Shaolin Temple Store

Black LS Shaolin T Shirt

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The USA Shaolin Temple Long Sleeve T Shirt is great in the colder seasons. It can be worn underneath the uniform for training and doubles as everyday comfortable street wear. Soft, pure cotton feels terrific next to your skin. Plus, it's tightly knit for smoothness and strength.

T Shirt sizes are all unisex (for both men and women).

Hefty 6.1 oz weight for added durability
Shoulder-to-shoulder taping helps prevent raveling and rip-out
Full cut assures roomy comfort
Sturdy two-needle trim

"Everybody likes different things. You can choose from either T-shirt, long sleeve T-shirt, or tank top. Just like everyone likes different kinds of food, different kinds of flavors. That’s why people created 7 continents. Some people believe in Buddha, Jesus Christ, God, Moses, Muhammad, Allah. They are all beautiful. We love them, they love us too. That’s why we have different kinds of T Shirts. You choose! That is part of life, the flavors; that’s what makes our lives very special, precious." -- Shifu Shi Yan Ming

Shaolin Blue Uniform

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMT

USA Shaolin Temple warrior training uniform. Loose style with wide, 3/4 length sleeves. The front sides are in asymmetrical styles, with the left side over the right, tied with bands on the right side. Both sides are made with slits toward the waist for easy maneuvering. Pant features an elastic waistband and a gusseted crotch that provides expansion and reinforcement for those extended biantui (round house kicks).

Care instructions: Machine wash warm with like colors. Only non-chlorine bleach when needed. Tumble dry.

Traditionally in the Shaolin Temple, there is no gender differentiation. These uniforms can be worn by both men and women. Uniform sizes are all unisex.

"Traditionally, a monk has one robe to wear and on one bowl to eat from for every day life. Particularly in the Shaolin temple, the Abbot would chose his successor and pass the bowl and robe to him. To wear the robe, to do action meditation, reminds you to respect life, respect Buddha or respect what you believe. Cherish the robes and the Buddhas given to you." -- Shifu Shi Yan Ming

Brown Monk Bag

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Keep your training clothes organized in your own traditional monk bag. It is large enough to use as an overnight bag.

Bag is fully lined. Inside lining is gold in color. Embroidery is gold thread and reads "Buddha" in Chinese character.
Roomy zippered outside pocket, plus 2 small outside pockets made to fit most mobile phones.
Cross over strap
For men or Women
17" W x 14" H x 36"L

"The Monk Bag can be used for traveling. It can be used to carry your training uniform to keep clean, carry your training shoes, T Shirt. That’s why I say respect yourself and respect others. Appreciate what you have in life." -- Shifu Shi Yan Ming

Video Beyond Human Endurance

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMT

In Beyond Human Endurance, a Discovery Channel Documentary, we span the globe and see the human body pushed to amazing extremes. Travel to New York, where Shaolin Monk, Shifu Shi Yan Ming, from China's Henan Province immerses his hand in sub-freezing water and breaks boards on his torso – without even flinching.

In India, meet a group of Sadhu holy men who sit in a ring of fire, quietly meditating while flames rage mere inches away from their skin. And follow a unique extremist as he subjects himself to self-mutilation during the curious Easter week rites of the Philippine village, San Pedro Cutud. Witness the impressive physical and mental methodologies behind these stunning triumphs of the will and learn how these mere mortals can withstand the most excruciating pain imaginable.

Black Shaolin Hoodie

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The USA Shaolin Temple Hoodie is great to throw on after training.

Hoodie sizes are all unisex (for both men and women)
Heavyweight Champion quality
50% cotton / 50% polyester
Extra-smooth with minimal-pill surface
Double panel hood
Collar, cuffs, and waistband contain Lycra
Muff pocket
4-track knitting

"Generally, when you practice kung fu, or when you exercise, you sweat. After you sweat, you have to know how to take care of your body, take care of your life. Don’t stay by the air conditioner where the wind blows on your body - especially after you train, it's like pins or sword attacking your body. That’s why martial art practitioners, athletes, often get sick because they miss the information of how to protect themselves, how to take care of themselves. You have to take care of yourself, always, 366 days a year, 8 days a week, help yourself, and stay strong so you can help other people. You can help yourself and help the world. If you are sick, and cannot take care of yourself, how can you take care of others?" -- Shifu Shi Yan Ming

Maroon Shaolin T Shirt

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The USA Shaolin Temple T Shirt feels fantastic when worn underneath the uniform for training. It can also be worn as everyday comfortable street wear.

T Shirt sizes are all unisex (for both men and women)
100% pre-shrunk cotton
Seamless collar
Double-needle stitched
Taped shoulder-to-shoulder

"Traditionally, a monk would have one robe to wear and one bowl to eat from for every day life. In the Shaolin temple, the Abbot would chose his successor and pass the bowl and robe to him. Wearing the robe, doing action meditation, reminds you to respect life, respect Buddha or respect what you believe. Cherish the robes and the Buddhas given to you. That’s why you wear the T Shirt underneath the robe. It’s not only good for your skin, but it can also hold sweat. Not only is it good for your body but it also protects the robe." -- Shifu Shi Yan Ming

The Shaolin Workout

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 04:00:00 GMT

28 DAYS to Transforming Your Body and Soul the Warrior's Way

THE SHAOLIN WORKOUT includes 28 exercise sessions that teach authentic Shaolin Kung Fu stretches, stances, poses, punches, and kicks as well as daily meditations to strengthen the mind, body, and spirit. By following this program, you will become more in tune with your body and the world around you. The Shaolin secrets to getting the body, spirit - and life - you've always wanted are here in this book. Now is the time to get started.

Book Cover Description:

High above the bustling streets of New York City's hip Greenwixch Village, Shifu Shi Yan Ming trains men and women of all ages, body types, and backgrounds in the fundamentals of Kung Fu. Hailing from China's Shaolin Temple - the birthplace of Chan Buddhism and the mecca of all martial arts - Shifu teaches students at the USA Shaolin Temple that there is no better workout program than his brand of Kung Fu for getting the body and mind into warrior condition.

Now this world-renowned master of the martial arts presents his 4-week program for total mind, body, and spirit transformation in the THE SHAOLIN WORKOUT. This 28-day workout distills a lifetime of Shaolin training and wisdom into a manageable regimen, no matter your schedule, age, or fitness level. In as little as 15 minutes a day, you'll get an intense aerobic workout that increases your flexibility, power, and speed. At the same time, you will experience spiritual benefits that will radiate through your entire life, allowing you to tackle the world with a Shaolin warrior's confidence, calm, and poise.

Shaolin Beads - Guan Yin

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

"Shaolin beads serve many purposes. You can use them for blessings, spreading the peace, to keep you calm, and to flatten your heart. You can use them to pray for world peace, love and respect." -- Shifu Shi Yan Ming

All beads sold at the USA Shaolin Temple online store may differ from the image presented here. Size and finish vary between 10mm and 13mm. Carvings can include Guan Yin & Buddha. Some beads will not have any carving.

Shaolin Orange Monk's Robe

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

USA Shaolin Temple monk training robe for Gongfu (Kung Fu), Taiji Quan (Tai chi) and Qigong (Chi Kung). Loose style with wide, 3/4 length sleeves. The front sides are in asymmetrical styles, with the left side over the right, tied with bands on the right side. Both sides are made with slits toward the waist for easy maneuvering. Pant features an elastic waistband and a gusseted crotch that provides expansion and reinforcement for those extended biantui (round house kicks).

Care instructions: Machine wash warm with like colors. Only non-chlorine bleach when needed. Tumble dry.

Traditionally in the Shaolin Temple, there is no gender differentiation. These uniforms can be worn by both men and women. Uniform sizes are all unisex.

"Traditionally, a monk has one robe to wear and on one bowl to eat from for every day life. Particularly in the Shaolin temple, the Abbot would chose his successor and pass the bowl and robe to him. To wear the robe, to do action meditation, reminds you to respect life, respect Buddha or respect what you believe. Cherish the robes and the Buddhas given to you." -- Shifu Shi Yan Ming

Kung Fu Shoes

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The USA Shaolin Temple signature training shoes have "More Chi" and "Train Harder" printed on them. They have a simple, durable canvas lace-up top and a padded yet light sole. The tread is perfect for all styles, providing maximum traction for ultimate performance.

Flexible yet strong enough to keep up with those sweeps. Also great for street wear.

Sizes available for both men and women.

Need help with shoe sizes? Try our: shoe sizing chart

"In martial arts training, or any sport, “nei lian” means: “inside, practice your chi”, and “wai lian” means “outside, practice your tendon and your bones and your skin”. That’s what makes your body hard as steel. Internal practice makes your body become soft as cotton. Shifu is the only one who created training shoes that say, “More chi! Train Harder!” to protect your joints. From the first day you have to know how to protect yourself and how to doctor yourself, all the time. If you practice martial arts or other kinds of activities, if you destroy your joints, destroy your bodies, why are you doing exercise?" -- Shifu Shi Yan Ming