A Once-in-a-Lifetime Journey: Transform Your Mind, Body, & Spirit
Limited to 20 Participants Only – Secure Your Spot Before It’s Gone!
Early Bird Ends September 15th, 2025
Why This Retreat Will Change Your Life
Imagine waking up to the sound of temple bells, training with a 34th-Generation Shaolin Warrior Monk, and immersing yourself in the ancient wisdom of Shaolin Kung Fu, Qigong, and Traditional Chinese Medicine. This is more than a retreat—it’s a transformation.
This is your chance to experience the authentic Shaolin way of life, celebrate the sacred Mid-Autumn Festival with the monks, and reconnect with your true self in the serene mountains of Anhui Province.
- Train with Masters: Learn from Shifu Shi Yanjun, a 34th-Generation Shaolin Warrior Monk.
- Exclusive Access: Only 20 participants allowed for personalized guidance.
- Cultural Immersion: Live, eat, and train alongside the monks in the sacred Erzu Temple.
- Transform Your Life: Build strength, find inner peace, and gain clarity like never before.
Step Into the Shaolin Path: A Journey Like No Other
This retreat is designed to meet you where you are—whether you’re a beginner or an experienced martial artist. Each day is carefully crafted to challenge your body, calm your mind, and awaken your spirit.
Daily Kung Fu & Qigong Training
Awaken your energy and build strength with Shaolin Five Animals Qigong and Meihua Quan.
Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration
Experience the magic of this sacred festival in the heart of the temple.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Learn holistic healing techniques to balance your energy and promote vitality.
Daily Meditation & Mindfulness
Find inner peace in the tranquil meditation hall, guided by experienced monks.
Temple Life Immersion
Participate in Buddhist ceremonies, enjoy nourishing vegan meals, and live in harmony with the monks.
Only 20 Spots Available – Don’t Wait!
This retreat is intentionally limited to 20 participants to ensure a deeply personal and transformative experience. Spots are filling fast, and once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Early bird pricing ends September 15th, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to save and secure your place in this life-changing journey.
What Past Participants Are Saying
This retreat is designed for spiritual seekers, martial arts enthusiasts, and mindful travelers ready for a deep, transformative experience.
Your 7-Day Immersion at Erzu Temple
Each day is designed to help you grow stronger, calmer, and more connected. Here’s a glimpse of what your week will look like:
Day 1: Arrival & Welcome
Arrival at the Temple location
Settle in and explore the Temple surroundings
Dinner time 16:30
Orientation with the group
Day 2: Celebrating and preparing for the Mid-Autumn Festival
Day 3-7: Full Training days
05:00 – 6:00: Early Buddhist Ceremony
06:10: Breakfast
8:30 – 10:30: Morning Kung Fu Training
10:50: Lunch
13:30–15:00: Afternoon Kung Ku Training
15:00–16:00: Traditional Chinese Medicine
16:30: Dinner
18:00 – 19.30: Meditation in the Meditation Hall
20:50: The drums and bell ceremony
Day 8: Closing & Departure day
Final early morning training
Graduation and Certification presentation
check out & Depart
*Disclaimer: This is just a sample schedule. Your weekly schedule will be determined based on your body quality, fitness level, experience, martial arts skill level, age, and interests. The timetable changes depending on the weather and seasons.
your investment
Shared Room
Features
- 7 days of immersive Kung Fu training & Meditation
- 5 Sessions of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Tea Ceremony & Lectures
- Guidance from Shifu Shi Yanjun, 34th-Generation Shaolin monk
- Accommodation in the Temple
- 3 nourishing, freshly prepared meals per day
- T-shirt, trousers and Monk robe
Payment Option
To secure your place in the retreat at Erzu Temple, we offer the following payment options:
1. Initial Deposit:
- A non-refundable deposit of 50% of the total retreat cost is required to confirm your booking.
- This deposit guarantees your place and allows us to finalise arrangements for your stay.
- Payment methods accepted for the deposit: Stripe
Important Information Regarding the Deposit:
- Non-Refundable: Please note that the 50% deposit is non-refundable. This policy is in place due to the costs associated with securing your spot and making necessary arrangements.
- Transferable: We understand that unforeseen circumstances may arise. Therefore, the deposit is transferable to a friend or family member who meets the retreat requirements. To transfer your deposit, please notify us in writing via email at info@shaolintemple.com at least 15 days before the retreat start date with the name and contact information of the person to whom you wish to transfer your booking.
2. Final Payment:
- The remaining 50% of the total retreat cost is due upon arrival at Erzu Temple.
- Payment Method: The final payment must be in cash (Chinese Yuan – CNY or USD, Euros, British Pounds).
- Please ensure you have the correct amount prepared before your arrival.
Terms & Conditions
- By making the initial deposit, you agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this payment plan and the retreat registration form.
- Failure to pay the final balance in cash upon arrival may result in cancelling your participation in the retreat.
lead teacher
Shifu Shi Yanjun
34th Generation Shaolin Warrior Monk and 17th Generation Inheritor of Meihua Quan
shi xingdu
erzu temple abbot
shi hengyi
traditional chinese medicine doctor
Shi Yanbo
Retreat Manager & Interpreter
this retreat is for you if
This retreat is designed for spiritual seekers, martial arts enthusiasts, and mindful travelers ready for a deep, transformative experience.
It’s yours if:
You’re stressed or disconnected and searching for peace, clarity, and harmony.
You’re interested in Buddhism and meditation, maybe a novice or further along the way.
You’re interested in authentic Chinese martial arts such as Shaolin Kung Fu, Qigong, or Five Animal Practice and wish to practice in their natural habitat.
You’re looking for a life-altering timeout—to push your body, sharpen your mind, and enliven your spirit.
You appreciate cultural richness and wish to live life in the midst of a true Shaolin temple during a sacred period such as the Mid-Autumn Festival.
You’re content to live simply and as part of a community, and you regard tradition, self-control, and the ancient wisdom of approaches as most esteemed.
You’re physically capable and prepared to be in daily movement, breathing, and mindfulness practice.
If this speaks to you, this is more than a retreat—it’s your way forward.
Take your first step on the Shaolin path today
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Step-by-Step Booking Process
Note:
- Late registrations may not be considered.
- Don’t hesitate to contact us at info@shaolintemple.com if you have any questions or require assistance booking.
Erzu's Legacy
Review Program Details: Please carefully review all program details, including dates, curriculum, costs, and accommodation options, to ensure they align with your goals and expectations.
Complete and Submit the Registration Form: Please complete the registration form accurately and thoroughly, ensuring all information is correct and current. Then, click the “Submit Your Registration” button to submit the form.
Receive Confirmation: You will receive an email confirmation of your registration within two business days.
Await Approval: The program leader, Shifu Shi Yanjun, will review your registration and notify you of the decision within two business days.
Pay the Program Fee (upon acceptance): You will receive instructions on how to pay the down payment. This payment is non-refundable but transferable to a friend if you cannot attend the program.
Confirm your participation: Once the program down payment is paid, your participation is confirmed, and you will receive detailed information, including accommodation details, travel instructions, visa application, and a packing list.
Planning Your Trip to China
Travel by air
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport, Q6G6+JXW, Huangpi District, Wuhan, Hubei, China, 430302: 215 km (2h and 37 min)
Travel by train:
Check for train connections to Yuexi Railway Station (岳西站) (60 km – 1h journey). High-speed trains may not go directly to Yuexi; you might need to transfer at a larger city like Hefei or Anqing. Use a website like Trip.com or China Railway’s official website (www.12306.cn) to check train schedules and book tickets.
Travel by Taxi:
Negotiate the fare beforehand or ensure the taxi meter is running. Show the driver the Chinese name and address: “安徽省岳西县店前镇司空山景区” (Ānhuī Shěng Yuèxī Xiàn Diànqián Zhèn Sīkōng Shān Jǐngqū).
Travel by Didi (滴滴):
Didi is China’s ride-hailing app. You can use Didi to book a ride if you have a Chinese phone number and WeChat/Alipay set up for payment.The airports to choose from are: