Meet Our Coaches

World-class instructors with international competition experience and a passion for teaching

Our Coaching Team

Our experienced coaching staff provides students with the opportunity to train, perform, and compete at the highest levels of Chinese martial arts.

Coach Stephon Morton

Founder & Head Coach

Born in Washington, D.C., Stephon Morton began his lifelong journey in martial arts at just eight years old. Growing up in a military family, he trained in a variety of styles including karate, taekwondo, and boxing, eventually becoming an assistant instructor during his high school years.

Athletic Achievements

U.S. Wushu Team: A Team (2003–2007), C Team (2009–2011)
7th World Wushu Championships (Macau 2003) – Men's Jianshu, 8th Place
5th Pan-American Wushu Championships (USA 2004) – 1st Place Men's Jianshu, 4th Place Men's Changquan
8th World Wushu Championships (Hanoi 2005) – Men's Duilian, 7th Place

Coaching Experience

U.S. Wushu Team Coach – 10th World Wushu Championships, Toronto (2009)
U.S. Wushu Team Coach – 8th Pan-American Wushu Championships, Argentina (2011)
U.S. Wushu Team Coach – 11th World Wushu Championships, Ankara (2011)
U.S. Wushu Team Coach – 9th World Games, Cali, Colombia (2013)
U.S. Junior Wushu Team Coach – 2nd World Junior Wushu Championships, Bali (2008)
U.S. Junior Wushu Team Coach – 10th Pan-American Wushu Championships, Costa Rica (2014)
U.S. Junior Wushu Team Coach – 12th Pan-American Wushu Championships, Argentina (2018)

Certifications

Certified Wushu Coach – International Wushu Federation (IWUF)

Coach Deborah (Debbie) Yang

Taiji & Internal Arts Instructor

Coach Deborah Yang brings decades of experience in Tai Ji (Tai Chi) and Yoga, emphasizing the harmony between mind, body, and energy in her teaching. Her classes focus on developing strength, balance, and inner calm, guiding students to integrate these principles into their daily lives.

Athletic Achievements

Women's Internal Forms Grand Champion – Baltimore Golden Cup Competition (1998)
Pan-American Wushu Championships – 1st Place Taiji Barehand, 1st Place Taiji Sword (2000)
Inducted into USAWKF Hall of Fame, Internal Athlete Division (2002)
Adult U.S. Wushu Team Member – A Team (2003)
Competitor – 7th World Wushu Championships (Macau 2003)
National Tournament – 1st Place Chen Style Taiji

Certifications

Certified Yoga Instructor – Yoga Alliance (since 2006)
Certified Health Qigong Instructor

Coach Danny Tu

Assistant Coach

Coach Danny Tu brings his expertise and passion for martial arts to NOVA Wushu Academy. More information coming soon.

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Our Coaching Philosophy

We believe in developing the whole student through martial arts training, focusing on both physical excellence and character development.

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Personalized Training

Every student receives individualized attention and training plans tailored to their goals, whether that's fitness, competition, or personal development.

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Excellence Focus

We maintain the highest standards in technique, discipline, and performance, preparing students for success at every level of competition.

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Supportive Environment

We foster a welcoming community where students support each other's growth and celebrate every achievement, big or small.

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