In traditional kung fu schools, senior students play a crucial role guiding newer practitioners. Their mentorship preserves lineage, improves technique, and builds community — connecting past, present, and future through shared practice and responsibility.
A Student's Story: When a simple filming session turned into a national sensation, I found myself trending across China—on Baidu, Douyin, and TV networks. This is the story of how my Shaolin Kung Fu journey at Maling Academy became a bridge between cultures, from flight paths to kung fu forms.
Often overlooked but essential, the Resting Stance (Xié Bù) in Shaolin Kung Fu builds balance, fluidity, and readiness. Learn how to perform it correctly, why it matters, and how it supports your transitions in martial practice.
From the flowing robes of Shaolin monks to today’s modern kung fu school attire, uniforms have always been more than clothing. They embody tradition, discipline, and practicality—linking generations of martial artists through shared heritage and purpose.
From Hung Gar’s deep stances to the Great Wall-inspired Ba Sing Se, Earthbending in Avatar: The Last Airbender is rooted in real martial arts and rich cultural history. Explore the philosophies, legends, and warriors that make the Earth Kingdom a grounded yet dynamic force in the Avatar world, and uncover the deep ties between fantasy and reality.
Why do martial artists say “train in the coldest days of winter and the hottest days of summer”? In this article, we explore why summer provides the perfect conditions to develop flexibility. From Shaolin training wisdom to modern sports science, discover how heat boosts agility, protects tendons, and unlocks your body’s full range of motion.
Part 3 of The Dynasties That Shaped China explores a time of division and transformation. During the Three Kingdoms and the Northern and Southern Dynasties, China experienced intense warfare, political fragmentation, and spiritual awakening. Yet from this disunity emerged powerful cultural shifts: the rise of Buddhism, the spread of Daoism, and the foundations of Chinese martial arts. This era saw the birth of the legendary Shaolin Temple and the evolution of religious and military traditions that would shape China’s spiritual and martial identity for centuries to come.
What makes airbending so graceful and spiritual? This deep dive uncovers the real martial arts, monks, and philosophies behind Avatar: The Last Airbender's Air Nomads — from Baguazhang to Buddhism, Shaolin Temple to Daoist sages.
On China’s sacred Mount Emei, Buddhist nuns are preserving a centuries-old martial tradition. Trained in Emei-style Kung Fu, these warrior women balance spiritual discipline with remarkable martial skill. Discover how they compare to Shaolin monks, how they train, and why their legacy still matters today.
We’re proud to reveal the new logo of Maling Shaolin Kung Fu Academy—a powerful visual rooted in Shaolin tradition, energy, and identity. Inspired by our founder Master Bao, the design symbolizes the fusion of inner strength, cultural heritage, and the warrior’s path. From the dragon to the flame-like energy and traditional seal, every detail reflects our commitment to preserving and sharing authentic Chinese martial arts.