Shaolin martial arts is over 1500 years old, it was practiced by monks in the Hunan mountain area of China. Shaolin means Little Forest. The Shaolin monks believed that in order to obtain great mental discipline, that physical discipline was essential. Over the 1500 years this system of animal movement was developed and refined. Shaolin training and self defense has been and is used by professional athlete's, federal, state, and local law enforcement. In addition, many of the exercise techniques are utilized for physical rehab. The health benefits are unparalleled. Shaolin today is one, if not the most sought out martial arts in the world. Our martial arts programs include traditional kung fu animal forms and self defense classes
The Portsmouth, NH studio offers professional kung fu instruction to adults, teens, and children in a clean, safe environment. Character development programs have been created with the supervision of the Yale Child Center. This is the only martial arts studio sanctioned by the Shaolin Temple in China to teach their art in the United States. All full-time instructors are black belts plus have completed a 2-year instructor's academy. We are trained and internationally certified by the Shaolin Temple in China, to teach their art. Shaolin is for everyone! It is for an individual who just wants to receive the benefits of optimal health, an increase in energy, improved circulation, weight loss, or even greatly reduce stress and overall well being. You will gain all of these benefits through the study of the Shaolin five animal forms, Shaolin exercises, and Chi Gung training. Proudly serving the greater Portsmouth, NH area! Let us teach you self defense! Please call to get our class schedule. Trying a class with us is at no charge. We want you to experience our environment. You’ll see how right it is for you and your family.