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SHAOLIN KUNG FU
WING CHUN
TAI CHI CHUAN
CHI KUNG
WUDANG
The foundations of our Institute are built on strict Shaolin principles and practices with regard to the styles and techniques taught at our kwoons.
Forged into those foundations are many years of study and training by our Sifu and all of his teachers as well as that of Leslie Reid Sifu and his teachers.
Taking our Sifu and Sigungs’ interpretation and understanding of the systems, a concise and cohesive yet comprehensive system was developed.
It is our Sifu’s intention to provide the clearest and easiest way to assimilate the principles and of the rites of the 36 Chambers forged into our foundations.
Taking into account Yin/Yang Theory along with Five Elements Theory, Qigong as well as comprehensive martial training and quan, our system is developed to present Kung Fu in the most traditional manner (Ching Choong), without the student having to go to Temple in Northern China.
There are many different styles of Martial arts and at least 72 confirmed sects from the Shaolin Temples and at least 2,500 variations of different styles of Kung Fu in China alone.
Curruculi vary from school to school and our Institute is no different, except in one very important aspect - TRADITION.
We dispense the curriculum in the most TRADITIONAL manner possible in a Western society, so that at the end of this Lohan path the dedicated student will emerge from these chambers a skilled and proficient Traditional Shaolin martial artist.
The Martial Art of Shaolin Lohan Kung Fu consists of 35 Chambers of study listed below, however, our Sifu subscribes to the mythology of 36 Chambers. The ranking system indicated below is not from our Institute. Our ranking system initially composed of a traditional hierarchical system whereby time spent training was adopted as one’s ranking. Over the years adaptations and colours of traditional monks robes were intended to reflect the disciples chronological path and today we continue that tradition, but have changed the purpose of the traditional sash to one other than being the most obvious one (to hold up ones trousers) and that is to reflect the students dedicated path.
The traditional meaning of Kung Fu is afterall “skill obtained through or achieved through hard work and practice over a sustained period of time”.
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Forged into those foundations are many years of study and training by our Sifu and all of his teachers as well as that of Leslie Reid Sifu and his teachers.
Taking our Sifu and Sigungs’ interpretation and understanding of the systems, a concise and cohesive yet comprehensive system was developed.
It is our Sifu’s intention to provide the clearest and easiest way to assimilate the principles and of the rites of the 36 Chambers forged into our foundations.
Taking into account Yin/Yang Theory along with Five Elements Theory, Qigong as well as comprehensive martial training and quan, our system is developed to present Kung Fu in the most traditional manner (Ching Choong), without the student having to go to Temple in Northern China.
There are many different styles of Martial arts and at least 72 confirmed sects from the Shaolin Temples and at least 2,500 variations of different styles of Kung Fu in China alone.
Curruculi vary from school to school and our Institute is no different, except in one very important aspect - TRADITION.
We dispense the curriculum in the most TRADITIONAL manner possible in a Western society, so that at the end of this Lohan path the dedicated student will emerge from these chambers a skilled and proficient Traditional Shaolin martial artist.
The Martial Art of Shaolin Lohan Kung Fu consists of 35 Chambers of study listed below, however, our Sifu subscribes to the mythology of 36 Chambers. The ranking system indicated below is not from our Institute. Our ranking system initially composed of a traditional hierarchical system whereby time spent training was adopted as one’s ranking. Over the years adaptations and colours of traditional monks robes were intended to reflect the disciples chronological path and today we continue that tradition, but have changed the purpose of the traditional sash to one other than being the most obvious one (to hold up ones trousers) and that is to reflect the students dedicated path.
The traditional meaning of Kung Fu is afterall “skill obtained through or achieved through hard work and practice over a sustained period of time”.
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GRANDMASTER YIP MAN’S COMPLETE STYLE, INCLUDING MUK YAN CHEUNG CHUAN. {READ MORE}
There are various style of Tai Chi Chuan (See Tai Chi Chuan Section), however, exponents at the Shaolin Kung Fu Institute focus on “Wudang SanFeng Taijiquan” and Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan.
Wudang SanFeng lineage dates back to the 14th century when Zhang San Feng became enlightened by the Dao and created Taijiquan. This internal training method from Wudang is not the style or forms that people refer to, discuss or practice Tai Chi Chuan as “Wudang Taiji” is considered to be only a PART of the greater “Taiji System” which is traditionally composed of three sections: “Wuji”, “Taiji” and “Liangyi”. The explanation for these three parts can be found on our Tai Chi Chuan page.
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Wudang SanFeng lineage dates back to the 14th century when Zhang San Feng became enlightened by the Dao and created Taijiquan. This internal training method from Wudang is not the style or forms that people refer to, discuss or practice Tai Chi Chuan as “Wudang Taiji” is considered to be only a PART of the greater “Taiji System” which is traditionally composed of three sections: “Wuji”, “Taiji” and “Liangyi”. The explanation for these three parts can be found on our Tai Chi Chuan page.
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Qigong is one of China's oldest forms of therapy dating back to the days of the Yellow Emperor and the Taoists. Traditionally it is believed to eliminate disease and prolong life, it uses exercise that strengthens and focus the QI, which can generally be translated as "breath" of "vital energy". Qigong is known for improving health and vitality and for helping the practitioner to harness Qi - a source of energy or life force within and around us all.
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This internal martial arts form from Southern China enjoys a parallel position with Shaolin Kung Fu of the North in the martial arts field of Chinese Kung Fu.
Wudang Quan is an acknowledged internal style of fighting that originated from the Wudang Mountain region of the Hubei province in China. This style requires internal peace and calmness and it emphasizes achieving greater longevity, improving health and strengthening the body and not only on fighting skills.
Soft, flexible yet light and agile body movements are the key footwork points in Wudang Chuan, and a Wudang practitioner does not force against force, but rather redirects the opponents’ attacks. Wudang practitioners will target pressure points and weak spots on their opponents’ body making use of finger strikes, palm strikes and breaking techniques (Chin Na) to accomplish their goal. Wudang have based most of their techniques on short-range fighting skills and tactics.
The Jian or straight sword forms of Wudang Chuan are considered to be the best of all Chinese Kung Fu styles. It is based on the belief that constant change is the rule of nature and should also be guideline of sword play. Like the Wudang Quan empty-hand forms, the sword forms are well-known for their constant changes in footwork. {READ MORE}
Wudang Quan is an acknowledged internal style of fighting that originated from the Wudang Mountain region of the Hubei province in China. This style requires internal peace and calmness and it emphasizes achieving greater longevity, improving health and strengthening the body and not only on fighting skills.
Soft, flexible yet light and agile body movements are the key footwork points in Wudang Chuan, and a Wudang practitioner does not force against force, but rather redirects the opponents’ attacks. Wudang practitioners will target pressure points and weak spots on their opponents’ body making use of finger strikes, palm strikes and breaking techniques (Chin Na) to accomplish their goal. Wudang have based most of their techniques on short-range fighting skills and tactics.
The Jian or straight sword forms of Wudang Chuan are considered to be the best of all Chinese Kung Fu styles. It is based on the belief that constant change is the rule of nature and should also be guideline of sword play. Like the Wudang Quan empty-hand forms, the sword forms are well-known for their constant changes in footwork. {READ MORE}
GALLERIES
TESTIMONIALS
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TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE
"In Spring, breathe xu for clear eyes and so wood can aid your liver.
In summer, reach for he, so that heart and fire can be at peace.
In fall, breathe si to stabilize and gather metal, keeping the lungs moist.
For the kidneys, next, breathe chui and see you inner water calm.
the Triple Heater needs your xi to expel all heat and troubles.
In all four seasons take long breaths, so spleen can process food.
And, of course, avoid exhaling noisily, not letting even your ears hear it.
The practice is most excellent and will help preserve your divine elixir."
- Master Sun Simiao (581-682 CE)
From Xiuzhen shishu (Ten Books on Cultivating Perfection), Song Dynasty
Translated by Livia Kohn, "Chinese Healing Exercises," p. 135
In summer, reach for he, so that heart and fire can be at peace.
In fall, breathe si to stabilize and gather metal, keeping the lungs moist.
For the kidneys, next, breathe chui and see you inner water calm.
the Triple Heater needs your xi to expel all heat and troubles.
In all four seasons take long breaths, so spleen can process food.
And, of course, avoid exhaling noisily, not letting even your ears hear it.
The practice is most excellent and will help preserve your divine elixir."
- Master Sun Simiao (581-682 CE)
From Xiuzhen shishu (Ten Books on Cultivating Perfection), Song Dynasty
Translated by Livia Kohn, "Chinese Healing Exercises," p. 135