Sifu Richard L. Gamboa began his martial arts training at the age of seven and has been teaching since 1986. As a full time instructor of the Martial Arts, his goal for the future of Kung Fu in America is "...to make authentic Kung Fu available to everyone, so that they can achieve their full potential, both as Martial Artists and as individuals."

Sifu Richard's perseverance and hard work resulted in being the youngest to test and qualify to instruct in the Southern Praying Mantis system of Kung Fu. Sifu Richard still receives advanced training in Kung Fu, Chi Kung (internal energy skill) and Chinese medicine.

Sifu Richard's chief interest is the positive effect that Martial Art's training has had on the community. Besides appearances at local demonstrations, in the news, and at seminars- he has initiated special programs to encourage people from all backgrounds to take advantage of Martial Arts training, which he feels is the best way for both kids and adults to reach their full potential as individuals.