When it comes to using the saber, Donovan Cecil (Master DoVan) is a true master. He is a martial artist who has been teaching Traditional KungFu, Taichi, and QiGong for 17 years to students of all ages.

 

He worked closely  with Master Beto to build this course using techniques from many traditional Kungfu styles.  Donovan’s love for Eastern arts, culture, and philosophy began at the age of 6. The Ancient Chinese Martial Arts stood out to him not only because they are known as the grandfather to all martial arts, but also because they form a complete system; the intense KungFu training is balanced with highly developed internal systems like Taichi and Qigong that create a healthy and balanced lifestyle that harmonizes the mind, body, and spirit.

 

Having experienced amazing transformations through his training, Donovan became devoted to sharing these life-changing arts with the world.

Viera formed the academy in order to offer an alternative to traditional martial arts classes, with an environment that was more welcoming to both kids and adults.

 

Viera often reflects, “swords and sabers have always been part of our culture and our fascination with them is stronger now than ever”. With easy access to lightsabers, from an array of different sources worldwide, Viera felt it was essential for people to properly learn to use this weapon.

 

Viera met with Kung Fu Masters Beto and Dovan, who have over 1100 years of lineage behind them, to help create the first ever, fully authentic lightsaber training curriculum.

 

Together they hope to bring a whole new respect and understanding to an art form thousands of years old.