2 Months Authentic Shaolin Kung Fu Training in Shaolin Temple Yunnan, China

Facilities

Welcome to China, Yunnan Shaolin Temple Kung Fu Department. Shifu Shi Yanjun, the Head Coach of Kung Fu team, is 34th Generation Shaolin Warrior Monk (Venerable Abbot Shi Yongxin disciple) and 17th Generation Disciple (Grandmaster Han Baiguang disciple) of Meihua Quan. Venerable Abbot Grandmaster Shi Yanbei authorized the Kung Fu Deoartment to receive foreign disciples.

Shifu Shi Yanjun has outstanding Kung Fu and Buddhist education. He examined 8 Duanwei by Shaolin Wushu Experts Association and 6 Duanwei by Chinese Wushu Association. Shifu Yanjun trained inside the Shaolin Temple since young age. His education continued up to University level receiving coach certification from Xingtai University of Sports. He received many awards nationally and internationally. At present, he holds official positions in: International Meihua Quan Federation – Executive President; Chinese Meihua Quan Association – Vice-President; Beijing Mei Boxing Association under China Culture Administration Association – Executive Director.

The other masters of the Temple are Shifu Shi Yanpeng, Shifu Shi Hengwu, Shifu Shi Hengzhen, Shi Yanbo and Dierdre Ragin. The style of teaching and living inside the Temple is very different from any other location. Here students learn the oldest traditions of the Chinese masters' teachings and follow full time the monks lifestyle. At Shaolin Temple, you arrive to immerse in the real authentic culture and there is no limit to it. You will live in an environment where the monks of the Shaolin Temple live. We eat together with the monks and all food is organic. The Temple will do their best to help you achieve your own goals and Kung Fu dreams. They offer not only Kung Fu classes for short and medium term, but with them you can further specialize in Kung Fu education following their teacher training program in Kung Fu.

The Doctor monks offer personalized medical and holistic treatments; however, please note that these programs are not free of charge or included in the regular training program. Shaolin Temple constantly improves the quality of the programs. This is because their mission is to offer the best possible service to their students. It is in line with their Buddhist believes and lifestyle. The Temple's world class masters' training strategies will benefit you tremendously by helping you train to be in the best shape you can be, both physically and mentally. You will have a strong body, be great at defending yourself when needed, as well as gaining a disciplined sharp mind.

Take advantage of all the top training strategies to offer a comprehensive system that brings out the best in you. Styles offered by the Temple are Shaolin Kung Fu, Shaolin boxing (Sanda), Wing Chun, Taiji Quan, Meditation, Qigong (hard and soft - Ba Duan Jin, Yi Jin Jing), Meihua Quan, Qin Na and Ba Gua Zhang. Theory classes offered are Chinese Culture, Chinese Traditional Medicine, Chinese cooking (1 free class per month) and Buddhist philosophy.

The training takes place inside the Shaolin Temple. It is a Buddhist Temple served by monks and nuns. Students can take part in the Buddhist Ceremony every day in the morning at 5:30 a.m. and evening at 7:00 p.m. This class is optional but is part of Buddhist Education. Formal training starts at 8.30 a.m. in the Temple and ends at 9 p.m.. We offer 7 hours of training with authentic Shaolin monks. The timetable is very balanced and the teaching style follows the traditional way. There will be 3 sessions of training guided by the Shaolin masters.

Each student's goals are very important to the Temple and the training timetable will be adjusted accordingly. Kung Fu is part of life and nature, so the training is adjusted accordingly to follow the nature cycles. When a student arrives here and has no previous experience in Kung Fu, he/she is advised to follow for one week the timetable and decide what he/she likes best, so for the following weeks the student can focus only on the personal goals. For advanced students, the Temple tailors the timetable to follow their very specific goals. The program does not limit a student appetite for learning.

With the Shaolin Temple Yunnan, in one month you can learn up to 4 forms. One month is not enough for learning well, but you can go home after and continue your practice. You will become very good and master the forms you learned. The classes will be specifically done to fit your own body quality and fitness. Students who wish to train during the weekends are free to do so but will not be formal instruction from masters. You can use the Temple's equipment free of charge. If you think you wish to learn more, you can book extra classes. During the weekends, students have free time to rest or train more. The Temple also offers classes for families and children. This training type is also suitable for weight loss and improving the overall health condition.

You are welcomed to train and live inside the Official Shaolin Temple located in South of China, Yunnan Province. The Temple has about 1200 years of history and is China National Heritage site. Kunming City is one of the best cities in Yunnan Province called the "Eternal Spring City". Yunnan Province is the most beautiful and pollution-free province in China. The weather in Shaolin Temple is very balanced which makes the program to be offered all year around without restrictions. %Kunming City has a history of more than 2400 years and was the gateway of the Silk Road – on the route towards Sichuan, Tibet, Myanmar, India and more. Kunming is also renewed for its culinary experience, being very multicultural in nature. %Some great Kunming attractions are: Stone Forest (First Wonder of the World), Dianchi Lake, Green Lake Park, Western Hills, Grand View Park, Golden Temple, Horticultural Expo Garden and many more.

You will eat together with the monks in the Monk dining hall. Monks eat the healthiest foods. The meals are very balanced and suitable for Kung Fu training. Their cooking method follows the principles of Yin and Yang. Monks do not cook using chemicals, enhancers or MSG. The diet is 100% vegetarian, suitable for vegans and lactose free. When you eat with the monks, you must follow their habits: meals are at set times and no chatter. Monks are very grateful for their bowl of food. %Yunnan province is one of the most beautiful and clean provinces in China. The climate is mild and the water abundant. The province is the most abundant province in plant and animal diversity. Direct border with Vietnam, Laos, Burma and Tibet, makes the food of Yunnan to be the ultimate foodie region.

Kunming it is called the "Eternal Spring" City and offers an amazing range of great places to visit. Either in the city or around, you will always find something to do or to visit. Some great Kunming attractions are: Stone Forest (First Wonder of the World), Dianchi Lake, Green Lake Park, Western Hills, Grand View Park, Golden Temple, Horticultural Expo Garden and many more.

• 59 nights accommodation
• 60 days of Temple authentic experience
• Full training timetable from Monday to Friday
• Theory classes (Mandarin, Chinese Culture, Chinese Traditional Medicine)
• Buddhist Ceremony twice per day
• Meditation and Health Qigong included in timetable
• Learn from authentic and experienced Shaolin Warrior Monks
• Longevity training and guidance
• Learn to develop a balanced lifestyle
• 3 meals per day Monk style
• Free WIFI Washing machines on site
• Kettle in Tea Room

• Extra bedding
• Medical treatments & Medicine
• Kung Fu and theory private classes
• Toiletries
• Washing powder
• Bottled water
• Uniform Shoes
• Pick up & Drop off

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• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.