Ray A. Miles Sr. studied Kun-tao Kung Fu with Alan Woodard in the early to mid-1970s. In November of 1974, Mr. Miles received his 1st degree black sash in Kun-tao. His interest in the martial arts was first inspired in the late 50's by his cousin by marriage the late Lum Lee of Toi Sun, Canton Province, China who explained and taught him many facets of Tai Chi Chuan Kung-Fu. Mr. Lee also taught him some of the toughening techniques for the hands, feet and other parts of the body in the Iron Hand system.

This was the beginning of what proved to be a long and varied path to his position today. Although he developed a deep respect for the ancient Chinese art of Kung-Fu, (pronounced "Gung-Fu") Mr. Miles was curious about some of the other prominent forms of martial arts (Karate, Judo, Tae Kwon Do, and Jiu Jitsu). As he began to develop relationships with some of the area martial arts experts, and applying knowledge aquired while serving in the U.S. Marines, he gained greater insight, deeper appreciation and true respect for these many diverse systems. He then applied this combined knowledge in the developement of his own very practical and effective style he called  Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® or Deceptive Eye, by blending various systems together (Please see History section of this (website).

Through the development of this style, Master Miles inspired five generations of martial artists who are active today. Grand Master Miles now resides near Buchanan, Virginia just north of Roanoke with his wife Sally and is active in the American      Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® Federation as chairman.
"I am very proud to have developed a system that has produced such a diverse group of whom I could not be more proud if they were of my own blood. In the past, I felt my contributions were small but, through these people, I realize just what an impact my few early steps have made and will continue to make in the future. They are the ones making the real contributions to the Martial Arts world. For that I will forever be in their debt." Grand Master Miles (August 2006).

John Furey began his martial arts training with Grand Master Miles in Olean, New York at the age of 11 in January of 1975. Practicing three hours per night, five nights per week, Mr. Furey studied both Kun-tao and Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® and received his first degree black sash and black belt respectively on July 6, 1976. Although very young at the time, Grand Master Miles expected that Mr. Furey meet all of the requirements of a black belt instructor. As such, he co-directed tournaments, promoted countless demonstrations, and at the age of 15 opened up his own martial arts school in Olean. Joe Backus, Duane Sherwood, Bob Boedecker, and Dave Martinelli were Mr. Furey's first black belts promoted.

In 1980 Mr. Furey went away to college at Geneseo State University in Geneseo, New York where he co-founded the Geneseo Self Defense Club with friend and Tae Kwon Do expert Joe Antos. There, Mr. Furey met life-time friends and exceptional martial artists Robert Korody and George Reyngoudt. Upon graduation from college in December of 1983, Mr. Furey moved to Roanoke Virginia to continue his
Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® training with Grand Master Miles who had moved to Virginia years earlier. He took a job at Allstate Insurance company as a manager where he organized a self-defense school. In October of 1988, Mr. Furey was transferred to Chicago with his company. While in Chicago, he continued to sharpen his martial arts skills and offered private lessons and occasional organized classes.

In June of 2006, Mr. Furey was nominated as the Chief Executive Officer of the American Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® Federation and was promoted to Black Belt 6th degree after 31 years of dedication to the federation Today, Mr. Furey lives in San Diego, California with his wife Ellen and three sons Brett, Brandon, and Ethan.

Dale Edward Sullivan was born on April 20, 1959 in Olean, New York, graduated from High School in Bolivar, NY. Mr. Sullivan currently resides in Bradford, PA with wife Laurie and two daughters, Melissa and Nicole, and two step children, Crystal and Dustin. Mr. Sullivan is blessed with three grand children, Jazlynn, Jace and Kayleigh He is a member of the Grace Luthran Church in Bradford, PA. Mr. Sullivan began training in WYYJ with Grand Master Ray A. Miles in October 1978 in Bolivar, New York. He received his black belt ranks in WYYJ as follows: 1st Degree Black, March 31, 1980 2nd Degree Black (ceremonial 5th Degree), January 13, 1983 3rd Degree Black, February 24, 1985 6th Degree Black Master, June 13, 2006 ;1st Degree Black Sash in Kun-tao, February 2, 1986 Mr. Sullivan's instructor was Grand Master Ray A. Miles. His instructor in Kun-Tao was Sifu Jeff Everetts. Mr. Sullivan studied Tae Kwon Do under William Egnar, but did not rank in this style of Karate.The philosophy Mr. Sullivan lives by, in both his personal and work life, and expects from others is honesty, respect, and high moral values. He believes you will go far if you live by these three aspects. He believes in treating people fairly and helping those in need as long as they are willing to help themselves.

In his leisure time he enjoys being in the outdoors, which includes hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, and photography. Over the past couple of years he has enjoyed bird watching (including the research of) and gardening. During his traveling and sightseeing get-aways, he and his wife have enjoyed the fine art of wine tasting. He enjoys spending time with his children and since the grand children were born, has especially enjoyed his time with them. Mr. Sullivan remarks "It is amazing watching them grow and getting to see everything with them through fresh new eyes. Children see things in a whole new light and with no criticism – this is very refreshing".

On December 1, 1987, Mr. Sullivan was certified as a judging official under the World Karate Association for full contact Karate. He had the honor of being featured in the 1982 Edition of Who’s Who in Karate. Was Head Instructor of the Chinese Martial Arts Academy in Olean, NY, which later changed to the Enchanted Mountain Martial Arts Academy. Taught there from 1980 to 1993, during which time promoted 11 Black Belts. During this same time, put on various demonstrations for the community. The demos were as follows:

1981 – Car Show at Gargoyle Park, Olean, NY
1982 – Girl Scouts Arch Bishop Walsh High School, Olean, NY
1983 – With Sifu Joe Backus in Salamanca, NY
1984 – July 4th at Bradner Stadium, Olean, NY
1984 – Boy Scouts at the Chinese Martial Arts Academy
1984 – Colonial Days in Portville, NY

During his years of teaching, he participated in numerous tournaments at local and regional levels. Also during this time was also a member of the Miles Black Belt Fighting Team. Was elected President of the Board of Directors for the AWYF in 2006, where he will continue to help the federation and style of WYYJ grow in this next generation to maintain the traditions of Peace, Brotherhood and Tranquility. Mr. Sullivan adds "I also had the great honor of having my eye socket broken by Grand Master Mile’s awesome spinning back fist because of my inability to keep my guard up. I feel truly blessed and honored to have studied under such an amazing instructor and friend".

Barry Broughton began studying Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® in Olean, NY under Sifu John Furey in 1980 and continued his martial arts studies under Sifu Dale Sullivan. Master Broughton received his 1st degree Black Belt in Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® in January 1982 and his 2nd degree Black Belt in February 1985. In order to gain a better understanding of the roots of Wu-Yin Yan-Jing®, he began to study Kun Tao Kung-Fu and received his Black Sash under Sifu Jeffrey Everetts in May 1986. Broughton was a member of the Miles Karate Fighting team and has participated in numerous open martial arts tournaments in NY, PA, CA, TX, CO, Canada and Germany.

In 1992 he became certified as a 3rd degree instructor by Black Belts of the Faith International. The following year, along with Black Belts from three other styles, he was a founding member of The Diamond Team- Martial Arts Demonstration Team in Colorado Springs, CO. He was promoted to 4th degree Black Belt in Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® in June 2006 and to 5th degree Master Instructor in July 2007; he is a certified Black Belt Instructor by the American Independent Karate Instructors Association and a certified Martial Fitness Kickboxing Instructor. Master Broughton has also completed the Combat Knife Fighting Course by the Pacific Jujitsu Alliance and the Concrete Warrior Knife Society, and has related experience in French style- Classical Foil Fencing as well as wrestling.

Having been trained in conventional (allopathic) orthopedic/sports medicine, and naturopathic (natural) medicine, as well as being a Master Acupressurist and certified Acupressure Instructor, he has developed an acupressure program as part of the “higher healing arts” for advanced students and instructors of Wu-Yin Yan-Jing®.

Broughton owns and operates the Enchanted Mountain Martial Arts Academy in Olean, NY, where he resides with Angela- his bride of 24 years. He has two sons, Joseph and Ian, and four grandchildren. Currently serving as vice-president of the AWYF, he wishes to preserve the traditions under which he was trained while advancing the high ideals of the federation and its members.

Brad Monroe is a 3rd Degree Chief Instructor at the Enchanted Mountain Martial Arts Academy in Olean, NY. He is a Board Director and the Chief Financial Officer for the AWYF. In his professional life he manages the Auditing and Compliance group for a multi-billion dollar manufacturing company.

Sifu Monroe started is Marital Arts career at Olean, NY in 1981 studying Kun Tao Kung-Fu with Sifu Jeff Everetts at the Chinese Martial Arts Academy. He then transitioned to Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® studying with Sifu Barry Broughton receiving 1st Degree Black Belt in 1983. Throughout the mid 1980’s he worked with Master Sullivan in the continued development of the system. Sifu Monroe became a certified Judging Official by the World Karate Association for Full Contact Karate in 1987. He also studied and taught Tae Kwon Do Chang Moo Kwan during the early and mid 1990’s. Since 1995 Sifu Monroe has provided private lessons, taught Self-Defense courses for numerous organizations and instructed Self-Defense for Women courses at Jamestown Community College. Sifu Brad Monroe has completed the Combat Knife Fighting Course by the Pacific Jujitsu Alliance and the Concrete Warrior Knife Society.

Sifu Monroe’s favorite Martial Arts duty is proving the effectiveness of Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® by conducting Little Man/Big Man demonstrations. At just 5’8” tall weighing 160lbs Sifu would easily defend himself against his 6’6”, 300lbs assailant (student). The best part of the demonstration is when Sifu asks members of the audience to suggest attack scenarios or holds to prove that the techniques executed were the real deal and not just rehearsed moves and more importantly, demonstrate the effectiveness of the Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® System. Sifu Monroe never failed to defend himself or escape from a hold. His very large assailant is very glad that Sifu has excellent control.

Sifu Brad Monroe continues to reside in Olean NY with his wife, daughter, son and two grandchildren. His stepdaughter and stepson live near Washington DC. He is devoted to continuing the traditions instilled by Grand Master Miles and promote the advancement of the American Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® Federation.

Sam Fahy was born September 19, 1961 in Olean New York, and graduated from Allegany Central School in 1979. He currently resides in Allegany with his wife Lisa and daughter Anjalyn. He also has two sons, Joshua living in New York City, and Justin who is currently serving in the Army.

Sifu Fahy began his training in Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® in 1986 with Master Sullivan, advancing to the rank of Orange Belt. Then in March 2007 resumed training under Master Broughton. Then in May 2008 he received his Black Belt in Wu-Yin Yan-Jing®. At this time he also received the additional honor of being elected Research and Development Officer of the AWYF. Sifu Fahy also completed Knife in the Woods, a Combat Knife Fighting Course by the Pacific Jujitsu Alliance and the Concrete Warrior Knife Society.

Sifu Fahy enjoys the privilege of being an instructor at the Enchanted Mountains Martial Arts Academy, and having his daughter Anjalyn (who has a Black Belt in Shotokan Karate) as a student of Wu-Yin Yan-Jing®

Sifu Fahy is looking forward to continuing to be an instructor, and serving on the American Wu-Yin Yan-Jing® Federation Board of Directors, so he may be able to assist in the growth of the style and federation.