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2002 E Union St, Seattle, Washington, 98122, United States

(206) 321-0613 www.wise-orchid.com

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Steve Walter

Jul 14, 2010

After studying martial arts for many years, and then taking many years off, I was not in the best of shape, mentally physically or spiritually. I began my quest for a teacher in the style that I felt would be a good match for my situation. I had terrible luck, every door I knocked on was a modified version of the Wing Chun system, and being a traditionalist, thats not what I wanted. I had a relationship with Sifu Viola through her dogs, and we hit it off due to the common interests, before you know it I was her student. She has a technical knowledge and understanding of internal martial arts that is unlike anything I have ever seen. She understands the application of her knowledge, and is excellent at teaching it, and making the information understandable. I have never felt like she was feeding me with an eye dropper, and I always felt that my health, structure and understanding of the technique were her priority. This is a woman who has dedicated her very soul to Chinese culture and the preservation of the internal martial arts, she has studied all over mainland China, and is truly a gem in our city. I know being a Hung Gar stylist who knows something and who does not, and your cup will never be empty with her. I personally recommend Sifu Viola, and she is the ONLY person in Seattle, that I trust enough to emulate by being her student.

Cheri Moikobu

Mar 24, 2017

Excellent instructor!!!!

A Google User

Jun 1, 2011

Viola is a rare teacher. She has worked hard to become proficient in her craft, and consistently seeks more experience to expand her capabilities. Her classes are always well thought out-- well prepared, with attention to bringing at least one new aspect into sharper focus. Enthusiasm infuses her instruction-- coupled with a sense of humor that makes everyone feel welcome and comfortable. The study of Tai Chi with Viola brings with it many gifts: a sense of community and greater health, feeling centered and balanced, and being focused and prepared.

A Google User

Apr 20, 2011

Learning Tai Chi has been on my bucket list for a while. I started classes in January and have been enjoying everything I'm learning. The classes are structured well - time for warming up, time for questions, time for tweeking each pose - it's great. Viola is a fantastic instructor and I'm lucky to have landed in her class. I would highly recommend learning this wonderful art from Viola in any of her teaching locations!!

A Google User

Apr 25, 2011

Loved it so much, I signed up for another 9 weeks at South Seattle Community College. Viola is a great instructor--patient, answers all questions thoroughly and thoughtfully, responds to comments respectfully. The QiGong forms are, for me, terrific--I'm in a very stressful situation and find myself able to de-stress and find some peace.

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