An intensive Kung Fu Preparation (beginner level) course totalling 16 hours. If you are unable to attend all sessions, any unused classes will remain valid for one month after the course ends. warmups, traditional stances and Shaolin combat techniques, including padwork and application.

The course will end with a grading exam, offering you the chance to move up to the second level - Kung Fu Foundation.

The course is included in the monthly membership, can be paid per class or can be bought as a course for £230.

Every Tuesday and Thursday 8pm-9pm, March 3rd - April 24th.

Learn a revered Shaolin straight sword form that combines physical technique with Zen Buddhist philosophy. For people with at least 2 years experience with Kung Fu forms or weapons.

Saturdays 7th March - 28th March, 1.15-2.45pm (4 sessions total). £80 for members or £130 for non-members.

We will also run a catch-up workshop for part 1 of the form on Saturday 28th February, 1.15-3.15pm. This is £12 for members or £25 for non-members.

Join us every Saturday for a complimentary Ba Duan Jin Qigong session.

Time: 11:15am – 12:45pm

Ba Duan Jin is a traditional Shaolin internal practice that harmonises breath, movement, and intention.Through guided training, you will develop:

• Natural breathing and breath control

• Structural alignment and body awareness

• Internal strength and vitality

• Calm focus and mental clarity

This session is suitable for all levels — beginners welcome.

Donations are appreciated and help support the continuation of traditional Shaolin teaching.

Our Grandmaster Shi Yanzi’s version of classic Shaolin form Xiao Hong Quan, modified for more combat application. Learn it over 12 weeks every Wednesday from 7th January to 25th March 2026 7.30-9.00pm here at the temple.

Included in the monthly/yearly membership. Others can buy the whole course for £180 or pay per class.

Taught by Shifu Hengai (Roxana).

Taught in a course structure every Tuesday 6.30-8.00pm, 8 weeks on rotation. Includes meditation time.

Each week focuses on one part of the full sequence. Great for beginners and those who want to understand Qigong Ba Duan Jin in more detail.

Next rotation is 24th March to 12 May 2026.

Included in the membership or £119 when bought as a course. Can also pay per class.

12 lessons of Shaolin Kung Fu taught by Shifu Hengjiu (Akin), our Headteacher. Includes combat skills, traditional stancework and stamina training.

Every Saturday 10th Jan - 28th Mar 2026, 10am-11am.

£180 (£150 for concession) or pay per class.

10 lessons of Shaolin Kung Fu taught by Shifu Yanzi, our Grandmaster. Includes combat skills, traditional stancework and stamina training.

Saturdays 10th Jan - 28th Mar 2026, 10am-11am. With a break for half term - no class on 14th and 21st February.

£125 total or pay per class.

Two of the most basic, fundamental Shaolin forms combined in one course. Perfect for beginners!

Wu Bu Quan focuses on the basic stances of Shaolin Kung Fu, such as Ma Bu and Gung Bu.

Shi San Quan is the first form of the universal Duan Pin syllabus. It includes both a solo sequence and a partner/sparring sequence.

Every Saturday for 4 weeks: 17th January - 7th February 2026, 1.15pm - 2.30pm.

£100 for non-members, £50 if you have the monthly/yearly membership.

A classic Shaolin Kung Fu fist form that emphasises long-range attacks. Learn it across 10 weeks every Wednesday from 8th April to 10th June 2026, 7.30-9.00pm.

Contact us for more details.

Learn how to use a long (6ft) staff/stick with this weapon form! Shaolin fighting is largely based on weapons, so it’s vital to learn both weapon and fist forms.

The total course will be 10 weeks with a break in between. Wednesdays at 7.30-9.00pm.

Part 1 - 6 weeks (24th June - 29th July 2026)

Part 2 - 4 weeks (2nd - 23rd September 2026)

A weapon form utilising a short (5ft) stick. One of Shifu Yanzi’s specialties. Learn it across 8 weeks every Wednesday from 7th October to 25th November 2026, 7.30-9.00pm.

Contact us for more details.

Shaolin Temple UK hosts Kentish Town Karate Academy every Thursday, 5.00-6.00pm.

Taught by Sensei Rami, these classes are for both adults and children. They are separate from our own membership and syllabus.

For details, contact Sensei Rami at info@kentishtownkarate.com or 07956514662.

We also host Gongfree’s sound bath sessions here at the temple. These run every 2 Fridays from 7.30-9.00pm and are not part of our membership or syllabus.

For more information, contact Jo at jo@gongfree.com or 00447973353815.