Shaolin Winter Intensive London | Kung Fu Training (5 or 10 DAYS)

Shifu Shi Yan Zi high kick outdoors

Shaolin Worldwide · Shaolin Temple UK · London

Shaolin Winter Intensive
Training London, UK
with Shifu Shi Yan Zi

34th Generation Shaolin Master · Shaolin Temple UK · In London since 1998

A Shaolin Chan · Wu · Yi challenge camp combining traditional kung fu, practical combat, Qi Gong, meditation, Shaolin culture, and body-mind discipline.

Dec 10–20, 2026 London, UK 5-day $1,800 · 10-day $3,000 $500 deposit Limited to 30 students
$500 non-refundable deposit applied to final balance · Full payment due November 10, 2026
Shaolin Winter Intensive Training London — Shifu Shi Yan Zi Dec 10–20, 2026 · 5-day $1,800 · 10-day $3,000
Limited to 30 students Secure your spot
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What this is

This is not a luxury retreat. This is a disciplined Shaolin training challenge for those who want to train seriously, face discomfort, and enter the new year with stronger body, mind, and spirit.

5 or 10
Days
Training options
Chan · Meditation
Wu · Martial arts
Yi · Chinese medicine
30
Student limit
The winter theme
When the world slows down,
you train.

This challenge is built around Shaolin discipline: early mornings, repetition, physical effort, breath, stillness, and perseverance. The goal is to strengthen the body, sharpen the mind, and cultivate inner confidence before the new year begins.

Program focus
Shaolin Chan · Wu · Yi
mind, martial arts, medicine.

This program introduces Shaolin culture as a living tradition rooted in Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Chinese medicine, and martial arts. Designed to build self-discipline, confidence, health, gratitude, resilience, and practical self-defense ability.

Traditional kung fu
Stance work, forms, body method, coordination, discipline, and traditional Shaolin fundamentals.
Practical combat
San Shou / Sanda drills, striking, pad work, bag work, defense, application, and partner training.
Qi Gong + meditation
Ba Duan Jin, breath training, stillness, focus, internal regulation, and mental clarity.
Shaolin culture
Evening talks on Shaolin wisdom, philosophy, discipline, and traditional Chinese culture.
TCM consultation
A Chinese medicine expert is planned to offer free consultations and answer health questions during the camp.
Certificate
Students who complete the challenge and pass the assessment may receive a Shaolin Practical Kung Fu beginner certificate.
Outside Shaolin Temple UK in London
Shifu Shi Yan Zi high kick demonstration
Your instructor
34th Generation Shaolin Master
Shifu Shi Yan Zi
Shaolin Temple UK · In London since 1998.
Chief disciple of Abbot Shi Yong Xin of the Shaolin Temple, China.
Trained at the Martial Arts College of Shaolin; became a disciple in 1987.
Founded Shaolin Temple UK after arriving in London in 1998.
Teaches Kung Fu, Qi Gong, Ch'an meditation, combat discipline, and character development.
Format + pricing
Choose your
training option.

Train 5 days for a focused challenge, or continue for 10 days for the full Shaolin immersion. Both options include food.

Option 1
5-Day Challenge
Dec 11–15, 2026
~$1,800USD
Food included
Beginner kung fu + combat
Qi Gong + cultural sessions
Assessment + certificate
Group photo
Accommodation
Sleep at the temple
Optional add-on
~$27/ night
Bring your own sleeping bag
Sleep in training hall after classes
Nearby hotels also available
Deposit

$500 non-refundable deposit secures your place and is applied toward your final balance. Full payment due by November 10, 2026.

Arrival

Arrival and check-in: December 10 from 4:00 PM at Shaolin Temple UK. Welcome dinner at 7:00 PM.

Special feature

A Chinese medicine expert is planned to offer free consultations and answer health questions during the program.

Daily schedule
A typical training day
at the intensive.
6:00 AM
Wake-up. Prepare for morning training.
6:30 AM
Running, stretching, kicks, combinations, Ba Duan Jin Qi Gong.
Morning
Traditional Shaolin forms, stances, body method, and coordination drills.
Afternoon
Practical combat training — pads, bag work, partner drills, applications.
Evening
Shaolin culture sessions — Qi Gong, calligraphy, wisdom talks, meditation.
Shifu Shi Yan Zi in meditation
Location
Shaolin Temple UK
Tufnell Park, North London.
📍 207A Junction Road, Tufnell Park, London, N19 5QA
Shifu Yan Zi in courtyard at Shaolin Temple UK
Who this is for
For those who want to train,
not just attend.

You do not need to be elite. You do need the willingness to work hard, face discomfort, and commit to a disciplined Shaolin experience.

You want to challenge yourself physically and mentally before the new year begins.
You are drawn to authentic Shaolin training, not a soft wellness retreat.
You want to train kung fu, combat, breath, medicine, and stillness in one experience.
You want something more structured and special than regular weekly classes.
Shaolin Worldwide · London Winter Intensive
Choose discomfort.
Train with purpose.

A winter Shaolin challenge designed to train the body, sharpen the mind, and help students begin the new year from a stronger place.

Limited to 30 students
Payment reminder

Deposit is non-refundable. Remaining balance must be paid by November 10, 2026.

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Have a question?

Not sure which option is right for you, or want to know more before committing? Send us a message and we'll get back to you.

info@shaolinww.com
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