It seems odd to some outsiders to hear about tough, physically-oriented martial artists sitting in meditation and focusing on such things as breath control and mindfulness. But at South Winnipeg Kung Fu Temple, the foundation for learning is the same as at the famous Chinese Shaolin Temple, and addresses the needs of the individual as a whole on the level of mind, body and spirit.
One of the biggest differences between South Winnipeg Kung Fu Temple and other approaches to martial arts instruction is the one-on-one individual approach. Each student learns in private lessons from professional, full-time martial arts instructors who custom-tailor classes to fit the abilities and needs of the individual student. Those students who learn in private sessions progress about two-thirds faster than those who learn in groups. And they invariably feel more motivation to continue the instruction, too.
South Winnipeg Kung Fu Temple is one of over a dozen martial arts academies that are part of a large system spanning the United States and Canada. All the Temple Kung Fu schools in this system use the same fundamental Shaolin approach to teaching and abide by the same principles.
The system taught at South Winnipeg Kung Fu is the same blend of northern and southern Chinese styles as the system taught in the Shaolin Temple. It combines the five animals, Dragon, Tiger, Snake, Crane and Leopard.
The time-honored ancient ways that have survived over centuries are still living today at South Winnipeg Kung Fu Temple. Body, mind and spirit are honed for maximum outer power, flexibility and fitness and ultimate inner peace, focus and mindfulness.
The result is a self-confident human being who understands what balance and energy are, and how to use them appropriately for situations of threat and stress, as well as loving kindness and health. That's holistic Kung Fu.
