Courses Offered at the Shaolin Temple

Meditation: Meditation is the key to self-knowledge and self-realization. We teach sitting meditation, prayer and healing methods.

Shaolin Kung Fu Chuan: This is a Kung-fu form which evolved from and does include the classic Shaolin Tradition.

Tai Chi: We present Yang Style Tai-Chi Chuan, and Tai-Chi Chi Kung, Note: The Shaolin Temple does present the Yang Style classic long form and the Tai Chi art in all it aspects as taught by Chang Seng Feng, including the mudras. Tai Chi forms taught includes:  the 108, the 88, Staff Form, Double Edge Sword Form and Sabre Form.

Shorin Ryu: Shorin Ryu is the Shaolin Crane System that evolved into the Okinawan, Japanese and Korean karate styles.

Shorei Ryu: This includes the original three forms that Bodhidharma taught at the original Shaolin Temple.

Yoga: The yoga classes are Kundalini Yoga with a Hatha Yoga format. The asanas focus on each of the seven chakras, accompanied by verbal positive affirmations and meditation.

Black Belt Class: The Black Belt class is designed to help better prepare the student for successful completion of the requirements for the rank of Black Belt. Although the student will still advance through each rank as required, the Black Belt class provides additional training and focus through the interactive instruction of Sifu Smith. Registration for the Black Belt class includes all programs offered at the Shaolin Temple except the Monk Program. 

Monk Program:  The Monk Program is open to those students who wish to make a more meaningful commitment to the development of spiritual awareness, the perpetuation of the Shaolin Tradition and provide proactive assistance in the positive evolution of humanity.