Shaolin Temple — Living Kung Fu

Learn Qigong & Traditional Chinese Medicine Online — Restore Balance, Energy and Calm

An online Qigong course rooted in Shaolin tradition, guided by Shifu Shi Yanjun. Gentle movement, breathwork, meditation and the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine — at your own pace, from the comfort of home.

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qì, the character for vital energy

Ancient Shaolin Wellness, Made Practical for Modern Life

The Holistic Wellness Path is a structured online program that brings together Qigong, meditation and the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to nurture body, mind and spirit.

Qigong is the Chinese art of cultivating Qi — your vital energy — through slow, coordinated movement, breathing and focused attention. Practised regularly, it supports vitality, flexibility and a calmer nervous system. On this path you’ll learn not only how to practise, but why each exercise works, through the lens of Yin and Yang and classical Chinese medicine.

Three Foundations of Lasting Wellbeing

Movement, theory and stillness — taught together, the way they have been practised in Chinese tradition for centuries.

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qì, vital energy

Qigong & energy work

Breath, posture and flowing movement to cultivate Qi, release tension and build gentle, lasting strength.

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yī, medicine

Traditional Chinese Medicine

Qi, meridians, Yin-Yang and the Five Phases — how TCM explains what your practice is doing for your body.

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jìng, stillness

Meditation & mindfulness

Guided meditation and Daoist and Buddhist insight for focus, clarity and emotional balance.

Your Qigong & Wellness Progression

A clear, step-by-step curriculum takes you from your first breathing exercise to an advanced, self-directed practice.

1

Breath & posture

Learn to stand, breathe and relax correctly — the foundation for every Qigong exercise that follows.

2

Foundational Qigong

Gentle, repeatable Qigong sequences you can practise daily to build energy and mobility.

3

Yin-Yang & TCM theory

The core ideas of Traditional Chinese Medicine explained clearly, so your practice has direction.

4

Meditation & inner cultivation

Structured practice for stillness and self-awareness, built into the curriculum rather than left to chance.

5

Deepening practice

Longer forms and internal work that refine your awareness of Qi and of your own body.

6

Certification

Complete the 2-year path for your Training Completion Certificate. Premium students are graded and can earn a Coach Certificate.

What a Daily Qigong Practice Supports

Energy & vitality

Gentle movement and deep breathing that leave you energised, not exhausted.

Mobility at any age

Low-impact exercises suitable for beginners, desk workers and older adults.

Calm & clarity

Breath-led practice that helps settle stress and sharpen focus.

Self-understanding

A practical framework — Yin-Yang and TCM — for understanding your own balance.

Why the Holistic Wellness Path Stands Apart

Authenticity & legacy

The only platform endorsed by both the International Meihua Quan Federation and the International Shaolin Wushu Federation.

Structured for success

A step-by-step curriculum from first breath to advanced practice — not a playlist of follow-alongs.

Theory and practice together

You learn the TCM and Yin-Yang principles behind each exercise, not just the movements.

Unmatched flexibility

Short daily sessions on any device, before work or before bed, with no long-term contract.

What Studying Online Actually Looks Like

Most sessions need only a quiet corner and a few minutes — practise before work, at lunch or before bed.

Choose Your Holistic Wellness Path Plan

Same curriculum, two levels of guidance. Start with a 7-day free trial on any plan.

Fundamental

Train the full curriculum at your own pace.
Monthly

$47 /month

Billed monthly, $1.57 a day
6 MonthsPopular

$43 /month

$257 every 6 months, $1.43 a day
AnnualBest value

$39 /month

$467 per year, $1.30 a day

Premium

Everything in Fundamental, plus grading and Shifu’s guidance.
Monthly

$130 /month

Billed monthly, $4.33 a day
6 MonthsPopular

$120 /month

$720 every 6 months, $4.00 a day
AnnualBest value

$110 /month

$1,320 per year, $3.67 a day
Prices in USD. Every plan includes a 7-day free trial, mobile & web access, new content unlocked monthly and three bonus e-books when you join. Cancel anytime from your account. See the fundamental curriculum and premium curriculum.

Recognised Progress, Not Just a Certificate

Every student who completes the 2-year Holistic Wellness Path receives a Training Completion Certificate issued jointly with China’s Intangible Cultural Heritage, the International Meihua Quan Federation and the International Shaolin Wushu Federation.

Training Completion Certificate

Every student who completes the 2-year curriculum.

Coach Certificate

Premium students, on completion — a foundation for sharing the practice.

Official grading

Premium students, assessed throughout the path.
Shifu Shi Yanjun, 34th-generation Shaolin inheritor, demonstrating Shaolin Kung Fu

Learn from Shifu Shi Yanjun

Head Instructor, Holistic Wellness Path

Shifu Shi Yanjun guides the Holistic Wellness Path personally, drawing on the Qigong, meditation and medical traditions passed down through the Shaolin and Meihua Quan lineages he inherited.

Premium students train with direct access to his guidance, supported by a dedicated teaching team who keep the curriculum, workbooks and community running every day.

Designed for Anyone Seeking Balance — at Any Age or Fitness Level

Compare the three training paths

All three are taught by Shifu Shi Yanjun, include a 7-day free trial and lead to the same certification.
Shaolin Warrior PathHolistic Wellness PathThis pageThe Apprenticeship
Best forStrength, discipline & martial skillHealth, energy & inner calmThe complete Shaolin education
Shaolin Kung Fu & martial formsCore focusSupportingCore focus
Qigong & energy cultivationSupportingCore focusCore focus
Traditional Chinese MedicineIntroductoryCore focusCore focus
Buddhist, Daoist & Confucian philosophyShaolin philosophyYin-Yang & Daoist foundationsFull philosophy track
Fundamental from$39/mo$39/mo$60/mo
Premium from$110/mo$110/mo$140/mo

Explore the Other Training Paths

Shaolin Warrior Path

Build strength, discipline and mastery in traditional Shaolin Kung Fu, with certification.

The Apprenticeship

The complete path: Shaolin Kung Fu, Qigong, TCM and philosophy, trained side by side.

Frequently asked questions

What is Qigong, and can I learn it online?
Qigong is a traditional Chinese practice that combines slow movement, breathing and focused attention to cultivate Qi, or vital energy. Because it's low-impact and repeatable, it's well suited to online learning: the Holistic Wellness Path teaches each exercise through clear HQ video lessons and workbooks you can follow daily at home.
Do I need to know anything about Traditional Chinese Medicine?
No. TCM concepts such as Qi, meridians, Yin-Yang and the Five Phases are introduced from scratch and connected directly to your practice.
Is the Holistic Wellness Path suitable for older adults or people with limited mobility?
The practice is gentle and low-impact, and many exercises can be adapted. If you have a medical condition, check with your doctor before starting any new exercise programme.
Is this a medical treatment?
No. The path teaches traditional wellness practices and theory for personal development. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
How long does it take to learn Qigong?
You can learn your first Qigong exercises in a single session. The Holistic Wellness Path then builds your practice over a structured 2-year curriculum, with new lessons unlocked every month, at whatever pace suits you.
How much does the online Qigong course cost?
The Fundamental plan costs $47 a month, or $43 a month on the 6-month plan and $39 a month on the annual plan. Premium, which adds official grading and personal guidance from Shifu, costs $130, $120 or $110 a month. Every plan starts with a 7-day free trial.
Do I need any martial arts experience to learn Qigong?
No. Qigong on this path is taught as a standalone wellness practice. You don't need any Kung Fu background, and every exercise starts from the basics.
Is there a long-term contract for the Holistic Wellness Path?
No. Choose monthly, 6-month or annual billing and start with a 7-day free trial. Cancel within the trial and you pay nothing. After that you're billed for the plan you chose, and if you cancel later you keep access until the end of the billing period. Cancellations are not refunded.
Is Qigong suitable for complete beginners?
Yes. The path opens with breathing, posture and relaxation, the foundations every Qigong exercise depends on, before moving on to longer sequences. You don't need any fitness level to begin.
Do I need to speak Chinese to understand the Qigong and TCM lessons?
No. Every lesson carries English subtitles, and Chinese terms such as Qi, Yin-Yang and the Five Phases are explained in plain English.
What extra do I get with Premium on the Wellness Path?
Premium follows the same Qigong and TCM curriculum, and adds official grading of your practice, personal guidance from Shifu and the teaching team, and the Achievement + Coach Certificates on completion.
How do I cancel my Wellness Path membership?
Log in, open “Me” then “Account”, and click “Cancel” next to your active subscription.

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