Kent Kung Fu Temple -- a Holistic Approach
When it comes to Kung Fu and the martial arts, relaxing and focusing are not mutually exclusive. As a matter of fact, it takes exactly these two qualities in combination to make a master. Kent Kung Fu recognizes this age-old truth and teaches accordingly.
The "holistic" approach is nothing new. In the ancient Shaolin Temple, this approach was the cornerstone, indeed, the point, of all teachings. The person as a whole was brought along a carefully-ordered path with patience and broad understanding, to bring out the very essence of their strength of mind, body and spirit.
Kent Kung Fu continues this time-honored path. All the many and varied physical techniques necessary to make a good Kung Fu system are patiently taught in one-on-one classes, at a rate tailored to each student. And relaxation, Chinese Yoga and breathing techniques are taught at Kent Kung Fu Temple as well as the physical practices so important to make a good practitioner.
The combination of the physical and the mental creates a spiritual whole. Kent Kung Fu has a goal of enhancing each student's ability to draw on their most basic energy--their Chi--to drive their every thought and action. Ultimately, that's what the true Way of the Warrior, and real Kung Fu, are all about.
In the special martial arts academy at Kent Kung Fu Temple, students study the ancient Shaolin Temple system, combining the five animals, the Dragon, Tiger, Snake, Crane and Leopard. The curriculum is described as a blend of northern and southern Chinese Kung Fu styles. The same well-established program is taught in several Kung Fu temples across the United States and in Canada, as part of a well-developed, interlocking system.
Training methods and philosophy in the Kung Fu martial arts academies belonging to this system all follow the ancient traditions developed by the famous and revered Shaolin Temple. And energy and balance in all things are the goals.
