Shaolin Monk Martial Arts is a reputable sports club located in Sydney, Australia. The club is dedicated to preserving the teachings of Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu and upholding the pure lineage from 30th Generation Grand Master Shi SuXi - Great Master Shi DeFon - Master Brett Xing Wu Russell.
The philosophy of Shaolin Monk Martial Arts revolves around four main aspects: Kung Fu, Tai Chi and Chi Kung (Qi Gong), and Meditation. These four aspects make up the essence of Shaolin: Chan. Chan is a philosophy that seeks to cultivate the body, mind, and spirit to become a better person for themselves and others. Training in the ways of Shaolin can be described as action meditation, seeking enlightenment through experience of movement and action.
A famous Chan saying represents the union between body and mind: Chan Quan Yi Ti [Chan Fist One Body]. This means that Chan and martial arts are one and are part of your spirit. Martial arts is used to master Chan and become enlightened.
The club has various media platforms, including a Vimeo site and a Facebook page, where members and interested individuals can find more information and videos showcasing Shaolin Monk Martial Arts. The club also organises demonstrations of Tai Chi, Kung Fu, and weapons, followed by Q&A sessions. These events are held at various venues, such as the Chinese Garden of Friendship in Darling Harbour.
Shaolin Monk Martial Arts has 13 schools located throughout Australia, including locations in Adelaide, Merrylands, East Sydney, Liverpool, and Coogee, among others. Additionally, there is a school located in Munich, Germany. The club provides a map on their website for easy location reference.
The lineage of Shaolin Monk Martial Arts is significant, with the 30th Generation Grand Master Shi SuXi being the ex-president of the Shaolin Temple and one of the last monks of the elder generations. He devoted 70 years of his life to the Shaolin Temple and played a crucial role in preserving the traditions of Shaolin. The 31st Generation Great Master Shi DeFon, who trained under the guidance of Grand Master Shi SuXi, has continued the legacy of Shaolin Kung Fu. He furthered his skills in Shaolin Kung Fu and Shaolin Medicine under the guidance of Shi SuYun.
Great Master DeFon comes from a rich family history in Kung Fu, with his grandfather and great-grandfather both being Shaolin fighting monks.
Shaolin Monk Martial Arts – Liverpool welcomes individuals who are interested in traditional Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Meditation, and Chan philosophy. The club provides a welcoming and nurturing environment for individuals to explore and develop their martial arts skills, as well as to cultivate peace, stillness, and happiness within themselves. Come join us on this incredible journey of self-discovery and mastery of Shaolin teachings.