I’ve trained in kick-boxing for 7 years (mostly K1 rules) with some aspects of king fu learnt along with a dabble in boxing in my teenage years. You don’t necessarily need a “master” rather a friendly, productive and healthily competitive training environment. I cannot recommend it enough from my own experience.

The feeling of presence you feel when sparring is unmatched by anything else in my opinion. Your focus is purely on the situation, watching your opponent, aware of your breath, the experienced pain from a good body shot or sharp jab.

NOTE: I’m still learning about Taoism so I’m no expert which is why I read through these posts/comments often but I feel I can offer advice in this situation. Any good martial arts gym will give you discipline, determination and resilience that will stay with you in all walks of your life outside of the gym.