Lau Kune Do Kung Fu and Tai Chi

Who would have thought that I’d still be here 2 ½ years after I started training in Taijichaun? Yes, I am still here, and my previous, early reviews still hold true. Sifu Paul McIntyre has been every bit the mentor I was looking for. He is incredibly patient, an exceptional teacher and a very talented martial artist. He is the sort of person who you just look forward to being around, and who can give you just the bit of insight you may need with a few words. He always seems to know what I need to hear, and knows when to challenge me and when I need to sit where I’m at for the time being.
I came to this temple during a very difficult time, and with some unusual medical issues. From my earliest days training, Sifu has helped me learn to listen to and read my body and teaches me how to modify what I am doing to gently strengthen and improve mobility. Over the last 2 ½ years, I have become physically and emotionally stronger, my mood has improved and I am becoming more patient. It has helped me deal with grief, lost dreams, and to learn live in the present. I am better able to find some peace within myself, though I still have a long way to go with that. I have some unusual challenges physically, and Sifu has been very supportive and helpful while I explore how those issue impact my training.
Classes may have a few students, or more than a dozen, but Sifu does not just teach a group of people. He knows the skill level and of progress of each student and guides each of us accordingly.
I love studying Taijichuan and am glad for every minute I spend here. The other students are a great group of friendly, accepting people, and I am grateful to have every one of them in my life. I could not have more respect for Sifu both as a teacher and the kind of person he is. This is a path I intend to walk for the rest of my life, and I hope to be able to walk it here.
Taijichuan looks easy, but it is not. It is challenging physically and mentally. It works its way into your very being. Come. Talk to Sifu. Take a class. You never know were it may lead.

I have had the pleasure of training under Sifu for the past year and a half. When I moved up to orange county I was in search for a kung fu school. I called Sifu that day and he had me come in for an interview. I greatly appreciated getting to meet with him not only for me to learn about the art he taught but also for the opportunity to share my goals. Sifu offered me an invitation to train and I gladly took it.
While I thought I was getting to the opportunity to learn kung fu and tai chi in reality I was being given so much more. The amount of community and brotherhood/​sisterhood in the temple is staggering. I can honestly say I always felt welcomed at the temple. It quickly became a place that no matter what was going on in my life I knew I could always find solace in my training.
Every class you learn something new or a different angle on something you thought you knew. Whats more Sifu invests in each student personally. While I cant speak for others I can say my life has been greatly enriched by his advice.
I would strongly encourage anyone thinking about exploring the arts to schedule a meeting with Sifu Mcintyre

A friend suggested I try Tai Chi over the holidays so I googled Tai Chi and Costa Mesa and found this place. The temple is close to my house in Costa Mesa and after reading the reviews I thought that this would be a good place for me.
Sifu McIntyre answered my initial email inquiry promptly and after an initial meeting I joined the temple. While I wasn’t initially seeking Kung Fu training, I am so glad that I have been learning both Tai Chi and Kung Fu. The disciplines are very complementary and Sifu teaches both with extensive knowledge, integrity and compassion for his students. I can see that I will be growing and learning in ways that I had not anticipated.
If you are interested in whole body and mind health as well as self-​defense
training, check out the website and contact Sifu McIntyre. You’ll be glad that you did!

I don’t know much about Kung Fu, Tai Chi or Lau Kune Do however, I do know that the owner is a nice guy and seems to really be good at what he does. The studio is very nice and the people, including the children that go in and out seem to be very respectful and polite, something I think this type of martial arts is known for.

This place is magical for learning and practicing Tai Chi. Sifu Paul Mcintyre is a very gifted and talented temple keeper/​teacher. Since learning Tai Chi from Sifu Pual, I have experienced many benefits in my life. It is an amazing martial art, great for opening up channels and learning to be sensitive to energy. I highly recommend this gem of a place. Chi!!!

I joined this Kung Fu class earlier this year and thoroughly enjoyed learning this new art. Sifu has great integrity and is extremely dedicated to his family, the art, and his students. Having a patient and dedicated teacher is key to learning a new art form. In addition, we also have a great mix of students whom all are committed to learning, which makes for great support.
I have 3 girls under the age of 4, so time is limited. I can only attend 2 classes in a week at most, but with practice, I can still keep up with the rest of the class. I look forward to the classes each week.
Reza W.

It’s not the place where you practice martial arts. It’s the person that is showing you and training you the art. My husband and I have been practicing Kung Fu and Tai Chi for almost a year and we have to say that it’s changed our lives. We love our Sifu and our new family. Our Sifu is not only our Kung Fu Master, he is our mentor. I’ve never met anyone as Zen as my Sifu. He has definitely helped us look at life and many things in a different light.
This art has given us the confidence to know that if we were in any situation of danger, we have the tools to get ourselves out of the situation or to defend ourselves. This is a comforting feeling as a woman. Not are we only learning defensive martial arts we are learning more about ourselves. Learning to become more Zen, at piece with ourselves.
My husband and I are firm believers that it was not just the art that got us practicing the art. It was the gravitational pull that our Sifu has and when we enter our temple a calm comes over us and all of our troubles and issues are put aside. This our weekly therapy to keep our heads clear and on straight.
I highly encourage couples to practice together. My husband and I practice 4 times a week together and it has made us much closer and our bond stronger. It gives us something to do together and it keeps us healthy and in shape. Newport Lau Kune Do and Tai Chi temple is my sanctuary… my piece of mind, it feels like home.
Lori Vu