Training in Shaolin Temple

Training at Shaolin Temple Henan – An official site from Songshan Shaolin Temple. We offer authentic Shaolin Kung Fu and Chan Meditation. Embark on a journey filled with transformative experiences that will change your life.

Learn Kung Fu in Shaolin Temple, China

Kung Fu Training in Shaolin Temple Henan, the official branch of the Songshan Shaolin Temple, known for Chan Buddhism and Shaolin Kung Fu. Experience living and training with Shaolin masters, exploring Chan meditation, Shaolin Kung Fu, Qi-Gong, and traditional Chinese medicine.

“All martial arts under heaven originated from Shaolin. (天下武功出少林)” Our doors are open to students of all ages and levels, from complete beginners to advanced practitioners. Discover the most authentic forms of Shaolin Kung Fu with us. We invite students from all over the world passionate about Shaolin culture to join our community.

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Training at the Peaceful Shaolin Shuiyu Temple

Songshan Shaolin Temple invites you to explore the Shaolin Shuiyu Temple, a peaceful retreat located in the southwestern Da Xiong Mountain, about 40 kilometers southeast of Dengfeng City. Historically an important part of the Shaolin Temple complex. Shaolin Shuiyu Temple has long been a place where monks stored grain to aid the community during times of need. This tranquil site offers an ideal setting for Kung Fu training and spiritual cultivation. Here, surrounded by the quiet of nature and the rich heritage of Shaolin, practitioners can delve deep into their practices, discovering inner peace and strength.

Looking ahead, Shaolin Shuiyu Temple is positioned to become a global platform for sharing and promoting the rich heritage of Shaolin culture. We want to give everyone a full experience that makes you stronger with Kung Fu training, calms your mind with Chan meditation, and improves your health using Chinese medicine secrets. Come to Shaolin Shuiyu Temple for a real journey that changes your mind, body, and soul!

Meet Our Shifu - Shi Yankai

Shaolin Kung Fu Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritor

– Shi Yankai 釋延開

Discover the journey of our revered Shifu, the Supervisor of Shaolin Temple and Abbot of Shaolin Shuiyu Temple. Since beginning his training in 1995 under Abbot Shi Yongxin, he has become a global ambassador of Shaolin, establishing the European Shaolin Federation and promoting Shaolin culture across continents. Returning to China in 2008, he took on significant roles within the Shaolin Temple, contributing to international cultural exchanges and the “Shaolin Kungfu Duanpin system.” Join us in embracing the wisdom and discipline of Shaolin, guided by our esteemed Shifu’s vast experience and dedication.

Experiences at the Temple

Chan Meditation 少林禪修

When ancient Buddhist philosophy meets the disciplined art of Shaolin, guiding you to a harmony of strength and serenity.

Shaolin Kung Fu 少林功夫

Live the action, discipline, and mystique of Shaolin, inviting you into a world of extraordinary Kung Fu mastery and Chan wisdom.

Qigong 少林氣功

The secret to vitality and longevity through the flow of Qi, mastering the subtle art that bridges martial prowess and meditative insight.

Shaolin Medicine 少林醫宗

Healing legacy of Shaolin. TCM and martial mastery unite to cultivate resilience, rejuvenate the body, and harmonize the spirit.

Students Testimonials

"My name is Yuppie from Taiwan. Before coming to Shaolin Shuiyu Temple, I practiced Shaolin Kung Fu in Taiwan for about three years. However, practicing just once a week limited my progress. I spent a month here at Shaolin Shuiyu Temple, and with daily practice and guidance from my Shifu and senior disciples, I feel like a month here is equivalent to a year's practice back home—I've improved so much. I'm really grateful to have met Shifu Yankai. He's a highly skilled master, he has deepened my understanding of every Kung fu movements. Meeting him has been a great guide in my life as well. It's not just Shifu Yankai who's been incredibly helpful; the senior disciples here are amazing too. I'm thankful for their detailed and strict teaching, even on cold days. Living in the temple has been a fantastic experience, very different from staying in a martial arts school. Here, you can truly feel the traditional Shaolin master-disciple relationship, and everyone in the temple is like family, always helping each other. There are other masters and lay Buddhists living here, and I've learned a lot from them about Buddhism and meditation. I recommend Shaolin Shuiyu Temple and Shifu Yankai to anyone who wants to learn real Shaolin Kung Fu. It's really an unforgettable experience."

Yuppie

From Taiwan

"I'm Marco from Costa Rica, 38 years old. I started getting into martial arts when I was 19. Because I really like martial arts, I decided to do my PhD at Henan University, focusing on traditional martial arts. I came to Shaolin Shuiyu Temple because my professor at university is a good friend with Master Yankai, and he suggested I could learn a lot from him. Master Yankai is known as a great master at Shaolin Temple. This time, I'm here to learn Yi Jin Jing from him. Before this, I've only learned Shaolin Kung Fu and never Yi Jin Jing. I'm so thankful to meet such an amazing master like Yankai. He teaches very well, and I've learned a lot from him, even from the simple moves. I really enjoy living in the temple. It's very peaceful here, not many tourists, so I can practice comfortably. The food is great, and the living conditions are good too, but it's just a bit cold in winter. I plan to come back in summer to learn more! My experience here at Shaolin Shuiyu Temple has been amazing."

Marco

From Costa Rica

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