Sifu Diego BastiAniEllo
Meet the Sifu
Driven by philosophy that true kung fu is as much a mental discipline as a physical one, Sifu Diego focuses on bridging the gap between raw athletic power and focused psychological resilience. His coaching style cuts through traditional formality, prioritizing functional mechanics and the practical application of energy to help students master both their bodies and their minds. By fostering a high-intensity, supportive training environment, he pushes students to uncover their own limits, demanding the same relentless work ethic and dedication on the mat that he has committed to his own lifelong martial journey.
Specialties include:
Personal development and life coaching | Stress management | Health and wellness | Muscle control and coordination | Meditation & mindfulness | Neurolinguistic programming | Personal training & nutrition | Conflict resolution
Training Experience
With over two decades of experience in personal training and 15 years studying Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sifu Diego blends elite physical conditioning with powerful mindset strategies. For the past nine-plus years, he has traveled between NYC, Michigan, and LA, attending over 25 intensive workshops and private lessons under Sifu Redmond and his most senior student, Sifu Carmelino Huang Guiao II. This dedication ensures every student receives high-level, authentic Wing Chun instruction paired with a holistic approach to mind-body mastery.
Accomplishments
Diego is an ISSA-certified personal trainer (2007) who attained the rank of Provincial Master Level 1 in April 2019. Reflecting extreme physical and mental discipline, he has completed Iron Palm training six times over 600-plus days, alongside five completions of Iron Shin training spanning more than 500 days. This elite level of conditioning guarantees that students train under a master with deeply proven, hard-earned martial grit.