Shaolin Kung Fu

Discover the ancient art of Shaolin Kung Fu at the Hinton Martial Arts Academy, preserving a 1,500-year-old tradition under the esteemed lineage of the Shaolin Temple Quanfa Institute. Our program emphasizes the core principles of discipline, self-mastery, and physical conditioning, offering a holistic approach to martial arts training. Open to adults, teens, and kids, classes focus on building strength, flexibility, and practical self-defense skills, while immersing students in the rich history and philosophy behind this legendary martial art.

Programs

Shaolin Kung Fu – Adult/Youth (8+)

This class is open to all levels and offers a diverse training experience. Students can expect to engage in warm-ups, full-body stretching, and stance conditioning drills to build strength and flexibility. Training includes foundation skills such as reflex development drills, kicks, acrobatics, combat segments, along with traditional Shaolin forms (Taolu), including hand and weapon techniques. Our curriculum also includes Sanda (Chinese kickboxing) drills, featuring partner work, pad work, and applications. While the specific structure of each session may vary, every class delivers a balanced blend of traditional and practical martial arts training, with a focus on discipline, fun and fitness.

Shaolin Kung Fu – Little Pandas (4-7 Yrs Old With Adult)

Experience Shaolin Kung Fu as a family with a program that fosters inner strength, confidence, and respect. Parents actively join their child’s journey, engaging in exercises or offering support as they learn. Classes combine traditional Shaolin techniques and forms (Taolu) with dynamic drills to enhance balance, coordination, and flexibility, creating a unique opportunity to grow together in both skill and connection.

Master Shi Guo Song began learning martial arts at the age of six and was accepted into the Shaolin Temple at the age of thirteen. He is one of the Ten Famous Arhats (Top Temple Guards) in the Shaolin Temple and held the post of Chief Coach of the Shaolin martial arts monk group.  In 2007, he emigrated to Canada to spread the knowledge and culture of thee Shaolin arts and founded the Shaolin Temple Quanfa Institute in Canada.  He has celebrated over 15 years of teaching in Canada and continues out of his head school located in Markham, ON