Awaken the Shaolin Within:
The Transformational Retreat for Strength,
Clarity, and Inner Power.
16th to 23rd of September, 2026
Master the Flow and Power of the Fan
Most people train techniques. A few follow a path that transforms them. In the mountains of Bulgaria, Shifu Shi Yanjun shares the living tradition of the Chinese martial fan, combining the flowing wisdom of Taiji Fan with the precision and power of Shaolin Kung Fu Fan.
This is more than training. It is an experience that awakens the balance of Yin and Yang in your movement, mind, and presence.
During several days of focused practice, you will explore:
- Grace and power
- Softness and precision
- Stillness and explosive action
Through this balance, the warrior within begins to emerge.
The retreat is open to practitioners of all levels who wish to deepen their martial awareness and discipline. Places are limited to maintain the quality of training and direct guidance from the Shifu.
If you feel the call, this experience awaits you.
Why This Retreat Is Rare
Some trainings teach techniques. Others transmit lineage.
This immersion is rare because Shifu Shi Yanjun travels specifically to guide the training, offering direct instruction in both Taiji Fan and Shaolin Kung Fu Fan, two arts that reflect the balance of Yin and Yang.
Opportunities to study these disciplines together under authentic guidance are uncommon.
To preserve the depth of the experience and allow close interaction with the Shifu, participation is limited to a small group.
The result is not a crowded seminar, but a focused environment where learning becomes personal, precise, and transformative.
For many who attend, it becomes more than a retreat. It marks a meaningful moment in their martial journey.
Who This Retreat Is For
This retreat welcomes practitioners who feel the call to deepen their practice and expand their martial understanding.
You may resonate strongly with this experience if you:
- Practice Kung Fu, Taiji, Qigong, or internal martial arts
- Are curious to explore the art and discipline of the Chinese martial fan
- Value authentic lineage and direct transmission
- Wish to balance internal flow with martial precision
- Seek a focused environment to refine body awareness, coordination, and presence
Whether you are continuing a long martial journey or opening a new chapter in your practice, this immersion offers a space to train with clarity, discipline, and purpose.
What You Will Become After the Retreat
Beyond learning forms and techniques, this experience invites a deeper transformation. Through the practice of Taiji Fan and Shaolin Kung Fu Fan, you will begin to cultivate a new relationship with movement, awareness, and martial expression. You may leave the retreat with:
A deeper understanding of the dynamic balance of Yin and Yang
Greater fluidity, coordination, and structural awareness
The ability to express both soft internal flow and decisive martial power
Renewed discipline and inspiration in your martial path
A connection to a lineage and community of practitioners who share your dedication
Most importantly, you will leave having stepped further into the identity of a balanced martial practitioner — one who can embody both calm presence and powerful action.
What You’ll Learn
Comprehensive Shaolin Martial Arts Training
This retreat offers an immersive experience in traditional Shaolin practices, fostering growth in every aspect of life.
Shaolin Fan
It is a beautiful traditional Shaolin weapon practice that unites strength, rhythm, and artistic expression. Gain:
- Improved agility and reflexes.
- Focus and mindfulness
- Martial expression and power
Qigong and Conditioning
Discover the powerful benefits of these ancient energy-cultivating practices:
- Strengthen bones and tendons through Hard Qigong.
- Improve balance, focus, and vitality with meditative Qigong movements.
- Harness your inner energy (Qi) for everyday strength.
Taiji Fan
Practicing Taiji Fan helps cultivate calmness, coordination, and graceful strength through slow, flowing movements that harmonize body and mind.
- Calm mind and inner balance
- Improve flexibility and coordination
- Develop graceful strength and flow
Each of these disciplines will help you build a strong foundation in martial arts while balancing inner and outer strength.
What to Expect at the Retreat
Every day is structured to balance intensive training with reflection and rest:
- 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM: Early Morning Training (Qigong & Meditation).
- 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Morning Kung Fu Training
- 1.00 PM Swimming & Relaxation
- 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Afternoon Kung Fu Training (Weapons, Applications, Combat).
- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Lecture with Shifu Yanjun.
Training sessions are tailored to all experience levels, from beginner to advanced.
Your retreat package is all-inclusive with:
- Seven nights accommodation
- Three meals per day (meat, vegetarian, vegan)
- All Retreats training sessions & classes
- Swimming Pool with natural mineral water
- T-shirt for training
- Free Wifi
- Arrival & Departure Transportation
- Personal & Leisure Expenses
- Travel Insurance
- Snacks
- Flights
- More than 60 days before arrival – refund of the remaining balance (50%)
- 45–60 days before arrival – 50% refund of the remaining balance
- Less than 30 days before arrival or no-show – no refund
Note: Travel expenses and personal costs are not included.
Shifu Shi Yanjun
Shifu Shi Yanjun is a 34th generation Shaolin warrior monk, trained within the legendary Shaolin Temple tradition in China. From a young age he dedicated his life to the disciplined study of martial arts, internal cultivation, and the transmission of authentic Shaolin teachings.
His training encompasses traditional Shaolin Kung Fu, weapons forms, Taiji, and internal practices, combining powerful external expression with deep internal awareness.
What distinguishes Shifu Shi Yanjun is not only his mastery of technique, but his ability to transmit the spirit and philosophy behind the movements. Under his guidance, practice becomes more than physical training — it becomes a path of discipline, presence, and personal transformation.
During this retreat, participants will have the rare opportunity to learn directly from the source, receiving detailed instruction in both Shaolin Kung Fu Fan and Taiji Fan, and experiencing the balance of Yang power and Yin flow that defines the deeper art of the martial fan.
For many practitioners, training with a Shaolin master is not simply a lesson —
it is an encounter with a living lineage that spans centuries.
Shifu Shi Yanjun
Shifu Shi Yanjun is a 34th generation Shaolin warrior monk, trained within the legendary Shaolin Temple tradition in China. From a young age he dedicated his life to the disciplined study of martial arts, internal cultivation, and the transmission of authentic Shaolin teachings.
His training encompasses traditional Shaolin Kung Fu, weapons forms, Taiji, and internal practices, combining powerful external expression with deep internal awareness.
What distinguishes Shifu Shi Yanjun is not only his mastery of technique, but his ability to transmit the spirit and philosophy behind the movements. Under his guidance, practice becomes more than physical training — it becomes a path of discipline, presence, and personal transformation.
During this retreat, participants will have the rare opportunity to learn directly from the source, receiving detailed instruction in both Shaolin Kung Fu Fan and Taiji Fan, and experiencing the balance of Yang power and Yin flow that defines the deeper art of the martial fan.
For many practitioners, training with a Shaolin master is not simply a lesson —
it is an encounter with a living lineage that spans centuries.
Our Team
Shi Yanbo
Shifu Shi Yanbo is a 34th-Generation Shaolin Disciple from the Songshan Shaolin Temple and a 17th-Generation Meihua Quan Disciple under Grandmaster Han Baiguang. She holds advanced Wushu coaching and referee credentials and serves as Vice-President of the International Meihua Quan Federation and the International Shaolin Wushu Federation. Dedicated to sharing authentic Shaolin wisdom worldwide, Shifu Shi Yanbo combines deep tradition with a modern, global perspective.
Shi Hengyong
Shi Hengyong (Zachos) is a 35th-Generation Shaolin Disciple of Shifu Yanjun and a dedicated practitioner of the Shaolin tradition. He began training in martial arts at the age of six, practicing Taekwondo and later Kung Fu, receiving several gold medals in professional competitions. After graduating from Sports University, he continued to deepen his path in martial arts and teaching. In 2024, he founded his Kung Fu school in Greece sharing traditional training and discipline with his students. In Bulgaria, Shi Hengyong will humbly assist in guiding participants in Shaolin practice, supporting the cultivation of strength, and focus through daily training.
Georgi Milev
Training Environment and Accommodations
- Location:
Barzia Mountain Hotel Complex in Bulgaria’s stunning Balkan Mountains. - Facilities:
Outdoor practice areas, an indoor training hall, and swimming pools. - Accommodations:
Choose from private or shared rooms, providing ultimate comfort. - Meals:
Fresh, nourishing meals prepared each day to energize you.
Retreat Packages
Limited Spots Available – Book Today!
Train with a true Shaolin master. Build your strength. Achieve focus. Transform your life.
| Package | Early Bird Price (March 15 - May 14) | Regular Price (May 15 - July 31) | Late Price (August 1 - Close) | Includes |
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| Standard Room 2 Person Sharing | £1,180 | £1,398 | £1,600 |
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| Delux Room (Single Room) 1 Person | £1,430 | £1,660 | £1,860 |
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| Train with a true Shaolin master. Build your strength. Achieve focus. Transform your life. | ||||
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Who can attend the Yin - Yang Warrior Experience?
What kind of training is included?
The retreat covers a variety of traditional disciplines, including:
- Shaolin Fan develops power, speed, precision, coordination, and martial spirit, expressing theYang energythat complements the softer Yin qualities of Taiji Fan.
- Qigong & Conditioning is essential in martial arts because it prepares the body and mind to develop power, resilience, and internal balance safely and effectively.
- Taiji Fan requires a combination of internal cultivation, precise form practice, coordination, martial understanding, and mindful awareness.
Do I need previous martial arts experience?
Where is the retreat located?
What type of accommodations are provided?
Guests can choose between:
- Shared Double Rooms for two people.
- Single Deluxe Rooms for individual accommodations.
- Both options include comfortable furnishings, private bathrooms, and access to the hotel’s facilities.
What meals are included?
What should I bring to the retreat?
How do I book my spot?
You can reserve your place by completing the online booking form and paying a 50% non-refundable deposit. Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended.
What is the cancellation policy?
What health or fitness requirements should I consider?
Will there be time to relax?
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