Shaolin Winter Intensive · London
34th Generation Shaolin Master · Shifu Shi Yan Zi · 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. Returning to London in 2027.
This is not a luxury retreat. It's a disciplined Shaolin training challenge for those who want to train seriously, face discomfort, and come out of it with a stronger body, mind and spirit. The next edition runs in 2027 at Shaolin Temple UK. Join the waitlist below and you will be the first to hear the dates.
When the world slows down, you train
Built around Shaolin discipline: early mornings, repetition, physical effort, breath, stillness and perseverance. Strengthen the body, sharpen the mind and cultivate inner confidence.
Shaolin Chan · Wu · Yi: mind, martial arts, medicine
A living tradition rooted in Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Chinese medicine and martial arts, designed to build self-discipline, confidence, health, resilience and practical self-defense. This is what the intensive covers.
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
Complete the challenge and pass the assessment to receive a Shaolin Practical Kung Fu beginner certificate.
Shifu Shi Yan Zi: Shaolin Temple UK
What we can tell you so far
Dates, format and pricing for 2027 are being confirmed with Shaolin Temple UK. Everything below is how the intensive is built; the specifics follow with the dates.
Previous editions ran as a five day challenge and a ten day full immersion, with food included. Expect the same shape in 2027, confirmed with the dates.
There is no deposit or booking open for 2027 yet. When dates are confirmed, waitlist members get first access before anything is announced publicly.
Sleeping at the temple after training and nearby hotels have both been options. Details follow with the dates.
A typical training day
Wake-up. Prepare for morning training.
Running, stretching, kicks, combinations, Ba Duan Jin Qi Gong.
Traditional Shaolin forms, stances, body method and coordination drills.
Practical combat training: pads, bag work, partner drills and applications.
Shaolin culture sessions: Qi Gong, calligraphy, wisdom talks and meditation.
Shaolin Temple UK · Tufnell Park
For those who want to train, not just attend
You don't need to be elite. You do need the willingness to work hard, face discomfort and commit to a disciplined Shaolin experience.
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Choose discomfort. Train with purpose
A winter Shaolin challenge designed to train the body, sharpen the mind and leave you stronger than you arrived. Returning to London in 2027.
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