The setting, a UNESCO global heritage site is ideal for learning Kung Fu in a safe and awesome environment. The level of Kung Fu you learn really depends upon your learning ability and how long you train for, but one thing is for certain, a couple of weeks spent on your gap year learning Kung Fu in China will be enough to turn you in to a serious bad ass.

The Martial Arts Training

Every group has it´s own master. The groups will have max. of 10 students. This means that you will be watched! No slacking off! Concentration and a 100 percent effort is expected! Another thing: The lessons are in Mandarin which is cool, you really get in the culture, and lets face it, true Chinese Kung fu masters are not great linguists, they are however excellent at martial arts.  It will not stand in your way to learn - we will make sure there is someone present to ensure you understand all the moves.

What to expect:

What you can expect to learn and achieve by attending the Xtreme Gap Martial Arts school in China: Increased health & fitness. Basics in which ever style you choose:

(Shaolin Quan, Modern Wushu, Sanda, Qinna, Baji Quan, Pigua Zhang, Qigong, Taiji Quan, XingYi,Bagua and /or White Crane). 

You will learn at least 2 fist forms and also basic hard Qigong (optional) and Basic Mandarin (optional). 1 to 3 months is enough to get a grip on the basics of Chinese Kung Fu, no matter which ever style you choose to learn. If you are a Kung Fu practitioner back home you can expect to progress quicker than at home.

The accommodation is shared, the rooms are basic but clean and comfortable and often have great views. There are no more than 2 single beds in the rooms. Shower and Western style toilet are shared with the other guests.


Duration
2 to 12 weeks but up to one year on request.

Location

The Chinese Kung fu Academy is located in China in the the Northwest of Fujian Province

Experience needed

None. However there are some things you can do to be better prepared. You will need to attain a reasonable level of fitness prior to your trip if you want to develop quickly.

 

When To Go

You can learn Kung Fu in China all year round, however during Chinese new year, the Chinese Martial Arts Academy runs a limited programme (training still takes place, but not with the Chinese masters). This is not a reason to avoid this time of year, as Chinese new year spent in China, has its benefits! Chinese new year varies by year to year but roughly it is during late January early February.

The school is located in a beautiful setting in a geological park that covers about 492 sq Km. Semi-tropical weather. The highest temperature in the summer reaching 34C and the lowest temperature in the winter going below -5C. However, because our school is in the mountains, the summer is cooler than in the town. The best time to travel to this area is in spring or autumn.

Why Xtreme Gap?

• Xtreme Gap will make sure there is someone to pick you up at the airport, so you will not feel lost arriving in a country where it seems not a lot of people speak your language.
• You will receive a introduction,  during which you will learn about the campus, the area and the training.
• You have 24hr support from another westerner who knows China like the back of his hand.
• The school and accommodation are in beautiful and safe environment, good food, 3 meals a day are included. Mostly local cuisine, but every now and than we spoil you with a Western dish.

A broad selection of Chinese Martial Arts styles to choose from, some of them being very rare Train 5 days a week in small groups (no larger than 10 people) Learn real Kong Fu (not watered down stuff) from some of the best masters in China Good training facilities. (Modern & Traditional)

Price and Dates

Start dates: 1st Saturday of each month

Included

• 5 days a week training
  
• All meals
  
• Accommodation
  
• 24hr support
  
• Airport pick up
  
• Opportunity for Lessons Mandarin

 

Excluded

• Flights
  
• Travel insurance
  
• Weekend activities
  
• Extra meals and drinks

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