The Story
Rothrock's Kung Fu and Tai Chi is a five-star martial arts academy on East Carson Street in the South Side with over 50 years of combined instruction experience. The academy teaches traditional Kung Fu and Tai Chi to students of all ages and abilities.
Half a century of martial arts instruction has refined the teaching methods at Rothrock's to a sharp edge. The academy balances traditional techniques with modern training approaches, offering both the physical benefits of martial arts and the mental discipline that comes with serious practice.
What Makes It Pittsburgh
The South Side has always been a neighborhood with grit and toughness, and Rothrock's channels that energy into disciplined martial arts training. With over 50 years of instruction experience, the academy has trained generations of Pittsburgh martial artists.