Founded in 2004, Shaolin Wugulun Kung Fu Academy reminds dedicated to teaching the original internal and external Shaolin cultures – a lifestyle comprised of the Chan’, meditation, combat skill practice, and a healthy diet. In addition to the learning of the essence of traditional Shaolin Kung Fu – “Chan Wu”(Zen Martial arts) – we have designed several retreat programs consisting of experts to gi
ve talks on Chinese culture. These talks will cover Buddhism, Confucianism and Daoism in order to provide students with a deeper understanding of the philosophical foundations of their practices and of Chinese culture. The academy was founded by an early disciple of Master Shi Dejian, and was originally located in a village at the foot of Songshan Mountain, right behind the famous Songyang Academy in Dengfeng City, Henan Province. Now located in Huijiao Chan Temple, nestled in the green hills of southern Zhejiang Province. The Academy and its classes are personally supervised by Master Guo Junxian and professor Paul Wang. About the Master
Master Guo Junxian, a Buddhist practitioner of Henan descent, is a fifth generation disciple of Shaolin Wugulun Kung Fu. He began practicing martial arts in Songshan in 1999 and in the fall of 2000, he became Master Shi Dejian's apprentice at Shaolin Temple. In the following years, he studied the basic techniques of Kung Fu from Wu Nanfang, his master’s Kung Fu brother. In 2006, Guo Junxian went to San Huang Zhai Temple on Songshan Mountain to pursue the study of advanced level of traditional Shaolin Kungfu with his Master Shi Dejian for three years straight. In the spring of 2009, he relocated to Zhejiang Province, where he teaches at Shaolin Wugulun Kung Fu Academy. Guo Junxian is now dedicated to maintaining and improving his advanced skills, while at the same time working with students to carry forward the valuable training knowledge that he has inherited. Professor Paul Wang, as a chief master, is now teaching meditation, insight calligraphy and mindfulness Taichi at the Live Zen Center of the China Culture Center. As an invited instructor, he also teaches Traditional Chinese thought for international programs at Capital Normal University and the Institute of Education. He has taught overseas students for over 10 years. His study and practice includes the principal classics of Confucius and Laozi, and three types of Buddhism meditation systems: South-east Asia Buddhism, Chinese Zen Buddhism and Tibetan Buddhism. Through continuous learning and practice, he gradually worked out a set of practical methods on mediation by combining these three systems. He gives Zen coaching and philosophical teaching tailored to personal differences and individual needs. He teaches students how to build links between Zen practice and daily life. What is Wugulun Kung Fu?
“Wugulun” is the name of a 19th century Shaolin monk who is believed to have been the last monk to fight his way out of Shaolin Temple against the 18 temple guardians. He left before the Temple was burned to ruins by a regional warlord in 1928. He taught his son, Wu Sanlin, who was then eventually invited back to the reconstructed Temple to teach the monks the lost secrets of Shaolin Kung Fu. Wugulun’s teaching is very ancient, placing less emphasis on pure physical development and sports while emphasizing more spiritual development incorporating breathing and developing internal energy resources. Rather than force students into a certain mold or paradigm, Wugulun works with the unique characteristics of each individual and thereby allows students to experience a deep personal cultivation. Students walk away knowing what is required to lead a Shaolin lifestyle, and understand what it takes to elevate their mind and body to a place where they will achieve mental purification and an enhanced quality of life. Location
Shaolin Wugulun Kung Fu Academy is located within Huijiao Zen Temple on Bailu Mountain in southwestern Zhejiang Province. With a history of almost one thousand years, the temple has been known for a long time as the number one Buddhist destination in the western part of the province. The setting is ideal for the study of martial arts. Though Songshan Shaolin Wugulun Kung Fu originates from the central plains of northern China where the distinguished Shaolin Temple is situated, we had the good fortune (one could even say that it was a pre-destined opportunity) of being able to establish our school in an outstanding location in the south of the country. The spot was carefully chosen to be in Huijiao Zen Temple on Bailu Mountain in Laxi City of Zhejiang Province. Lanxi is a reputed city with a long history and culture, known for gathering talented people. It is home to picturesque scenery, including the Underground Long River, an ideal place for what is known as “cave-cruising” – rafting along the river, in and out of various caves. There are several historical sites as well, such as Jiezi Garden, which is the former residence of the Qing Dynasty-era dramatist Liyu. Also nearby is the former residence of Miss Zhao, wife to the famous Chinese patriot Zhang Xueliang, who was an instrumental figure in forming a united front between the Kuomingtang and the Communists against the Japanese in the 1930s. The school is located within Huijiao Zen Temple, built during the Northern Song Dynasty (AD 1049-1053). With a history of almost one thousand years, the temple has been known for a long time as the number one Buddhist destination in western Zhejiang. The founder of the temple was Monk Shengxiu (圣修), who had the privileged opportunity to work closely with and learn from various well-known Masters, including Xuyun (虚云), Laiguo (来果) and Yuanying (圆瑛). Monk Shengxiu was also the disciple of the Eldership Benhuan (本焕), a leading authority on Zen. When Monk Shengxiu passed away, he left several important Buddhist relics behind, some of which are extremely rare. A stupa was built in his honor inside the temple, and the relics are placed inside. Bailu Mountain is abundant with greenery, including tall bamboos, camphor trees, and cherry bays. The old temple is not frequented by tourists, making the location an ideal place for practicing Zen and martial arts. Lanxi is located just 36 miles from Jinhua, an important economic town from which there is easy access by train to cities like Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou and Hangzhou. Lanxi is 71 miles from Yiwu Airport and 200 miles from Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport, both easy reached by bus. The Academy is nestled on Bailu Mountain, 15 miles from the urban area of Lanxi. It takes about 30 minutes to drive up the winding mountain road – far enough away from the city to act as a true retreat, yet not so far as to be inconvenient. We look forward to welcoming Kung Fu fans from home and abroad.
