Shi Fu Velivlis began studying and teaching Tien Shan Pai Kung Fu at U.S. Martial Arts Academy in Timonium, MD, in 1996, and has been a direct student of Grandmaster Huang, Chien-Liang since 1997.  In 2005 he became a 65th generation disciple of Huang, Chien-Liang and was given the disciple name Huang, Yuan-Sheng.  Ryan is currently a 2nd Degree Black Sash in  Tien Shan Pai kung fu under Grandmaster Huang, and a 3rd degree Black Sash certified by the World Kuo Shu Federation.  Ryan has won several international medals in forms and full contact (lei tai) fighting competition. Shi Fu Velivlis is certified as an International Referee A through The World Kuoshu Federation.  In addition, Ryan holds an Executive Committee position with the United States Kuoshu Federation, and is also a Certified Reiki practitioner.