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  • 10 Training Sessions

    A complete training programme using Master Yan Xin’s unique method (incorporating the key characteristics of traditional Shaolin Temple training with Master Yan Xin’s own training system) to bring out the best kung fu warrior in you

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    Over 2 hours 40min+ content rich video training sessions Easy-to-follow, Step-by-step instructions Bite sizes video training sessions

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  • Carter Grey

    “Fantastic foundation for anyone wishing to learn traditional Shaolin Kung Fu”

    “Fantastic foundation for anyone wishing to learn traditional Shaolin Kung Fu”

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  • Joanna Kelly

    “This course is as close to one to one training as you will get. It covers the essential stances at a pace that is ideal for beginners, and moves on to a more challenging workout for the more experienced. I would definitely recommend doing this cou...”

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    “This course is as close to one to one training as you will get. It covers the essential stances at a pace that is ideal for beginners, and moves on to a more challenging workout for the more experienced. I would definitely recommend doing this course to complement actual kung fu classes. Thankyou Shifu Yan Xin. ”

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  • Stevie Bradshaw

    “Excellent! Learnt so much! Loved it! ”

    “Excellent! Learnt so much! Loved it! ”

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Key Features:

  • Suitable for all Levels

  • Learn and train in-depth the 5 Fundamental stances of Shaolin, Ma Bu (Horse Stance), Gong Bu (Bow Stance), Pu Bu (Crouch Stance), Xie Bu (Twist Stance), Xu Bu (Cat Stance).

  • This course will help you build the strong foundations required to master Shaolin Kung Fu and Qi Gong training.

Course curriculum

  • 01
    Introduction
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  • 02
    Preparation
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    • Warm - Up
  • 03
    Training Sessions
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    • 1. Ma Bu | Horse Stance
    • 2. Gong Bu | Bow Stance
    • 3. Pu Bu | Crouch Stance
    • 4. Xie Bu | Cross Stance
    • 5. Xu Bu | Cat Stance
    • 6. Ding Bu | Nail Stance
  • 04
    Full Training Workout
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    • 5 Stances - Full Training Workout
  • 05
    Bonus Workout Challenge
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    • 5 Stances - Bonus Workout Challenge
  • 06
    Completion
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    • Well Done!
    • What Next

About the Course

Shaolin Foundation Stances

Stance training is one of the most important training in kung fu, it is the very core foundation to everything in kung fu. Strong kung fu comes from strong foundations.

In this Shaolin Foundation Stances course Master Yan Xin will share with us his unique insightof Shaolin Foundation Stances training from his lifetime of training and teaching of kung fu. Master Yan Xin will share with us his secret to solid stance training, you will not just follow the movements; he will take you step-by-step from:

  • Learning and understanding the stances
  • How to do the stances like a true kung fu warrior (a lot of emphasis is placed on precision of the stances postures)
  • Understanding the application of the stances
  • Training the Stances using Master Yan Xin’s unique method (incorporating the key characteristics of traditional Shaolin Temple training with Master Yan Xin’s own training system to bring out the best kung fu warrior in you)


Once completed this course you will be ready to take on further kung fu training such as  Shaolin Staff Foundation, Lian Huan Quan, Tong Bei Quan, Yin Shou Gun and beyond.

Who is the course suitable for:

This course is suitable for all levels and abilities. The in-depth step-by-step instructions will enable anyone to start training the Shaolin Stance Foundations. It will also help advanced kung fu practitioners enhance their foundation training, taking their kung fu skills in to the next level. The stance training is one of the hardest training in kung fu, so be prepared for some intense but rewarding training.

How is the course presented:

Master Yan Xin uses a very personal approach throughout the course; you will find he is training with you every step of the way, directing you with clear instructions, so it’s very much like having a private training session with Master Yan Xin.

Preparation Courses

To get the best out of your training, it is recommended you complete the following courses first