All-inclusive: $690 per month*
Full-time Kung Fu training 6 days a week at a real martial arts school in Henan, led by a 32nd-generation Shaolin monk. Open to all ages and skill levels, no experience needed.
*VIP price for 1 month. The longer you stay, the less you pay, down to $460 per month. One-time VIP fee of $50, free for returning students.
Everyone welcome
all ages & levels
Start any week
all year round
No deposit
pay on arrival
Free pickup
in Zhengzhou
Strengthen Body & Mind the Shaolin Way.
Train six days a week at the foot of the Yuntai Mountains and learn traditional Shaolin Kung Fu and more from masters who have trained since childhood. Build strength, flexibility and discipline, and take home experiences that stay with you for life. There are no special requirements: students of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels are welcome to learn and train with us.
Train Your Way.
Choose from Shaolin Kung Fu, Wushu, Sanda, Tai Chi, Qi Gong and more, and combine different disciplines throughout your stay. Join a one-week Kung Fu camp or stay for a full year. Our experienced masters guide you according to your goals and level.
More than
a Kung Fu school.
A way of life.
Get a first impression of training, daily life and the atmosphere in the Yuntai Mountains.
Training
Living
Culture
Community
Serious Training.
Real Progress.
Our program combines traditional Shaolin training with a structured, professional approach. You train in small groups with experienced, English-speaking masters and follow a clear daily routine.
3-4
Training sessions
per day
6+
hours of training
per day
6
days
per week
Life at Shaolin Yuntai
Impressions from daily life.
Moments from daily life at Shaolin Yuntai. Click a photo to enlarge.
Train. Live. Grow.
In the heart of nature.
Our school lies at the foot of the Yuntai Mountains, a UNESCO Global Geopark of red cliffs, gorges and waterfalls. Like the Shaolin Temple, it is located in Henan Province. Far from city noise, you can focus entirely on your training, live in a supportive international community and experience authentic Chinese culture.
Explore the location 
A New Standard of Comfort.
All student rooms have been completely renovated and offer everything you need for a comfortable stay, so you can fully focus on your training. Single rooms are available on request.
Air conditioning
Comfortable in every season.
Drinkable tap water
No need to buy bottled water.
Hot-water shower
Modern and convenient.
Washing machine
Do your laundry directly in your room.
Western toilet
Refrigerator
TV
Free Wi-Fi
Everything you need
for an unforgettable experience.
Training
Full-day training, 6 days a week
Indoor & outdoor facilities
Small groups of 3–12
Experienced Shaolin masters
Use of martial arts equipment
Living
Comfortable accommodation
3 meals every day
Free Wi-Fi
Recreational areas
Single / Family room on request
Culture
Traditional tea ceremony
Mandarin classes
TCM class (incl. Tui Na)
Chinese calligraphy
Lion & Dragon Dance
Community
International students
Supportive environment
Make lifelong friends
Cultural exchange
Personal growth
Tea Ceremony
Experience the art of tea →
Chinese Mandarin
Explore the Chinese language →
TCM & Tui Na
Discover Chinese medicine →
Chinese Calligraphy
Explore the art of calligraphy →
Our Kung Fu Masters
Train with a 32nd-generation Shaolin monk and a team of masters who have trained since childhood. They speak English, cover Shaolin Kung Fu, Wushu, Sanda and Tai Chi, and several have won national and international competitions.
Shi Yan Lin
Headmaster
32nd-generation Shaolin monk. Teaching international students since 1998.
Yale Yuan
Lead Master
Trained at the Shaolin Temple from 1999. Teaching international students since 2006.
Hu Binchao
Shaolin & Wushu
Long Fist, Bajiquan and Dragon and Lion Dance. Several first prizes in Wushu.
Yao Xuan
Tai Chi
Chen-style Tai Chi. Coached a student to gold at the Jiaozuo International Tai Chi Competition 2025.
One price. Everything included.
The longer you stay, the less you pay per month. Pay monthly or in advance, directly at the school after you arrive. No hidden costs. No registration fee.
Vip prices
1 month
$690
/month
Standard price $730
Get a first taste
6 months
$610
/month
$3,660 total
Standard price $650/month
12 months
$490
/month
$5,880 total
Longer stays $460/month
VIP prices require a one-time $50 VIP membership, valid for all future stays (free for returning students).
All prices & discountsWhat’s included
Ready to start your training?
No deposit and no application fee. You only pay after you arrive at the school.
In Their Own Words.
Students from all over the world have trained with us, from complete beginners to experienced athletes. Read what they say about the training, the masters and life at the school.
I learnt that I can do more than I thought. I had a wonderful time and will definitely come back for a longer time.
Doris
Switzerland
Overall, this experience was truly inspiring.
Pierre & Laura
France
Intense training has boosted my physical fitness significantly. I’m feeling stronger and healthier.
Nikhil
India
Your Questions, Answered.
Yes. Many of our students arrive with no martial arts experience, and we also train experienced athletes and teachers. Groups are split by level and the training is adapted to you.
At Shaolin Yuntai, one month of training, accommodation, meals and pickup costs $690 (VIP price) or $730 (standard), falling to $490 per month for a 12-month stay. Flights, visa and personal expenses are extra.
Yes. You can join for as little as one week; we recommend at least four weeks, since most students need about two weeks to adapt.
It depends on your nationality and length of stay. Many nationalities can currently stay up to 30 days visa-free; for longer stays we provide the invitation letter for an X2 study visa.
Only after you arrive. There is no application fee and no deposit. If you leave early, we refund the difference or keep it as credit.
Yes. Students of all ages are welcome, including families. Children join together with at least one parent or legal guardian.
Yes. We train all year round, including Christmas and New Year, so you can start any week.
Three Simple Steps.
Fill in our free application form. No deposit and no application fee.
Staying up to 30 days? Many nationalities need no visa. For longer stays, we send you an official invitation letter for your X2 study visa.
Travel to Zhengzhou by plane or train and send us your arrival details. We pick you up for free at the airport or train station.
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