Chinese Shaolin Kung Fu
Shaolin Kung Fu is considered to be the Grand Father of the fighting arts of Asia, as almost all styles of martial arts can be trace its roots to the Shaolin Temple. Developed by the monks as a means of self discipline, physical conditioning self-defense,Shaolin Kung Fu evolved into a total fighting art. Shaolin Kung Fu developed its full potential during the rule of the Manchurians (Ching Dynasty). The Shaolin temple was considered a safe haven for all revolutionaries. This caused many skilled masters of Kung Fu to seek refuge and develope Shaolin Kung Fu to help in the revolt against the Chings. Shaolin Kung Fu is considered a long range fighting style, using full extension of the arms and legs for penetration and maximum speed, also waist rotation to generate power. Its blocking techniques are circular to deflect and control, and can also be used as a simultaneous block and strike. Shaolin Kung Fu encompasses both beauty and skill, to be a total fighting art.
This Chapter of Shaolin Kung Fu was founded and is monitored by Sifu Karl Schneider..Coach Tommy is certified to teach all those who are new to Kung Fu. He has participated in open and closed tournaments and is participating in on-going training through several Shaolin Kung Fu Instructors, including DaSifu Shi De Shan a 31st Generation Shaolin Monk.
