You may also be interested to know how Safe Shaolin Kung Fu is, and be surprised to hear that it is safer than Yoga and gives a better variety of Exercise and Skills than most other sport arts! But that is to be expected from a style which has matured over 1473 years. If you like, have a look at the Shaolin Temple History Page, best on the WEB; was even referred to by the Encyclopedia Britannica!
Home Page
There are over 80 pages on this site and it is easy to get lost. If that happens, just click on the "Home Page" button (which is on most every page) to come back to this central page. You can also take a quick tour, with Sijo Robert Z, of your options on this site. Just use the video below.
Many Videos
Or you can just have a look at out Introductory video also hosted by Sijo, which will show you many aspects of our training, style, people, instructors and social activities!
See Actual Classes
You can even see recording of our actual classes. Our Members Page has extensive's pictures and videos of our training and students. Click here if you would like to see this!
Kung Fu Home Training Intro
Home Training
And even if you cant make it to our classes or are on holiday, you can still train with us. Have a look at our Shaolin Cyber Home Training Program (short video introduction to this program on the right and above) or click on this line for the more extensive information.
Fun Activities
There are also a number of Social Activities each month that you can choose to participate in. In the past we have had Go-Carting, Paint Balling, Rock Climbing, Special presentations, Bowling, Movies, BBQ's, Competitions, and more.
Why Shaolin Kung Fu
The benefits of Shaolin Kung Fu are significant on all levels of life, Physical, Mental, Spiritual, Emotional and even Material! Shaolin training offers mental and emotional advantages that are not often found in other exercises, disciplines or sports. As a style developed in a Temple not through war, Shaolin Kung Fu is designed for the 21st century where violence is no longer acceptable but defence is still necessary. Research has shown that through Shaolin Kung Fu equal emphasis on internal and external physical aspects (Yin & Yang), have unique psychological effects that are substantially greater than those produced by other activities. Studying Shaolin Kung Fu develops your self-confidence and inner calm and there is never a need to be aggressive or violent, even when in a conflict situation. 1000 years of development by peaceful Monks has created a style of Skill, Strategy and Style not requiring Force, Anger or Deception. A very real difference for your life and attitude.
Although all these attributes are no uniquely Shaolin, they are intrinsic to the style for over a thousand years without compromise. For this our instructors are trained in various humanistic subjects (over 20) just to qualify to become an assistant instructor (See Instructor Training Program Page)
Shaolin Academy is a Professional but not a Commercial Organization. It is run, classically, by a semi retired Martial Art Master of some 50 years Martial Art and people development experience. The quality of instruction, style and interaction is highly professional, warm and supportive; "We are not interested in fighters or making people into fighters" Sijo Robert Z states, "it is immoral and illegal. If you wish to 'fight' do it in the proper arena such as in a professionally managed, mutually consensual environment of an appropriate tournament or a competition ring, not in the street against unwilling and unsuspecting persons."
We, at the Academy prefer to focus on the Quality, Style and Health Benefits of the art and consider the effective self-defence gained there from as a side benefit not the major focus. And there are many .. . side benefits to this great way of keeping healthy, fit and agile. Have a look below where we have listed some of the benefits of Shaolin Kung Fu training!
Reduce Stress and Increase Focus
Young people also do better in school because many martial arts practices foster intellectual development. Physical activity combined with the thinking required in martial arts serve as double stimulation to blood flow in the brain. To obey directions and learn new techniques, concepts & strategies. Students also develop a high degree of focus and concentration. In more senior levels they need to concentrate and focus under pressure applying their learned skills and behaviours. A training skill that proves valuable in academic studies as well as work and home life.
Improve Retention & Comprehension
Learning, memorizing, understanding, applying and using are also key skills developed in Shaolin Kung Fu. Students learn to remember numerous techniques, forms and routines that enhance their skill and training whilst developing Retention & Comprehension abilities.
Key in to Problem Solving and Success Strategies
As students learn to master them selves and their body, overcome challenges and acquire more skills, they also improve their Problems Solving and Planning skills; this in turn helps them gain confidence. Most martial artists begin study with little ability. Their gradual progression in level and accumulation of skills provides great satisfaction and increased self-esteem. Those who may have been prone to be bullied also feel better about themselves and their ability to deal with conflict. Specific studies have found that martial art training improved "individual self-confidence and group morale" more than fitness, resistance, or obstacle training; martial arts students, when assessed one year after finishing a one semester class, showed a decrease in feelings of vulnerability and likelihood of attack.
Enjoy the Academy's Social and Friendly Events
The Shaolin Academy environment is uniquely supportive. Students who have achieved a measure of skill and ability see new students not as competitors but as persons to help and develop. This helps both the New Students to feel comfortable and welcome as well as giving the experienced students a measure of Social & Humanistic experience and understanding of the role of Interrelationships.
Become a part of the Shaolin Academy Community & Social Environment
Although Shaolin Academy training contains an competitive elements, the students balance this with the competition with themselves. They learn to both function as a part of a group and gain a sense of camaraderie with their classmates as well as learning that there are times when you need to stand on your own two fee; by yourself. Class give the sense that the student belong to a greater community, not only because Shaolin Kung Fu has a 1450 year history and culture, but also because the students and instructors share the same healthy pursuit and experience the challenges together. Students of different levels and ages, although sometimes separated into smaller groups, also generally take lessons in the same room.
Allow yourself to be YOU
Because martial arts offers the opportunity to strengthen mental and social skills, they can dramatically influence children and adults with physical and learning disabilities. These include those with polio, cerebral palsy, birth defects, amputees, the deaf, and the blind. Martial arts training is especially popular for people with attention deficit disorder (ADD), a neurobiological disability that interferes with an individual's ability to sustain attention and control impulsive behaviour, and autism, a disorder that impairs development of a person's ability to communicate and interact with other people.
Everyone needs a bit of Calming, Relaxation, Stress-Relief
Shaolin Kung Fu is founded in Buddhist Principles which are non-violent, non-aggressive and focus on attaining inner and outer peace, tranquility and oneness. This unique combination of seeking Inner Peace through Exercise, Meditation, breath and Skill Development produces a calming and relaxing mind set. And with an estimated 60 to 70 percent of hospital visits due to stress-related illnesses (not always recognised as such), these benefits are increasingly important to every individual.
Improve your Life Control and Planning Skills
Shaolin Kung Fu teaches to make quick, important and informed decisions within the framework of martial strategy and life. As many know, this is also useful in everyday life as the application of Ancient Chinese and Japanese was strategies are applied in Management, everyday life and future planning.
One Thousand Four Hundred and Sixty Nine Years
Shaolin Kung Fu is one of the very few styles that has had almost 15 Centuries of development and thus has attained a high degree of effectiveness and efficiency. It is not the jumping, flying style depicted in movies but a mature style that allows you to develop the aspects that you can work with best. It allows you to train the way you feel is best for you. That is one of the major advantages of the Shaolin 5 Animal Kung Fu that the Shaolin Academy specialises in. See more below or look up Animal Kung Fu.
The Way of Tiger Kung Fu
If you are a person with an abundance of energy, forever seeking challenges and actively, you may want to try Shaolin Tiger Kung Fu. It is a powerful style that allows you to develop your strengths and energies whilst teaching you direction, focus and the are of simplicity. As a Tiger you learn to find that which is the best an easiest solution without complexity or complication. The Tiger practitioner is the master to coming to the core of any problem and solution. He is a leader, reliable and strong.
Yet, what if you wish to be successful and do not have an abundance of these violent energies? How does one become successful without this violent force? Is it possible to be confident amongst violent people without being violent yourself? Want to know more . . . . .
The Way of the Panther
If direct action is not your thing; if you prefer metal to physical prowess; if you believe that your success is not in forging ahead but in Strategy, Planning and Skill, than that is the way of Panther Kung Fu.
Shaolin 5 Animal Kung Fu was developed as a result of needing to provide tailored, individual solutions for different types of people. Where by the Tiger Stylist prefers the direct, active and simple action, the Panther Stylist prefers to review, understand and plan before they act. They are the planners, strategist and . . schemers. Their method of self defence is totally different to that of the Tiger Stylist as is their method to success, happiness and health.
The Panther Stylist has it a bit more difficult in life than the Tiger. They need to learn more than just harnessing their abundant energies. They need to learn the principles of Success, Planning and Strategy; and how this applies to Shaolin Kung Fu. Panther Kung Fu is unusual, hidden, sometimes invisible, surprising and often shocking. Not easy to learn but very satisfying. Want to know more . . . . .
The Way of the Crane
If you believe that millions of years of survival through Instinct and Intuition is the key to success and self defence; if you believe in Insight as a way of solving the unsolvable; if you believe in people power, than you will prefer Crane Kung Fu.
The Crane stylist believes in Beauty, Class and Elegance. Crane Kung Fu teaches Agility, Flexibility and Grace; in movement, action and thinking. The Crane Stylist is non aggressive and very considerate, preferring to accept what is freely given rather than taking. In defence the Crane is Elegant and up to a point very evasive, often preferring to allow their attacker to defeat themselves by 'giving them opportunities' for this. For this they learn a high degree of skill in human interaction, management and diplomacy. Want to know more . . . . .
The Way of the Snake
All said and done, most everything has been done and discovered. Human knowledge goes back for millennia and if we seek an answer, do not look to spin-doctors for answer but look to what has been successful in the past.
Snake stylists do not like to experiment/ They feel this shows a lack of education and class. Any situation, any success and any achievement that is to be made has bee, in one form or another, made before. We do not need to stumble through life blindly but look at those who have pioneered success and follow their examples. Why beat a new path when a successful path is ready and waiting?
The Snake Practitioner is on who like to learn it all, every detail, every possibility, how something was successful and what was not. The Snake Practitioner believes in the tried and Proven not in magic and Mirrors! Want to know more . . . . .
The Way of Shaolin Kung Fu
Shaolin Kung Fu has survived so long because it is the best. It is not the most popular because it is not easy. Two lessons will not make a fighter out of you. The Way of Shaolin Kung Fu is one of Quiet Confidence, Gentle Power and Wisdom. It is a style that can become a life long focus or just a long lasting comprehensive health and fitness exercise. It does not require you to adapt to it but rather, after some basics you take from it what suits you best and works most.
Not an easy style to teach and in Australia there are only 2 fully qualified teachers and both at the Shaolin Academy. Come and visit us some time. Just look up your closes location and try out three free lessons. And as they say, you never, never know, if you don't give it a go!
Shaolin Academy, Professional not Commercial
The Shaolin Kung Fu & Self Defence Academy has been teaching 'Smart' and conscionable self defence to it's students since it was founded in 1992. The style is based on the legendary Shaolin Temple Kung Fu, developed by Buddhist Monks. The Shaolin Kung Fu Self Defence is an Art that highly values intelligent self protection and conscionable self defence which focus on causing minimal harm even to person seeking to cause you great harm. With 1500 years of development, Shaolin Kung Fu has the ways and means of achieving this high degree of self defence whilst maintaining your own personal safety. Takes a bit longer to learn but is leaves you with a clear conscience if you ever need to use it! Want to know more . . . . .
1500 Year Advantage
Shaolin 5 Animal Kung Fu teaches you to overcome an attacked based on who you are and what you have as your natural abilities. It not seek to make you violent or aggressive but gives you the skills and confidence to 'Manage' a violent situation, based on that which suits your nature, size, demeanour and life outlook. By identifying different human behavioral styles using Animal Metaphors you learn to maintain your dignity and conscience even in the face of a physical, mental or other threat. Learning this skill and being more in control of your life is an asset in itself and especially important to teenagers and young adults future life. Considering that it is also a superior way of maintaining health, flexibility, fitness and strength, it comes to being a very valuable way of achieving many wins through just one activity. Want to know more . . . . .
Who can train Shaolin Kung Fu?
At this time (11/11/09) our youngest student in our Beginners classes is 10y and our oldest 72y. Most students are between 15y and 35y. In one venue (Camberwell) we have more female student than male. Our students are from a very diverse ethnic, cultural and religious background without this having ever cause any problems to anyone. We wear a uniform and are very flexible with religious or cultural dress requirements. Want to know more . . . . .
Accredited, Experienced, Safe and Fun!
We are an accredited Organization with exceedingly well trained Instructors operating in Victoria since 1992 without interruptions. Master Robert Z and Senior Instructor DiSifu John together have over 70 years martial art and teaching experience without causing Injury! Our students age range between 12y and 72y and everyone works with everyone, well. If you haven't done so already, have a look at our little Information Video above under the heading Shaolin Kung Fu for Health, Confidence and Self Defence. Want to know more . . . . .
Academy Credentials
The Shaolin Academy is a recognized Martial Art Teaching Center and accredited by several national and international organizations including but not limited to; the Martial Art Industry Association (Aust Gov Accr.), International Kung Fu Wushu Federation (USA), Kung Fu & Tai Chi Association (China) and Black Belts International (US & GB). Shaolin Academy Instructors go through and additional 3 year Train the Trainer process equivalent to Cert 4 in Workplace Training & Development, L2 First Aid, grading & Feedback Accreditation and personal Specialisations. Shaolin Academy Instructors are truly Professional and simply good!Want to know more . . . . .
5 Great Reason for trying Shaolin Academy Kung Fu!
Aside from the Excellent Instructors, Fantastic Students, many Social Activities we are Professional not Commercial! And then there are the 5 FREE reasons!
Your training is FREE
The First three classes are absolutely FREE; so that you can make sure you like what you are doing! Click on the picture to the right for a free voucher with address, time and map details.
Your training is PAIN FREE
No pain during training, no pain after training and no pain the next day. Pain = No Brain!
Your training is BULLY FREE
No Bullies, Yahoo's, Bogens, Hot Heads, Agros or such. We have students aged 12 training happily with students aged 70 and everywhere in between. Parent with Children, siblings and even young and not so young couples. The Shaolin Academy is for mature persons who like health, fitness and self-defence training in a fun and professional atmosphere!
Your training PROBLEM FREE
You can train in any of our locations, in any of our classes anytime. You are not locked in to a specific attendance. If one week you have more time, train a bit more and if you miss a class, no problem, catch-up anytime you want.
Your training is INJURY FREE
In 17 year of operation, we have not had a person-to-person accident requiring more than a salve for bruising and a band-aid. New students and beginner students are 'untouchables' and have never ever been hurt or injured!
So Come on in
All our early 6.30pm classes are beginner classes for new students. Just come in 30 minutes earlier so that we can go through the safety introduction and then introduce you to the other participants.
Mordialloc
cnr Albert & Lewis St
in the Alen McLean Hall
by the Mordi Police Station
Novice Classes at 6.30pm
Tuesday & Thursday
Caulfield
end of Dudley St
in the Caulfield Sports Reserve
The Green Hall
Novice Classes at 6.30pm
Monday & Wednesday
Camberwell
314 Camberwell Rd
Uniting Church Hall
by the Police Station
Novice Classes at 6.30pm
Monday
So come on in an try out a 1471 year old style that is fun and interesting, we guarantee it!
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Give us a call on 1800 SHAOLIN that is 1800 742 654 and talk to us between 10am and 5pm; we are happy to answer any questions. You can even call us FREE of Charge by using our Internet FREE CALL FACILITY. Just click on the underlined text and try this out. Also free, also no problems!
