What is Shaolin and what makes this school different from others?

Shaolin is a system that originated in China.  This system is a way of living, thinking, and being.  Our school brings that system to you exactly how it is taught in China.

What is a traditional school?

A traditional school is one that teach the values and philosophies of the Shaolin Temple as they are taught in China.

What qualifies our instructor to teach kung fu?

Lu Sifu started training at the age of 8, where he studied in a Shaolin Monestary (located in Fujian Province). He was teaching by the age of 14 and has been doing so ever since.  While in China, he was also a stunt man for Hong Kong Cinema.

Does the school have uniforms?

Yes, they can be purchased at the school.

Are there competitions or belts?

There are no competitions.  If you win in a competition you gain false confidence and if you lose it destroys your confidence.  We want all our students to have confidence in all that they do.  We do not have belts either because we don’t want anyone to feel less or more of a person just because of a belt.

How young or old can a student be?

There is really no age limit.  As long as the person is able to follow and understand instruction they are welcome.

What if I have Health concerns?

Through Kung Fu’s various forms and movements, one will gain balance, rhythm, coordination, and relaxation of the mind, body, and spirit.  Once the mind, body and spirit are working together in harmony the body is able to heal itself.

Is spirituality or philosophy taught at the school?

Yes, it is up to each individual student as to what they want to learn.  All Chinese philosophies are taught here.

Since this is a Southern Shaolin Temple does it matter what religion I am?

No it does not, we accept anyone who wants to learn Shaolin Kung Fu.

What physical aspects does studying the different systems enhance?

You will develop flexibility, muscular definition, balance, strength, and quickness.

Is it ok to study just one system?

Yes, but we encourage each student to learn all the systems so that he or she will become a better student.

How are classes structured or taught?

This question is answered by experiencing the class. (By experiencing a class the question is answered without words.)