The University for Chinese Arts
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Join our exclusive intensive seminars. Limited spaces available for profound, personalized instruction.
7th Experience Internal Martial Arts Camp
A 4-day intensive Wu Taijiquan Seminar set in the mountains of Madeira Island.
“The most transformative experience of my martial arts journey. The combination of authentic teaching and Madeira's healing environment is unmatched.”
The Instructors
Sifu Sergio P. Iadarola
A true Wing Chun legend and master of Taijiquan (Yang & Wu styles). Founder of the Eternal Spring Institute, IWKA, and Schools of Kung Fu, with over 38 years of experience and 16 years spent in Hong Kong and China.
Sifu Yuri Morelli
Kung Fu enthusiast specializing in Wing Chun and Weng Chun Kung Fu.
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Sifu Sunny So
Respected practitioner preserving the traditional Tang Yik Weng Chun system.
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Sifu Zhou Zhongfu
Fifth-generation inheritor from Shanghai, supporting the Wu Taijiquan Project.
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Sifu Kleber E. Battaglia
International Wing Chun master, with extensive study in China.
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The Mission of Eternal Spring Institute
Ensuring our students receive the authentic transmission and essence of internal Chinese martial arts, starting with a solid foundation where our motto "Where the internal builds the external" comes to life through deep body, mind, and energy cultivation. Experience our transformational curriculum through workshops, live training, and online programs.
Our vision is to create an authentic Chinese Temple experience in Europe, an institute offering true instruction beyond conventions, open to Masters, Sifus, and beginners alike.
Located on Madeira, “The Eternal Spring Island” of Portugal, this sanctuary offers an ideal climate year-round and breathtaking nature, a perfect setting for Martial Arts, Qigong, and Neigong practice.
Explore your path toward mastery in an elegant, supportive space.
Our Martial Arts Programs
Authentic Chinese martial arts styles, each offering unique pathways to internal mastery and personal transformation.
Internal Wing Chun
The 1700/1800 curriculum is a deeply rooted pathway into Wing Chun’s original internal foundations. It emphasizes internal development alongside historical forms and principles.
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Weng Chun
Preserving the rare Tang Yik Weng Chun system, a Southern Chinese martial art and sister system to Wing Chun. Rooted in teachings passed down by late Grandmasters Tang Suen and Tang Yik.
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Wu Taijiquan
An authentic transmission of the Wu family system through Sifu Zhou Zhongfu, a direct lineage holder. Sifu Zhou embodies a complete, traditionally preserved method.
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Institute Directors
Sifu Michael Rainer
A Wing Chun instructor whose martial arts journey spans decades, shaped by intensive personal training under Sifu Sergio P. Iadarola and deep study of traditional lineages.
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Winby Chan
Overseeing the educational and operational frameworks that support both the online platforms and in-person training at the Eternal Spring Institute.
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Madeira
The Longevity Island
Madeira is a place where the ocean meets the mountains in perfect harmony. Its colorful and diverse nature, history, climate, beaches, and panoramic views inspire peace and vitality. It combines the perfect Eternal Spring climate with daytime temperatures hovering between 18° and 21°C in the Winter to 23°–28°C in the Summer, making it never too hot and never too cold.
The island has been visited for its health benefits for over 200 years, starting in the early 1800s, primarily for respiratory ailments and general convalescence, continuing this legacy of healing into the present.
In this unique setting, the practice of Kung Fu becomes more than training — it is a dialogue with nature. Training at the Eternal Spring Institute unites body, mind, and energy in one flow. Here, Kung Fu is not just an art, but a living experience of balance and inner power.
Why Choose Us
Discover the perfect fusion of ancient wisdom and modern mastery — cultivate your inner power, body, and mind in an exclusive, transformative environment.
Authentic Chinese Internal Arts
Master Taijiquan, Qigong, Neigong, Internal Wing Chun, Weng Chun, and Er Mei Shi Er Zhuang with guidance from world-class lineage masters.
Global Network
Join a vibrant, international community of practitioners committed to personal growth, deep healing, and martial excellence.
Inspired Location
Train surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of Madeira Island — a place of profound peace, vitality, and endless inspiration.
Structured Progression
Benefit from clear training paths, exclusive seminars, and professional certification designed to elevate your mastery step by step.
Advanced Online Platform
Study from the comfort of your home or on the go, from anywhere in the world, with the most advanced Martial Arts TV platform available.
Expert Guidance
Receive personalized coaching, live feedback, and direct mentorship tailored specifically to your unique martial arts journey.
Whether you're seeking internal mastery, physical wellness, or spiritual growth, our masters are ready to guide you on the path to authentic martial arts enlightenment.
What Our Students Say
"One of the most profound and deep experiences I ever had in my life. The depth of knowledge is truly amazing. I really felt like I was in the university. Recommend this to everyone!"
"An incredible place to learn Chinese martial arts and Wing Chun. A piece of China in Europe, where Sifu Sergio explores the essence of martial arts. For kung fu schools, it is a university for learning and personal growth."
"With over 20 years in Wing Chun, I was humbled at Sifu Sergio’s seminar. His balance, control, and power are unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. A true modern master and living encyclopedia of Wing Chun."
Upcoming Seminars
Join our international seminars, workshops, and special trainings led by experienced instructors across Europe, Asia, and beyond.
Apparel for the
Dedicated.
Elevate your practice with our exclusive line of premium apparel and training equipment. Designed for comfort, durability, and the silent discipline of the internal arts.
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