Martial Arts Academy – David Gallaher’s Gung Fu Institute
Located at 17433 Alico Center Road, Suite 3 in Fort Myers, Florida, David Gallaher’s Gung Fu Institute describes itself as Southwest Florida’s premier martial arts academy. The institute teaches several disciplines, including Jeet Kune Do, Wing Chun, Kali Arnis Escrima, and Women’s Kickboxing for adults, along with Kids MMA and homeschool programs for children ages 7 to 14.
The academy presents Jeet Kune Do, founded by Bruce Lee, as one of the most complete martial arts available, with an emphasis on self-defense. Wing Chun is described as addressing both the soft and hard principles of combat and enabling smaller individuals to defend against larger opponents. Kali Arnis Escrima training uses short rattan sticks, various blades, and open-hand techniques. Beyond martial arts, the facility offers Ayurveda wellness classes and Aerial, Acro, and Yin Yoga through its affiliated Yayso Yoga program, which runs five days each week.
Membership options include a New Student Special of five adult classes for $100 as a one-time offer, and monthly autopay plans at $159 for eight classes in either Jeet Kune Do or Wing Chun. A 12-month commitment option provides 16 classes per month for $219. The institute emphasizes advancement testing and progression through skill levels as students develop.
The academy can be reached at 239-482-4300 or by email at web@gungfuinstitute.com, and it maintains a presence on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X. The website notes that students must sign up for an account before purchasing class packages. Serving the Fort Myers area and the broader Southwest Florida region, the institute offers a mix of striking, weapons, and self-defense instruction for adults and children alongside complementary yoga and wellness programming, giving area residents a single location for combined martial arts and movement training.