Where can you train Kung Fu in China ?
Taizu Shaolin Kungfu School China, located in Handan City ( China ancient capital,Birthplace of Taichi,Cultural city ,Martial arts village ). our martial arts school in China is away from the distractions of the big city, providing students with a serene environment for training and growing in strength and spirit. The school is an institute for the teaching and promotion of traditional Shaolin Kung Fu and Chinese Martial Arts in China.
Taizu shaolin kungfu school China is unique Shaolin Temple campus, by the International Liaison Department of the former international students studying in Northern Shaolin Temple China, Shaolin Kung Fu Shaolin authorized training facilities. We welcome foreign students to learn Shaolin Kung Fu, Wing Chun, Sanda (Chinese kick boxing), Chin Na, Tai Chi , Chi Kung, Ba Ji Quan, and Bagua, better understand the Chinese Buddhist cultural understanding. Personally study under Shaolin kung fu masters of authentic lineage.
Whether you are a kid, Youth, Middle-aged person, Aged, Man, or woman. Whether you are a beginner or a very experienced martial artist, whether you want to stay for a month or a year - we kindly invite you to learn Chinese martial arts from our highly distinguished Shaolin Monks. All trainers trained in martial arts since childhood. Of course, they have a lot of teaching experience and speak Chinese and English language. Shaolin Kung Fu encompasses traditional and contemporary styles as well as external and internal forms.
Our Kung Fu Training
Learning kung fu full-time at our martial arts retreat, rather than a few hours each week, allows for faster progress. Depending on the speed of which you learn, one month of full-time training is roughly equivalent to a year of training 2 hours per week. Training full-time allows you to spend time dedicated to each aspect of the physical skills required as a martial artist: coordination, speed, agility, strength, and stamina. Learn Kung Fu in China requires these physical skills more than other martial arts styles. It’s an ancient art that is not only rich in complexity but also demanding of its practitioners.
For people who want to learn real kung fu, a strong will and persistence is the precondition for learning. And then, one should follow a master or join a training school to learn systematically. The basic skills of legs, waist, shoulders, and stance training need to be practiced daily. Employing the solid foundation of the basic skills, one can choose from the various sects to learn specific routines of boxing, kicking and weapon skills, to improve the combat ability.
Learning kung fu requires diligent practice and dedication to the art. Although the word kung fu is often used to refer to Chinese martial arts, in its original meaning, kung fu (or gōng fu) can refer to any skill achieved through hard work and practice – martial arts, dancing, or even cooking. The key to good kung fu skills therefore lies in hard work and plenty of practice.
Through the process of learn Kung Fu, you will feel your strength, flexibility and coordination increase rapidly. In addition, you will learn to defend yourself, which can be very empowering. Importantly, you will also train your mind. The masters will help you to both become more aware of your body and clear your head.
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About The Host
The Masters of the kung fu school are authentic Shaolin monks from the original Shaolin Temple. Students will experience the life of a Shaolin monk. They have rich experience teaching international students in China and abroad, The Masters are dedicated to the teaching of their students and individually nurturing their potential. Students often wish to return again after training, and a deep relationship has been made between Masters and students, the period that you have been trained here may be the best memory in your life, so you can set your mind at ease to learn Kungfu in our academy.
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Sample Daily Schedule
Here you can see our training schedule. The plan can be adjusted to your personal goals, style focus and body condition. Times vary depending on the seasons.
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Things to keep in mind
(1) Weekends and free time
During the week, there are breaks in the day between training sessions. Our students often take advantage of this time for resting or do some personal things, such as meditating, reading, going for a walk or listening to music etc. At times, they can play chess by themselves or with our teachers.
On the weekends, there is no formal training, so students can get their own free time. Permitted by our masters, they can leave school to visit places neat by. For example, our students can visit Chinese villages, climb Mountain Taizu. If they want to visit some famous interests, they may also ask for a period of holiday.
(2) What to bring.
For training, our students had better bring loose trousers or shorts. I n summer, T-shirt is fine, in winter, bring some over-clothes or track suit to wear. It may be a good idea to bring a pair of running shoes for jogging and stamina training. For regular training, our students usually wear a type of thin-sole trainers that can be bought easily after arriving.
If our students would like to bring some electric equipment, they’d better bring power adapter so as to avoid powering off. We have power sockets in room for using.
If our students like learning Chinese of want to practice the Chinese that they have learned, they can bring a mandarin book for personal study.
In regular training, perhaps our students will get hurt, so bring a basic medical bag and some other special items from their home may be better, because what they want may be not available near the school.
(3)Telephone, mail and Internet
There is a connected computers and a telephone in their office. Our students can chick their e-mails on Internet, receive their parents’ call through telephone.
(4)Currency and bank
Using a card, our students can take out money by ATM's at the Bank of China. Cash can also be sent to a foreign country through Western Union. Traveler's cheques can be cashed at a bank such as the Bank of China but may take a little while to process. Food and accommodation is included in costs of the school except snacks and water, travel and shopping so it is not necessary to spend much extra money while training. But our students are easy to find that food and many other things are much cheaper in China than in their home country.
(5) Health
There are no required vaccinations in China, but if the students come from an infected area, like the Yellow Fever vaccination, they are an exception. It is best to consult a travel clinic in advance if you want to have vaccinations such as the Hepatitis A vaccine.
In China, local clinics and hospitals are well-equipped. There are many western, Chinese and combined medicines. In medical bag, it may be better to have things like sunscreen, insect repellant, band aids, some cream or ointment for cuts and bruises, something for an upset stomach or nausea, some prescriptions or allergic medicines and multi-vitamins.
Visitors are not recommended to drink unboiled water in China. For training, students either fills up their bottle with pre-boiled water that taken from the school's hot water machine or buy boxes of bottled water.
In traditional Chinese medicine, the practice of Qigong and Tai Chi are considered beneficial and restorative to health.
FAQ
What is the weather like and what kind of clothes should I bring?
In the summer months, there are many hot days and nights are still warm, so fans are always used to keeping cool. During the autumn and spring, the weather cools, especially in the mornings and at night but still becomes quite warm during the day. In the winter students need to wrap up as it gets much colder. For all seasons, comfortable sports-like and loose clothes are good. Trousers are best to be a bit lose or baggy to perform kicks.
Do I need martial arts experience to attend the Academy?
No, we accept both beginners and experienced martial artists, since our Masters focus on the levels of the individual student.
How long does it takes from Beijing to Handan city by train and air?
There are many trains from Beijing to Handan (442km). You’d better take a fast train. In this way, time will be saved and you will not feel boring. The timetable for them can be seen on the Travel Information page. The school can pick up students when you arriving at Handan.
What's the accommodation like?
Students in the school are accommodated in either a private room or two-person shared one room that depends on their length of staying. Extra blankets are given to students in the winter, fans in the summer. There is also electricity in rooms and a computer with internet in the office that can be used by students. General living conditions in China will, to some extent, be a reflection that a country is still developing, so students should be aware of this difference if coming from a western country. However, the school aims to provide the students with a good standard of accommodation to live in. The school will try to accommodate students as much as possible. Care is also given when preparing the food for students ,we will try our best to make our students enjoy the meals and give them the energy they need to train.
Are there western toilets?
Yes, the school has a western toilet and shower room.
How much money do I need to bring?
Once arrived, the school only charges monthly which is listed on the School Fees page. Accommodation is full-board and inclusive, so it is possible to keep a small budget while living in the school.
Is there anything else you can tell me about the school?
The school hopes to give a warm atmosphere to all students, they will live peacefully and harmoniously together. In the Shaolin tradition, fellow students are brothers and sisters, they help each other. In this spirit, students are happy, considerable and caring for each other inside and outside of training.
When do the courses / training start?
You are free to join us anytime. There are no fixed starting dates. You can either arrive during the week or at weekends.
What is the safest way to carry and exchange money?
There are many ATMs in town that accept debit and credit cards, so you can just bring your home bank card with you when coming to China. Despite that, traveller checks can be used, are not recommended though, since the Bank of China located in Xinyi only exchanges currency, not traveller's checks. Long-term students can open local bank accounts and then have their money transferred from home. Travelling with large sums of money is not encouraged.
I am vegetarian, is that a problem?
All meals have vegetarian options. Generally there are about 4-7 plates of different foods to choose from during meals, with only 2 or 4 of them containing meat. Any special dietary concerns should be communicated to the Academy before arrival to better accommodate students.
Can I have internet set up in my room?
Yes, students who plan on bringing their laptops can have internet set up in their rooms (note: this is not a service provided by the school, so all costs shall be covered by students). Also, there are many internet bars located in the close village, that are very cheap (about 2 Yuan / hour).
Will I get a certificate after I complete my studies?
Yes, every student receives a certificate with the Academy’s official stamp before leaving. Everything mastered will be stated on it as well as the comments your master gives to you.