Train where Shaolin was born
1 km from the Shaolin Temple. Live, eat and train with authentic 34th generation warrior monks under Shi Yan Chen. Full-time training for individuals, or a 7-day cultural camp for groups.
Inside Shaolin Zhong Wu
A look at daily life and training at the academy, 1 km from the Shaolin Temple.
The real Shaolin experience
Not a tourist show. You live inside the training culture, guided by authentic lineage holders in the mountains that created it.
Authentic lineage
Train daily with Shaolin warrior monks. Practice rituals, Songshan culture, and visit historic sites including the Pagoda Forest and Dharma Cave.
All-inclusive campus
Shared accommodation, 3 meals per day, training halls, hot showers, Wi-Fi and washing machines, set in a forested mountain valley.
Flexible commitment
Try a few days at $100/day, a week from $700, monthly at $1,500, or prepay longer terms for the best rates: 12 months all-inclusive from $670/month.
7-Day Shaolin Cultural & Kung Fu Camp
Built exclusively for groups: families, corporate teams, martial arts clubs, school groups and travelling companions who want to experience authentic Shaolin culture together. Every day balances hands-on training with cultural visits across the Songshan mountains. This camp cannot be booked by individual travellers.
- Full kung fu training with Shaolin warrior monks + free cultural classes
- Shared accommodation & 3 meals/day, 7 days/week
- Hot showers, Wi-Fi, washing machines, training equipment
- Airport pickup from Zhengzhou (included with $100 application)
- Tickets for all scenic sites in the itinerary
- Rank certificate, belt & badge set (RMB 200)
Travelling solo? See our full-time training plans, from $100/day to monthly and long-term stays.
Day by day
Arrival
Pickup from Zhengzhou East, check-in, opening ceremony with monks, dinner & rest.
Temple Immersion
05:00 temple run; Shaolin Temple & Pagoda Forest; vegetarian lunch; Dharma Cave; Shaolin Pharmacy; movie night.
Study & Practice
Morning training; Songyang Academy; Shaolin Training Code; afternoon basics & forms.
Astronomy & Kung Fu
Morning training; Guo Shoujing's Observatory; double practice sessions.
Zhongyue Temple
Morning training; Zhongyue Temple visit; afternoon practice.
Mind & Body
Copy the Heart Sutra; meditation; Zen archery; Zen Shaolin Music Grand Ceremony.
Graduation
Morning training; photos with masters; graduation ceremony & certificate; depart.
* 7-day camp is for group bookings only. Application fee is non-refundable and secures your group's spots and pickup service.
See the campus
Daily training schedule
4+ hours of Shaolin kung fu every day, plus language and culture classes, proper rest, and 3 meals. Structure builds discipline alongside skill.
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 5:30 | Wake up |
| 7:00 | Breakfast |
| 8:30 to 9:50 | Shaolin Kung Fu |
| 10:30 to 11:30 | Shaolin Kung Fu |
| 11:50 | Lunch |
| 12:30 to 15:00 | Nap / rest |
| 15:00 to 15:40 | Chinese (language & culture) |
| 15:50 to 16:50 | Shaolin Kung Fu |
| 17:00 to 18:00 | Shaolin Kung Fu |
| 18:00 | Dinner |
* Sample schedule. May adjust by season and level.
Transparent pricing
All-inclusive: accommodation, 3 meals/day, training, cultural classes, equipment and airport pickup. No hidden fees.
Flexible short stays, perfect for first-timers who want a genuine taste of Shaolin training before committing to a full month.
Apply nowFull training, accommodation and 3 meals/day. Secure your spot with a 20% deposit; pay the rest when you arrive.
Reserve my spot →Prepay multiple months for deeply reduced rates. 12 months all-in at $670/month, the most committed path.
Apply now| Duration | Rate | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Under 1 week | $100/day | · |
| 1 week | · | $700 |
| 2 weeks | · | $1,000 |
| 3 weeks | · | $1,300 |
| 1 month | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| 2 months | $1,450 | $2,900 |
| 3 months | $1,400 | $4,200 |
| 4 months | $1,350 | $5,400 |
| 5 months | $1,300 | $6,500 |
| 6 months | $1,240 | $7,440 |
| 7 months | $1,170 | $8,190 |
| 8 months | $1,090 | $8,720 |
| 9 months | $1,000 | $9,000 |
| 10 months | $900 | $9,000 |
| 11 months | $790 | $8,690 |
| 12 months | $670 | $8,040 |
* Year-plus study may qualify for additional discounts. All rates are all-inclusive.
$100 application + 20% deposit
The one-time $100 application fee reserves your spot and includes airport pickup (Zhengzhou East to the base). Add a 20% tuition deposit to confirm your dates. Balance is due on arrival.
Where you'll train
- EstablishedSeptember 1, 2023. Purpose-built for Shaolin martial culture.
- Distance~1 km from Shaolin Temple, inside the Greater Songshan scenic area.
- Campus~26 mu (≈4.3 acres) current; planned expansion to ~50 mu (≈8.2 acres).
- Capacity33 dorm rooms / 130+ beds. Dining hall seats 150+ at once.
- FacilitiesMultiple training halls & classrooms, mountain surroundings, hot showers, Wi-Fi, washing machines.
- ArrivalAirport pickup from Zhengzhou East included with your $100 application.
What to bring
10-minute full-body prep
Get your body ready to train kung fu in China. Follow along with this 10-minute full-body warm-up to build the mobility and conditioning that make your first days of training easier.
Before you apply
What does the $100 application fee include?
Can individuals join the 7-day camp?
Can I try for a few days before committing?
How do payments work?
Is instruction in English?
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Ready to train at Shaolin?
Secure your place with a $100 application and 20% deposit. Your spot, airport pickup and first step into authentic Shaolin training, confirmed.