Master Shannon Moore

a.k.a. DaShan Sifu (大山大师)
Owner | Founder | Chief Instructor

With over 33 years of dedicated martial arts experience, Shi-Fu Shannon Moore began his journey at the age of 10 in Detroit, Michigan. His deep passion for the arts has driven him to train across a wide range of disciplines, including:

  • Taekwondo

  • Judo

  • Western Boxing

  • Okinawan Shorin Ryu under Sensei Don Bitanga

  • Shaolin T’ien Shan P’ai under Grandmaster Tony Lin

  • Traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu under Grandmaster William Cheung (over 22 years)

Shi-Fu Moore is recognized as one of the top fighting instructors in the Traditional Wing Chun system and has earned success in both regional and national full-contact competitions.

In 2004, he was inducted into the Martial Arts Hall of Fame for Outstanding Achievement. That same year, while touring China, he trained inside the historic Shaolin Temple under the personal instruction of the Head Warrior Monk, receiving certification in a specialized Chan Wu (Zen & Wushu) internal training program. He was officially recognized and certified by Venerable Head Abbot Shi Yongxin himself.

Shi-Fu Moore’s dedication has earned him wide respect within and beyond the Wing Chun community. Among his many honors:

  • Two time Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee

  • Silver Lifetime Achievement Award (2010) – United Fellowship of Martial Artists

  • Wing Chun Master of the Year (2011)

  • Director of Wing Chun Division, United States Kuo-Shu Federation (Appointed 2014 by Grandmaster Huang, Chien-Liang)

  • Executive Director Global Traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu Association (2014 - 2019)

Philosophy and Teaching Style

Shi-Fu Moore believes that the true purpose of martial arts is the perfection of life—enhancing health, cultivating mental clarity, developing character, and fostering a spirit of service toward others. His teaching blends ancient tradition with practical modern-day application, making it relevant both for real-world self-defense and competitive training.

He currently holds a Master Level certification and is fully authorized by Grandmaster William Cheung to teach the complete Wing Chun system. Known for his real-life, results-driven training methods, Shi-Fu Moore teaches group and private classes in Columbia, Maryland.