Sifu Ken Mills is the Chinese Boxing Institute International (C.B.I.I.) representative for Gainesville and the North Central Florida region. We are dedicated to the preservation and advancement of truly authentic, realistic and beneficial martial arts for health, self defense and mind-body fitness.
About Us
Chinese Boxing is considered the progenitor of all Asian forms of physical-mind culture. It can be divided into Shaolin, the basis for hard style Kung Fu and Karate, and the internal arts, Hsing-I, Pakua and Tai Chi being the most popular. The practice of these arts falls into three main areas. Form (the most ancient method of practice), self defense and martial sport. However, when the sports mentality is imposed on Chinese Boxing much of the art’s spiritual depth is sacrificed. Therefore, our main focus is on the form, philosophy, health benefits and self defense aspects. We believe Chinese Boxing to be one of life’s ultimate mind-body disciplines, suitable for people of all ages and abilities.
Sifu Mills began his martial arts training in 1972. Throughout his teens he studied Tae Kwon Do, Shotokan Karate and Judo. In 1981 he began his training in the Chinese Boxing arts. Sifu Mills has since focused his studies on Kai Sai Kung Fu, Wing Chun, Tai Chi, the Chinese Boxing Synthesis, Filipino Kali and Jiu-Jitsu earning several instructor certifications. He continues to study and promote these very special arts and is now concentrating on the art of Tai Chi Chuan. Sifu Ken Mills is a senior instructor for the Chinese Boxing Institute International, founded by Christopher Casey (Kai Sai) as an off-shoot of the Koushu Federation, Republic of China, set up to promote Koushu (national arts) worldwide. The C.B.I.I. is now headed by Sifu Mills’ main teacher, Professor James Cravens.
Senior Student * - Chinese Boxing Institute International (Wing Chun, Tai Chi & the Chinese Boxing Synthesis)
Chief Instructor - Kai Sai Method of Yim Wing Chun
Senior Instructor - CBII Chinese Boxing Group
Senior Instructor - CBII Chin-Na/Grappling/Wrestling Group
Senior Instructor - CBII Conditioning Group
Senior Instructor - CBII Weapons Group
4th Level Black Sash - Lannom's Kung Fu
Instructor - Shaolin Chuan Fa (Koushu General Studies)
Instructor - Sayoc Fighting Systems Philippine Martial Arts
Instructor - Filipine Triad Arts Synthesis
Affiliate Coach - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Wine Country Jiu-Jitsu Academy - Carlson Gracie Team)
Assistant Instructor - Integrated Jiu-Jitsu
President - Kai Sai Wing Chun International
Advisory Board - Chinese Boxing Instructor Association
Honorary Black Belt - Street Defense Systems Institute
Founder - Triad Fighting Synthesis
With over 50 years of experience.
Certified instructor since 1984.
* A "Senior Student" certification indicates the qualifications and accomplishments of a student and his close relationship to his direct teacher. It was the highest certificate Professor Cravens gave for a long time. It meant that the student had studied closely with the Professor for approximately ten years and had specialized in a Chinese Boxing curriculum, and reached excellent proficiency. Also, that they had a special understanding and vision of the principles which make Chinese Boxing special and shown growth in the development of these principles, demonstrated a strong character, and given unusual support to the mission of the Chinese Boxing Institute International.
Videos
MOST RECENT YOUTUBE VIDEOS:
Visit Sifu Mills on YouTube to view more free videos.
VIDEOS FOR PURCHASE:
$10 - Kung Fu Self Defense (36:14) Preview
$20 - Groundfighting Basics (20:41) Preview
$20 - Wing Chun Tactical Combat Weapons Defense (20:47) Preview
More Videos Coming Soon!
If you are interested in purchasing the full video, contact Sifu Mills at SifuKenMills@gmail.com for details.
Pictures
Here are some of the teachers I have trained with (use arrows to scroll):
Some random photos in no particular order (use arrows to scroll):
Training
Private/Semi-Private Lessons:
$50 per hour - Gainesville area (1-3 students. I will come to the location of your choice.) *
Video Lessons:
$40 per hour - Skype, Zoom, FaceTime, etc. (1-3 students) *
You will need high speed internet or Wifi, a computer with camera and enough space to move a few steps left, right, forward and backward while staying in view.
Note - You may have up to (3) three people per lesson to help share the cost. Lessons are offered between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Saturday based on availability.
Group Tai Chi Classes in Gainesville:
Tai Chi Classes at the University of Florida are temporarily on hold.
Sifu Mills is also available for seminars. Contact us for details.
Email SifuKenMills@gmail.com for more information or to book a lesson.
* Your first video or private lesson is free. Before scheduling your first lesson please complete this APPLICATION AND LIABILITY RELEASE FORM and submit it online.
(This only needs to be done once and must be received prior to beginning your training with Sifu Mills and the C.B.I.I. North Central Florida chapter.)
LIST OF CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS
(Note - not all of these instructors may be actively teaching C.B.I.I. curriculum and many are certified in other styles, but all have received instructor certifications from me.)
Tony Caucci - Senior Instructor & Chief Instructor Kai Sai Wing Chun International
Ivan Rodriguez - Senior Instructor & Founder Wing Chun Tactical Combat System
Mike Testut - Senior Instructor & Master Contributor Triad Fighting Synthesis
Brady Marshall - Senior Instructor & Triad Fighting Synthesis Certified
Justin Testut - Senior Instructor
Michael Locke - Senior Instructor
Sal Spinelli - Senior Instructor & Triad Fighting Synthesis Certified
Matt Giordano - Instructor
Brandon Testut - Instructor
Daniel Barker - Instructor
Ryan Barker - Instructor
Dan Torregrossa - Instructor & Master Contributor Triad Fighting Synthesis
Tyler Bryson - Instructor
Steve Thompson - Honorary Instructor
John Schroeder - Honorary Instructor
Jeff Santella - Honorary Instructor
Mark Bullard - Honorary Instructor
Kevin Russell - Assistant Instructor
Contact Us
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Sifu Ken Mills is located in Gainesville, Florida and teaches Tai Chi as a leisure course at the University of Florida.
Sifu Mills is also available for private or semi-private lessons by appointment with local area students.
Video lessons are available online from virtually anywhere. See training options here.
