Assistant Coaches

Coach Darin James

Assistant Instructor Darrin James began studying Tai Chi in 1998 and has studied with Sifu Luo since 2001. He has been interested in Tai Chi for many years, not only as a martial art, but also for its health benefits. “Tai Chi’s many benefits are available for everyone, no matter the skill level or physical contition.” Darrin has a bachelor’s degree in International Business and is employed with his church.

Coach Wade Blevins

Wade Blevins began his martial arts training at the age of twelve, receiving a black belt in Hwa Rang Do at the age of 19. He began training wushu with Master Luo Minghan in 1999 and was one of his first students in Oklahoma, training in both Modern and traditional wushu and began teaching at the center in 2004. Wade earned a Masters in Education from OCU and puts those skills to good use as a coach. His coaching philosophy is to teach not only good solid foundational skills, but also “wude” or martial ethics to help students realize their full potential in and out of the wushu center. Wade believes that a good quality, well-rounded martial arts program can bring out the best in a student teaching discipline, perseverance, patience, integrity, humility, and instills a good work ethic. Wade has competed locally, nationally, and internationally. He has been nationally ranked as a junior competitor in both the NASKA and AKL circuits, and is also nationally ranked on the ICMAC circuit. Wade is an international IWUF traditional wushu gold and bronze medalist.

Coach Jennifer Powell

Jennifer began her training in Kung Fu and Tai Chi under the direction of Sifu Minghan Luo in 2014. She trains in Fanziquan, Yang Style and Chen style. Weapon styles include Jian (Straight Sword), Taiji Jian (Tai Chi Straight Sword), Changsui Jian (Long-Tassel Sword), and Shuang Tou Qiang (Double-Ended Spear). Jennifer began competing in 2021. She has competed locally and nationally and has earned many medals over the years. Jennifer performs with Luohan Wushu in local and regional demonstrations and special community Events.

Coach Fishatsion "Fish" Kassahun

Fishatsion Kassahun ("Fish") is a dedicated assistant instructor under Sifu Minghan Luo who has trained in Wushu since 2018. Through years of disciplined practice and perseverance, he has earned recognition at the national and local levels, including certification at the USAWKF National Championships early in his competitive career. Fish is a multiple-time USAWKF National Champion, capturing first-place titles in Bare-hand Baji Quan and Northern Gunshu, and was ranked second nationally in Adult Male Daoshu category in 2023. He continues to sharpen his skills by competing in local open tournaments throughout Oklahoma while remaining committed to lifelong growth in the art. As an instructor, Fish is passionate about sharing the discipline, tradition, and values of Wushu and is honored to train under Sifu Luo.