Ren Shi Gong Fu Martial Arts School

Study Kung Fu in China with us!

 

REN SHI GONG FU is a family kung fu school located in Shandong, China, emphasizing individiualized one on one training. We welcome everyone of any age to come here and study traditional Shaolin kung fu, Sanda and Taiji. No previous experince is required! We train students in traditional Shaolin styles, Sanda (Sanshou), Taiji Meihua Praying Mantis, Chen Taiji, Yang Taiji, Ren Fist (the family form), and modern Wushu. The family has three masters, all knowledgeable in different forms and styles. Tuition at the school is conducted individually. The master is teaching up to a maximum of four students. Being a small school, Ren Shi Gong Fu has a family-like vibe, which on a daily basis translates into flexibility regarding schedule and teaching program. Furthermore, the teachers are glad to assist you with anything else that you might need help with.

 

Ren Shi kung fu is a combination of self-defense (fighting), getting in shape (health) and mind cultivation (philosophy). It was created by Ren Zhao-hua, the 13th generation, and has been passed on from generation to generation of Ren family masters. It's based on Shaolin boxing and Mantis boxing and embodies the characteristics of 'inside and outside into one' and 'having both shape and spirit'. The masters of the Ren Shi Gong Fu school train with the philosophy that Martial Arts are for the betterment of the whole individual through the performance of physical exercises.

 

1. In order to cultivate the mind through studying kung fu students must have an open heart, an optimistic mood, respect teachers, love their friends and all humanity. This is the basis of kungfu as well as of being an honorable person.

 

2. In order to keep in shape through practising kung fu, students must study gradually and in line with natural principles: combine looseness and tightening, adopt rigidness and flexibility, integrate consciousness, breathing, and moving effectively to achieve discipline inside and out.

 

3. In order to master kung fu for self-defense, students must apply critical thinking, understand the principles of movements and master the skills. Ren Shi Gong Fu advocates teaching and coaching based on each individual's health and situation to maximize its benefits. In a word, a fighter should know him- or herself and the opponent, and be calm and stable. At the same time, Ren Family strongly believes that nonviolence should always be the first choice when attempting to resolve any conflict.

 

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

 

The Ren Shi kung fu is designed for combat. Through practising the traditional Shaolin and Taijiquan forms students learn a set of optimized combat movements. Those who wish to develop an actual fighting ability can also learn full contact sparring. By further training the simple, direct techniques and refining them against an actively resisting opponent, students are able develop practical martial abilities. Each student will be expected to be self-motivated and capable of pushing themselves to do their best in each and every class. You determine your own level of involvement and rate of progress. People of all ages, races, colors and creeds are welcome to join our family. Total beginners and experts from other martial arts backgrounds alike are encouraged to visit us and see what we are about. Our strength is our diversity. All are welcome to apply.

 

Location

 

Located an hour north of the seaside city of Qingdao, Laixi lies nestled in the countryside of Shandong Province. Famous for its seafood, coastal beauty and Martial Arts masters, Shandong Province lies along the northeastern Chinese coastline. Laixi’s lakes and central park provide several scenic locations for students to train. Aside from training at the training hall, if the weather permits, you and your teacher might be able to go to the park, or the lake, to train. Laixi is a relatively small city by Chinese standards, but has a few big shopping malls, Chinese and Korean style restaurants, a McDonalds, a KFC, a western restaurant, and a small theme park. The city is quite "off the beaten track", and therefore students get to experience a China that most tourists would not get to see. Please notice that the school is located in Zhang Gezhuang village, about 20 minutes away from the city. To get to the city, student's can either take a bus, or bike. On Saturdays and Sundays, you can catch a bus (about $5US) to either Qingdao or Yantai, for a day of shopping or relaxation at the beach. Qingdao was the host of the 2008 olympic sailing games, and is a popular weekend destination for students, as it offers plenty of sights, as well as a night-life.

 

Accommodation

 

A neighbors house, shot in Autumn.

Accommodation is provided in a house adjacent to the master's, which is located in a rural Chinese village (previously it was provided in his sister's house). It has a common room that has a computer with broadband access, as well as wireless internet; a bathroom, with a western style toilet and hot shower; and 3 bedrooms. Each student has a private room. Meals are shared with the Master Ren Qiang and his family. Previously, a few students who stayed for a longer period of time decided to rent a flat on their own. If you wish to rent your own flat, you can receive assistance in doing so. Rental prices in Laixi start from about 1000 RMB per month, for a basic apartment (excluding electricity, gas and water).

 

Ren Shu Fang, Qingdao, Jingji Kaifaqu No. 132, Nan Long Wan Zhuang Village, Laixi, Shandong, China