Linyi · Shandong · China

Shaolin Dewu The Art of Living Kung Fu

Master the fundamentals of mind and body through authentic Shaolin discipline with Master Shi Yanchuan.

Master Shi Yanchuan with Jian sword in the forest

Foundation First · 形随基立

Internal foundation over external show

We focus on daily repetition of fundamentals to build a transformation that lasts a lifetime.

Mental Reset

A structured, disciplined environment designed to break old habits and restore mental clarity through Chan practice.

Silent Power

True strength comes from inner discipline and mastery of basic foundations — not from outward display.

Kung Fu Family

A community built on solidarity, where every student supports the growth of the other — domestic and international.

Master in bow stance
Training
Master with wooden staff
Weapons
Master in meditation
Chan
Master in claw form
Forms
Master palm technique
Power
Master practicing Qigong
Qigong
Master with Jian
Sword
Master fist technique
Fist

Master Profile

Master Shi Yanchuan

Secular name: Liu Taotao · 34th Generation Shaolin Disciple

Founder, Shandong Shaolin Dewu Academy · Initiator of “Kung Fu · Chan”

Entering the Way through Kung Fu — thirty years of devoted practice

Born in Shandong in 1987, Master Shi Yanchuan began training at age six and has never looked back. In 2000 he entered the Shaolin Temple Martial Arts School International Teaching Department (predecessor of the warrior monk corps), beginning his formal Shaolin path. For him, the highest Kung Fu is not flashy technique — it is inner stillness.

Carrying Shaolin culture to the world

As a practitioner of Shaolin culture abroad, he has toured Germany, the UK, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Brazil, Argentina, and more — using Kung Fu as a bridge to share authentic Shaolin arts and Eastern Chan wisdom with friends worldwide.

Chan and Kung Fu as one — in every moment

“Kung Fu is not about how many forms you know — it is whether you can settle your mind.” Over thirty years he has taught more than ten thousand students at home and abroad. Calm in character and rigorous in teaching, he unites Chan and Kung Fu — dedicated to passing on Chinese martial arts and meditation so every student may find body and mind in balance.

  • Kung Fu · Chan
  • Shaolin Heritage
  • Meditation
  • Traditional Weapons
Master Shi Yanchuan in prayer greeting
Shi Yanchuan Shaolin Master

Shaolin Dewu Kung Fu Academy · 少林德武功夫馆

Training programs

Kung Fu, Chan, Shaolin heritage training, traditional fist forms, weapons, Tai Chi, Qigong, and sitting meditation.

Kung Fu

Core Shaolin Kung Fu fundamentals and daily physical discipline.

Chan & Meditation

Sitting Zen and mindfulness — quiet strength of the mind.

Shaolin Heritage

Ancient Shaolin lineage training passed down through tradition.

Traditional Fist Forms

Classic Shaolin fist forms practiced with precision and patience.

Traditional Weapons

Staff, Jian sword, and traditional Shaolin weapon arts.

Tai Chi

Slow, rooted movement for balance, breath, and inner calm.

Qigong

Breath and energy practice for vitality and internal balance.

Master training with staff under traditional pavilion

One Family · One Goal

You are not a tourist here

You are a student. We function as one Kung Fu family — practicing solidarity and helping each other grow. Room and board are part of the path; every shared meal and early morning is training for life.

Training Camp · 训练营

Not tourism. Not performance. A return.

A return to the body, to breath, and to true inner calm — through Chan and Kung Fu with a Shaolin lineage master in Linyi, Shandong.

Chinese instruction with full English translation

What you will learn

  • Shaolin fundamentals & forms
  • Ba Duan Jin (Eight Brocades Qigong)
  • Yi Jin Jing (Tendon Changing Classic)
  • Zhan Zhuang (Standing Meditation)
  • Shaolin breathwork
  • Introduction to Chan (Zen) Buddhism

Daily schedule

Time Activity
5:30 – 6:30 AMMorning practice · Qigong
7:00 AMPlant-based breakfast
8:30 – 10:30 AMMorning training: forms, stances
12:00 PMLunch & rest
2:30 – 4:30 PMAfternoon: internal arts, Yi Jin Jing, breathwork
6:00 PMDinner
7:30 – 8:30 PMEvening: Zhan Zhuang, sitting meditation
9:00 PMRest

Schedule may be adjusted based on weather and training needs.

“Kung Fu is not learned. It is forged. Zen is not thought. It is sat.”

— Shifu Shi Yanchuan

What's included

  • Training with Shifu Liu (personally taught)
  • Accommodation
  • 3 plant-based meals daily
  • Airport or high-speed rail station transfer
  • Full English translation
  • Training certificate

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses

How to apply

  1. Message us to receive the short application form
  2. Fill out and return the form
  3. Once accepted, pay the deposit to secure your spot
  4. Receive pre-departure guide and packing list

Courses & Fees · 课程与费用

Train by the week

Flexible weekly stays or a focused training camp. Room and board included. Contact us for current rates and dates.

Location

Linyi · Shandong, China

Train with Master Shi Yanchuan in Linyi, Shandong — welcoming students from China and around the world.

Master Shi Yanchuan in meditation

Training Videos · 训练视频

Watch the practice

Real training clips from Master Shi Yanchuan — forms, weapons, and daily practice.

Training video 1
Training video 2
Training video 3

Student Voices · 学员评价

What students say

“Training here changed how I wake up each day. The discipline is real, the Master is patient with beginners, and you feel part of a family — not a tourist camp.”

— Alex, Europe

“I came with zero Kung Fu background. Within weeks I found clarity, stronger legs, and a calm I had been missing. Highly recommended for anyone seeking authentic practice.”

— Mina, Asia

Questions & Answers · 问与答

Common questions

Can beginners train here?

Yes. We are especially beginner-friendly and highly recommend it. Training is adapted to your level.

Is room and board included?

Yes — included. Transportation and visa fees are not included.

How do I register?

Message us for the application form. Once accepted, pay a deposit to confirm your place. You will receive a pre-departure guide and packing list.

What will I train?

Kung Fu, Chan, Shaolin heritage training, traditional fist forms, weapons, Tai Chi, Qigong, and sitting meditation — based on your goals and length of stay.

山门开着。茶已备好。师父在等你。

The gate is open. The tea is ready. The master is waiting.

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