Clarence Cooper Jr
Grandmaster Clarence Cooper Jr.
50+ Years of Martial Arts Excellence, Disciple of Dr. Daniel K. Pai
Clarence Cooper Jr., known respectfully as Grandmaster Cooper or Sifu, is a living legend in the world of Chinese Martial Arts with more than 50 years of experience. His martial arts journey began under the tutelage of the infamous Great Grandmaster Daniel K. Pai, where GM Cooper quickly rose to prominence as one of Dr. Pai’s top students.
Throughout his career, Grandmaster Cooper has traveled extensively, bringing his expertise to the United States, the Caribbean, and abroad, setting the standard for excellence in martial arts. His commitment to the art of Pai Lum has been unwavering, and his skills were honed through a long and successful competitive career, during which he won numerous global competitions. His reputation as a fierce competitor and disciplined practitioner was built on years of dedication, humility, and a deep love for his craft.
True to his philosophy, GM Cooper has passed down the essence of Pai Lum to his students with integrity, wisdom, and a focus on the core principles of the martial art. Those with teaching privileges under his guidance are entrusted with carrying on this lineage, ensuring that the art continues to thrive through generations of practitioners.
In addition to his martial arts expertise, GM Cooper shares the knowledge he inherited from Dr. Pai, who was not only a master martial artist but also a pioneer in reconstructive therapy and herbal medicine. Under Dr. Pai's mentorship, GM Cooper learned to embrace pain, using the principles of martial arts and herbal healing to treat injuries and alleviate discomfort. His dedication to this holistic approach to healing allows him to teach his students how to embrace both the physical and mental aspects of martial arts, while also providing them with practical knowledge about injury recovery and the healing properties of herbal medicine.
Through his teachings and example, Grandmaster Clarence Cooper Jr. continues to inspire students worldwide, fostering a culture of excellence, discipline, and respect within the martial arts community. His legacy remains as strong as ever, with each of his students carrying forward the wisdom and humility that define him as a true Sifu.
