Gary Mah began his Kung Fu training in 1991 at the age of 11. He started at Wai Hong's Fu Jow Pai under Sifu Tak Wah Eng. He holds a 6th degree Black Sash under Sifu Eng. In addition to his Kung Fu training, Gary has earned his degree in Health and Nutrition Science from Brooklyn College and is certified by the American College of Sports Medicine as an Exercise Physiologist. He has worked as a an exercise consultant and rehabilitation specialist for many corporate firms, including Plus One Fitness, H&D Physical Therapy, and Goldman Sachs.