Shaolin Temple UK

The Official Home of Shaolin Buddhism & Kung Fu in the UK

Built on the grounds of an old London Underground Depot, Shaolin Temple UK have built it up from a derelict site into a beautiful training and community area.
The temple is dedicated to promoting Kung Fu-Ch’an, Qi Gong and Ch’an Buddhism but we teach a lot more! We emphasize balanced training in both external and internal martial arts. We wish to guide you towards a healthier, more fulfilling and peaceful daily living.

  • Meditation room in the Shaolin temple uk

    Buddha Hall

    This quiet space is usually reserved for those who want to spend some time alone to meditate and contemplate . Ch’an Buddhism classes can also take place here. This hall was ordained by Abbot of the Shaolin Temple

  • Main training hall in uk Shaolin temple uk

    Chan Hall

    The Chan Hall has soft matting and is usually used for Meditation and Qigong, Preparation and Forms classes. It is a 8m x 15m space. Strictly no shoes allowed inside.

  • Boxing ring at the Shaolin Temple uk

    Fist Hall

    The Fist Hall has a full size training ring, a row of over 10 punch and kick bags, rubber posts and other training equipment to help you become a better fighter.

  • Group of six men in traditional black martial arts uniforms standing in front of a building with Asian architectural features and a black sign with gold Chinese characters, next to a window and plants.

    Our Teachers

    Our students train with professional Shaolin Shifu masters. Our Shaolin Shifu masters are warrior Shaolin monks are taught by highly skilled, top masters with many years of teaching experience. Our Shaolin masters’ names are reserved in a traditional Shaolin temple list. In order to maintain high kung fu training standards and performance, our Shaolin Temple reviews the masters skills annually.

  • Martial arts training in a dojo with a man practicing a technique on a younger man while others observe.

    Our Classes

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  • People meditating in a dimly lit yoga studio, sitting cross-legged on mats.

    Shaolin Medicine

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