Shaolin Kungfu Lesson in Chengdu: Learn Traditional Martial Arts

A Shaolin master teaches the same techniques you've seen in martial arts films.

A small group Kungfu class in Chengdu where you learn traditional Chinese martial arts from an instructor trained eight years at Shaolin Temple in Henan Province. Over two hours, you train in boxing, cudgel, spear, knife, sword and free combat, choosing whether to focus on health, self-defense or performance. The instructor teaches in English or Chinese.

The experience

Chengdu's Kungfu lesson centers on the martial arts that originated at Shaolin Temple, the source of the techniques you recognize from Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee films. Your instructor brings eight years of formal training from Shaolin Temple itself, so the forms and applications are authentic to that lineage. The two-hour class is small enough that you get individual attention as you work through the fundamentals.

You choose what to emphasize during the session: training for health and fitness, learning self-defense applications, or practicing the movements as performance forms. The curriculum covers boxing and several weapons (cudgel, spear, knife and sword) plus free combat drills. The instructor demonstrates each technique and works with you to build the correct stance and movement, so no prior experience is necessary. Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are all you need to bring.

The class runs in English or Chinese depending on your preference, and all areas are wheelchair accessible. Public transportation options are available nearby if you're traveling without a car.

What’s included

• Two-hour small group Kungfu instruction from a Shaolin-trained master.
• training in boxing, cudgel, spear, knife, sword and free combat.
• instruction in your choice of English or Chinese.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (6 to 80 years) · Child (under 6)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Chinese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Chengdu kungfu Class

Is this one for you?The instructor teaches in English or Chinese, so you can follow comfortably in whichever language you prefer. The two-hour format fits easily into a morning or afternoon in Chengdu without dominating your whole day.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Chinese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 6).

What weapons do you actually train with during the Kungfu lesson?

You learn forms and techniques with cudgel, spear, knife and sword, along with empty-hand boxing and free combat drills. The instructor demonstrates each weapon and guides you through the movements at a pace that builds your confidence.

Is this class suitable if I've never done martial arts before?

Yes, the lesson is designed for all fitness levels and no prior experience is required. The instructor teaches the fundamentals of each technique and adjusts the pace to match your progress during the two hours.

Can I choose to focus on health benefits instead of combat techniques?

The instructor tailors the session to your goal, whether that's fitness and health, self-defense applications or learning the forms as performance movements. Let your instructor know your preference at the start of the class.