday break from Friday, 12.23 through Wednesday, 12.28.
See you back in class on Friday, 12.30, and our New Year’s Class the morning of Saturday, 12.31!
We wish all of our students, families and friends, peace, health, happiness and good gifts!
NinjaLove to all,
Supreme GrandMaster Yu,
Master Wilson, Master Segreti, Master Enloe, and ALL of your
Dedicated Oak Park Martial Arts Instructors 🙂

Martial Arts Belt Promotion Ceremony - December 2022
2022-12-16 16:30 - 20:00 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Respectful of your test and hard work, and mindful of our student’s holiday schedules and family responsibilities, we are proud to invite you to come forward to receive your promotion today during all classes. Please bring your essay to present and leave with us as the final portion of your promotion test. Essay preparation guidelines are here, and the essay question will be posted on site, and on social media, by Monday December 12th.
Essay Topic:
Martial Arts Promotion Test Essay – December 2022

Quarterly Promotion Test - December 2022
2022-12-10 09:30 - 17:00 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
It’s time once again to step forward to show your improvement and advancement over the past quarter: it’s Test Day! We have really been impressed with everyone’s commitment, determination, and true martial artist’s spirit. You show up regularly, wear the mask, learn the skills, refine the skills, and take full ownership of your healthy, martial artist’s lifestyle! Our Master Instructors and Instructors are all super proud of you and we are happy to see you shine! We are looking forward to an awesome day!
Test Day Schedule:
Children’s Test: 9:30am-12:30pm
Adults & Teen Test: 1:00-4:00pm

Link to the Test Registration Form here

Any questions?
If you have any questions, please email them to MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com

Thanksgiving Holiday Break
2022-11-23 - 2022-11-27 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Everyday, we are grateful for the chance to teach all of you and to call you “Family”, sharing our life of learning and our martial arts journey together.
We wish you all a Happy, Healthy Thanksgiving. The Dojhang will take a short break
Wednesday, November 23 – Saturday, November 26.
We are back in action on Monday, November 28, 2022. Have a peaceful, safe and happy holiday!

November 2022 - 30 Day Challenge
2022-11-01 - 2022-12-01 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
November 2022: 30-day Martial Arts Conditioning Challenge
Commit, Discipline, Do!
This challenge is for YOU! It’s YOURS! Own it – YOU are in charge! And it’s totally FREE! You have nothing to lose!
The Daily 100!

20 Squat Jumps – Squat Low, and Jump!
20 Pushups
20 seconds – Wall Sits – Find a clear wall, and sit against it with a flat back, knees bent at 90 degrees. Start with 20 seconds, and increase a few seconds each day to make it to 1 or 2 minutes (superstar level!) by Nov.30!
Planks – start with 20 seconds, or whatever duration makes you mildly uncomfortable; increase a few seconds per day through month-end. You will be amazed!!! Try to get to a minute consistently every day.
20 Hip Dips in your plank – while holding your plank, dip your hips from side to side for a total of 20 times.
Last week of Month, or over THANKSGIVING Break: Write a short response (no more than 2 paragraphs), “Why should we make the effort to challenge ourselves?”
Do something for someone every day without being asked and keep it a secret

By December 8th, Submit a written summary or journal of your achievements. Prizes for participation, and our overall Winner will take home a medal or other treasured relics and prizes from the Dojhang.

Halloween 2022 Schedule
2022-10-31 16:00 - 18:30 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Happy Halloween! No evening classes tonight!
We are on the porch to greet you for Trick-or-Treat from 4-6:30pm.
Here is where you will receive (if you dare!) your 30-Day November Challenge (easy, very easy – only commitment is required!) Others will get it late when we post it on November 1st! We invite ALL of our students and community and families to JOIN the Challenge!
Halloween also launches our one and only annual fundraiser for our amazing food pantry, @BeyondHunger. Digital or Monetary Donations Only – because, well, it’s so easy and the food pantry gets a $9/return for every $1 we contribute. Bring your dollars, or click here to participate with us!
https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/MASTERYU
We will go through the month of November getting strong and giving back TOGETHER!!!

Let's Support BeyondHunger - Annual Master Yu Martial Arts Fundraiser 2022
2022-10-31 - 2022-12-01 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Trick-or-Treat to FIGHT HUNGER – Our ONE Annual Fundraiser
Halloween is the Official Launch of our Annual Fundraiser to support our food pantry, @BeyondHunger. We love their wholistic and practical philosophy and commitment to service and community. This is OUR TIME to Shine. Please Participate! Our Goal is always to meet and exceed our previous year. You all have stepped up Big Time in the past, and we hope you will once again unite with us to Knock-out Hunger in our midst. We have migrated to a TOTALLY DIGITAL Fundraiser (Including Checks made out to BeyondHunger, and Cash accepted in our Donation Box at the Dojhang).
$1 from us = $9 to the food pantry – every little bit helps! So, crack open that piggy-bank and share with those in need. GrandMaster has his birthday in November, and for those of you who are wanting to give gifts, this is the BEST gift you could ever give. Hunger is something we can kick out, TOGETHER! THANK YOU!
Here’s a link that takes you straight to our fundraiser: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/MASTERYU

Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts Promotion Ceremony - September 2022
2022-09-16 16:30 - 20:30 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
During all classes today, we will set aside time for your Essay Presentation and Belt Promotion! See details on your essay question here.
It is always a very joyful time to see and learn from everyone presenting their essay, and to watch you all enjoy your achievement while embracing the new challenges. Don’t worry: if for some reason you are not able to be with us for this community celebration, we will have your belt and certificate waiting for you when you next come to class. If you have to miss this event, please understand, due to teaching time constraints, that we may not be able to hear you present your essay, but we look forward to receiving your written version.
Any question, we are here for you: MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com

AirborneKicks Camp
2022-08-08 14:00 - 2022-08-12 16:00 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
AIRBORNE KICKS – 5-day INtenSIVE!: August 8-12, 2022 – Monday through Friday, 2:00-4:00pm.
Students BlueBelt and above (+ lower ranks with Master’s invitation) are invited to take advantage of this awesome training opportunity. You build your strength, skill and martial artist’s mind, and improve your martial arts performance in every way possible! We purposely schedule these before our regularly scheduled classes.
Pre-registration is encouraged: we have a 10-student minimum, 20-student maximum and custom-plan curriculum to enrollment. All special training camps developed and led by Supreme GrandMaster Yu.
Beyond conditioning, the technical mechanics of the many airborne kicks, which may include jump sidekick, doublejump front kick, jump spin wheel kick, scissors kick. Make TigerEyes and sign-up now! Don’t miss this awesome opportunity to close out your summer strong and confident!
$395/week; 95/day (minimum 3-day camp attendance strongly encouraged)
Registration/More Info: MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com

Artistic Weaponry Camp with Supreme GrandMaster Yu
2022-08-01 14:00 - 2022-08-05 16:00 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
ARTISTIC WEAPONRY featuring the TwinSticks and Nunchauka: August 1-5, 2022; 2:00-4:00pm. Available to registered students BlueBelt and above.
Extend the reach and repertoire of your skills! Students learn practical self defense moves, sequences and fluid, artistic forms. A Master S. H. Yu Martial Arts Original workshop: all sequences and forms developed and choreographed by Supreme GrandMaster Yu. It is our greatest honor and pleasure to bring back this training after a 2-year hiatus.
Pre-registration is encouraged: we have a 10-student minimum, 20-student maximum and custom-plan curriculum to enrollment. All special training camps developed and led by Supreme GrandMaster Yu.

Registration: MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com

$425/week; $100/day (minimum 3-day camp attendance required).
If you are NEW to this practice, there is a $50 materials fee for your practice sticks and nunchauka.

AirborneKicks Mini-Camp
2022-06-20 14:45 - 2022-06-24 16:00 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Start your Summer Strong!
A condensed version of our popular conditioning camp to elevate your kicks and break-through the musculature and flexibility barriers that may be holding you back from pure airborne kicking joy!
This training is available to Registered students BlueBelt and above (or lower rank with Master’s Invitation)
Advance Registration appreciated – minimum 10, maximum 20 students.
$325/week; $75/day (minimum 3-day camp attendance strongly encouraged)

Promotion Day!
2022-06-17 16:30 - 20:30 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
You have worked hard, taken your test, written your essay, and now it’s time to get promoted! We will have your promotions ready for you today (or earlier), and will give you your promotion when you come for class. We are looking forward to celebrating in a promotion ceremony as soon as it is safe and healthy to do so, but until then, we will go with the flow and recognize you as timing allows before and/or after class 🙂 Meanwhile, enjoy this pre-pandemic photo of our community promotion ceremony, essays in hand!
Here is the link to the essay question: Essay Question – June 2022 Test

Oak Park Martial Arts Promotion Test
2022-06-04 09:30 - 16:00 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Your commitment to your practice is about to pay off! If you have put in the time, and know your skills, you are ready to step forward to TEST!
Please register in advance – submit your test registration (link to the Test Registration Form here), either by email or on site, along with your test fees prior to test day – payments accepted via Zelle to MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com or credit card. Your test will include an essay question. The topic/question will be posted the Monday following the test by end of day (June 6th).

Test Day Schedule:
Kids/Children: 9:30am – Beginner Belts (White/Yellow/Orange) should be ready for pickup by 11:30am
Teen/Adult: 1:00pm

Any questions?
If you have any questions, please email them to MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com

Memorial Day Holiday
2022-05-30 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
As we remember with great respect and gratitude all the military service members who have given their life for our country and our freedom, let’s all spend some time today, as we welcome summer, in silent reflection, and honor their memory through patience and good works.
No Classes Today! Enjoy the Holiday safely and in good health with Friends and Family!

Spring Break 2022
2022-03-26 - 2022-04-02 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Spring Break Saturday March 26-Saturday April 2, 2022.
Have a Safe and Healthy and Happy, Peaceful Spring Break! We will see you back in class on Monday, April 4, 2022.

Promotion Test - March 2022
2022-03-05 09:30 - 16:00 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Back on our quarterly testing schedule! Yay! We are preparing now for our test, and your Masters and Instructors are so happy to give you this opportunity to advance and elevate your skills! You are all doing an amazing job this quarter and we are so proud of everyone for rising above ALL the obstacles!
Please register in advance and be ready to SHINE!
Any questions: MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com

Click Here for Test Registration

Detailed schedule:
Children 9:30am-12:30pm – we will test by rank and give you more details for pickup times closer to the date
Teen/Adult 1:00pm-3:00pm

AirborneKicks Camp - President's Day 2022
2022-02-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Join us for some specialized training to elevate your skills and your kicks! Celebrate the holiday together conditioning and training together to get your kicks Airborne!
Taught by SupremeGrandMaster Yu, this workshop is for registered students Blue Belt and above of all ages. We will meet where you are and you will discover your incredible capacity to get Airborne! If you’re new to Airborne Kicks, you will be taught the conditioning and mind/muscle prep you need to jump and land safely and solidly. Experienced campers will build on existing skills and gain confidence to stay strong and gain altitude!
Registration in advance: 20 students maximum: MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com

President's Day 2022
2022-02-21 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Today we present our specialized training camp, Airborne Kicks, with Advance Registration for Students Blue Belt and Above.
No Evening Classes today! Back with our regularly scheduled classes on Wed, 2.23.

Airborne Kicks Camp - Winter 2021
2021-12-27 14:00 - 2021-12-30 16:00 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Welcome Back to Airborne Kicks Camp!
4-Day Kicks Workshop to elevate your skills, conditioning, joy in practice! AirborneKicks Camp info here – available to registered students blue belt and above – an amazing opportunity to train with THE BEST of the BEST!
Advance Registration Required – limited capacity!
Please contact Master Wilson for registration and more details: MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com. We will use SignUpGenius for reservations.

Artistic Weaponry Camp - Winter 2021
2021-12-27 11:30 - 2021-12-30 13:30 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
About Artistic Weaponry Camp
Accessible to registered students blue belt and above who are looking to expand their martial arts repertoire with beautiful, effective, artistic movement using the TwinSticks and Nunchauka. All forms and choreographed sequences are original, developed and continually enhanced by our founder and teacher, Sr. GrandMaster Yu. Continuous days offer students the ability to develop mind/muscle memory to make the skills their own. It is a beautiful practice offered in a safe and focused environment.
Materials required: foam twin sticks and foam/practice nunchauka – if you’re new to the practice, we will provide these for an additional fee with your registration.
Reservations and advance registration is mandatory, as our capacity is limited. Take advantage of this incredible opportunity! You can read more about Artistic Weaponry here.
More info: MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com

Holiday Break
2021-12-22 - 2021-12-26 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
Merry Christmas Everybody! 🎄🎅 We will take a short break and see you back in action for Winter Break Camps the week of December 27th.
Wishing everyone a peaceful, healthy and beautiful holiday. We Treasure you as our Family!

Promotion Test
2021-12-11 09:30 - 16:00 | Master S.H. Yu Martial Arts
We are happy to offer the opportunity to TEST and advance your skills! Happy to be back on our quarterly testing schedule.
Detailed schedule for testing:
9:30am-12:30pm Children’s Test
We will begin with our highest rank for a portion of their test, and then invite our beginners and color belts to complete their test and dismiss before continuing our black belt youth and children’s test
1:00-4:00pm Adult/Teen Test
We will test by level and students may dismiss after their level, or stay to observe the higher ranking belts test.

Please register in advance, by Friday, December 10th, to be included in our testing roster.

Here is a link to the Test Registration Form
Please send registration information to: MasterWilson@Master-SH-Yu.com
