Shaolin Culture Workshops 2026

Authentic Shaolin Training, Tai Chi & Traditional Chinese Culture in Southampton

Date: 27th & 28th June 2026

Time: 10:00 – 17:00

Location: UK Shaolin Centre Southampton.

Experience Real Shaolin Culture

This is a rare opportunity to train directly with authentic 34th Generation Shaolin masters from the Shaolin Temple, China, and experience traditional Chinese culture in its most practical and living form.

Far more than a workshop, this immersive two days experience combines traditional Shaolin training, Tai Chi, Chinese healing arts, and cultural practice, designed to strengthen your body, sharpen your focus, and restore your internal balance.

Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced practitioner, this workshop offers an inspiring and authentic introduction to the wisdom, discipline, and energy of Shaolin culture.

Workshop Programme

Shaolin Traditional Training

Train your body, mind, and spirit using authentic Shaolin traditional training methods passed down through generations. Experience classic conditioning techniques, including the use of traditional wooden posts for leg, arm, body conditioning, balance, and coordination training, as well as traditional Shaolin core strengthening exercises and endurance training methods.

Develop strength, stamina, discipline, focus, coordination, and internal energy while learning how Shaolin practice combines physical training with mental concentration to improve both body and mind.

Suitable for all fitness levels, this training helps build confidence, motivation, resilience, and self discipline.

Shaolin Five Animals Kung Fu

Study one of the most famous systems in Shaolin Kung Fu the Five Animals

Inspired by the movements and spirit of the tiger, crane, mantis, snake, and dragon, this traditional training develops agility, balance, flexibility, coordination, power, and martial awareness while introducing the deeper philosophy behind Shaolin martial arts.

Chen Tai Chi Quan 13

Learn Chen Tai Chi Quan 13, a traditional Tai Chi form ideal for beginners and highly beneficial for those wishing to improve their Tai Chi foundations.

This practice helps improve relaxation, posture, breathing, balance, coordination, concentration, and internal energy while promoting calmness and wellbeing.

Chinese Tuina Introduction

Receive an introduction to Tuina, a traditional Chinese therapeutic massage system used for centuries to support health, recovery, relaxation, and energy balance.

Participants will learn basic principles and practical techniques that can help release tension and improve wellbeing.

Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony

Take part in a beautiful and authentic Chinese tea ceremony led by experienced Shaolin practitioners.

More than simply drinking tea, the tea ceremony reflects mindfulness, respect, harmony, and inner peace. Participants will experience the elegance and philosophy of traditional Chinese tea culture in a calm and welcoming environment.

Certificate of Completion

All participants will receive a certificate recognising their participation in the Shaolin Culture Workshop.

Celebration Meal

All participants attending the workshops are invited to join a special celebration meal after the course, an opportunity to relax, connect, and share the experience together.

The celebration meal is included for participants booking the full two day workshop.

Please note: the one day course does not include the celebration meal. Participants attending for one day are welcome to join the meal for an additional cost of £39.

Meet Your Teachers

Yanmin Chen

Yanmin Chen (Shi Yan Ming)

34th Generation Shaolin Warrior Monk

A highly experienced Shaolin master dedicated to sharing authentic Shaolin culture, martial arts, and traditional training methods internationally. Read more

Yanmin Chen

Defeng Chen (Shi Yanling)

34th Generation Shaolin Warrior Monk

An experienced Shaolin teacher specialising in traditional Shaolin culture, Shaolin training, and Chinese tea ceremony practice. Read More

Yanmin Chen

Martine Niven (Chen Miao Shan)

35th Generation Shaolin Warrior

A fully qualified Tuina practitioner and experienced Shaolin teacher specialising in Chinese therapeutic massage and traditional Shaolin practice. Read More

Pricing

£256 for 2 Days

Includes:

  • Full two-day programme
  • Traditional Chinese tea ceremony
  • Refreshments
  • Certificate of full workshop completion
  • Celebration meal

£160 per day

Includes:

  • Full training programme
  • Traditional Chinese tea ceremony
  • Refreshments (tea & coffee)
  • Certificate of completion for the day

Reserve Your Place Today

Experience authentic Shaolin culture, traditional training, and Chinese healing arts in a welcoming and inspiring environment at the UK Shaolin Centre, Southampton.

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Celebration Meal

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After you submit your booking form, you will be redirected to the payment page to complete your booking.

Once payment has been successfully received, we will send you a confirmation email with your booking details.

Please note that we are unable to secure your place without payment.

If you have any questions or require assistance, please feel free to contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions

No experience is necessary. The workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as experienced martial artists and Tai Chi practitioners.

Please wear comfortable training clothes suitable for movement and exercise. Trainers or flat indoor training shoes are recommended.

Yes. You may book either a single day or the full two-day workshop.

The celebration meal is included with the two-day booking package.
Participants attending for one day are welcome to join the meal for an additional cost of £39.

You will experience authentic Shaolin traditional training, Shaolin Five Animals Kung Fu, Chen Tai Chi Quan 13, Chinese tea ceremony culture, and an introduction to Chinese Tuina massage.

Yes. All participants will receive a certificate of completion for the workshop or training day attended.

The workshop is designed to suit different fitness levels. Training can be adapted where needed, and participants are encouraged to work at their own pace.

Tuina is a traditional Chinese therapeutic massage system used to support relaxation, recovery, circulation, and overall wellbeing.

The workshop is taught by authentic 34th and 35th Generation Shaolin practitioners with many years of teaching and training experience in Shaolin culture, martial arts, Tai Chi, and Chinese healing arts.

How do I book my place?
You can reserve your place by contacting the UK Shaolin Centre directly or through the booking link on this page. Early booking is strongly recommended as places are limited.