Shaolin-Academy / Kung Fu Schule in Berlin Steglitz

Shaolin and Chan The 1500 year old martial arts and meditation techniques from the Shaolin monastery, which is considered the cradle of Chinese Wushu, go back to religious origins. They are based on Chan Buddhism, which in turn is derived from the Indian form of Buddhism. Chan Buddhism is also known in the West under the name Zen Buddhism. He was made by the monk Bodhidharma founded, who came to China in 527, settled in the Shaolin monastery, gathered his students there and from here spread the new teaching in the country. Chan Buddhism stands for compassion and benevolence. It is known to be an exceptionally tolerant religion. The tolerant atmosphere of the Chan in the monastery was, in addition to the need to defend oneself from attacks, an important prerequisite for the development of the martial arts and for the emergence of the Shaolin fighting monk. The spiritual self-training of the monks by sitting for long periods of time was considered particularly important. In order to relax from sitting still with crossed legs, physical exercises were developed that were used before and during the long meditations. In this way the '18 Ways of Shaolin 'were invented, from which the Shaolin martial arts arose , which are passed on from one generation of masters to the next to this day. Shaolin Kung Fu and the Shaolin Monastery are well known throughout the martial arts world, and numerous fascinating legends have developed about them. Both children, adolescents and adults can learn Shaolin Kung Fu. Continue reading... Qi Gong was developed on the basis of Chan Buddhist meditation, martial arts and Chinese medicine. Adults, including people suffering from chronic illnesses, can practice Qi Gong well. Continue reading... Tai Ji Quan - also known as Tai Chi Chuan - regulates physical functions and promotes the harmony of Yin and Yang in the body. Tai Ji training is suitable for everyone. Continue reading... You are also welcome at the telephone number: 0170 9488288 during office hours trial classes agree.