Shaolin Kung Fu Experience in Shanghai: Master Yan'an's Cultural Insights

What to Do in Shanghai Beyond the Usual Activities in 2025

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What to Do in Shanghai Beyond the Usual Activities in 2025
Mo Zhu2025-06-1320 min

Think Kung Fu is all flying kicks and movie stunts?👀

Today, our old friend Zita and I visited the Shaolin Kung Fu Cultural Center in Shanghai to experience real Shaolin martial arts! Here, we not only got a physical workout, but also gained insight into the deeper meaning of Kung Fu through a conversation with Master Yan’an, the head of the center. He started practicing Kung Fu in the Shaolin Temple at the age of 6 and spent 7 years in the U.S., and has taught Chinese Kung Fu in over 30 countries. Let’s hear his story!

--- Mo Zhu
June 13, 2025, Summer in China

Video Chapters

  1. 1:07Exerience Kung Fu
  2. 10:34Talk with the Founder
  3. 19:26Ending

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What to Do in Shanghai Beyond the Usual Activities in 2025

Embark on an immersive journey into the heart of Shaolin Kung Fu in Shanghai! This video takes you beyond the typical tourist path to experience the authentic practice and philosophy of this ancient martial art. Join the traveler and Zita as they train with Master Yan’an, a renowned Shaolin practitioner, gaining not just a physical challenge but also profound insights into the discipline's deeper meaning. Discover the compelling story of Master Yan’an, who began his Shaolin journey at six and has since shared its teachings globally. This is more than just a martial arts demonstration; it's a cultural exploration offering a unique perspective on Chinese heritage.

Shaolin Kung Fu Experience in Shanghai: Master Yan'an's Cultural Insights

Think Kung Fu is all flying kicks and movie stunts?👀 Today, our old friend Zita and I visited the Shaolin Kung Fu Cultural Center in Shanghai to experience real Shaolin martial arts! Here, we not only got a physical workout, but also gained insight into the deeper meaning of Kung Fu through a...