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The monks know how to be hard as nails but also how to be funny and relaxing. These guys are so respectable. :)

I was honestly so happy to see women learning Shao'lin and going through the rigorous training regimes. It inspires me ❤

I’m a Jiujitsu instructor and I have been training on and off in Chinese Martial arts for about 30 years. This video was fascinating and inspirational thank you for sharing these beautiful arts.

The Shaolin Temple looks like an arduous and grueling but fun and wonderful place to train the mind and body. It looks like it would be an amazing experience!

Phil, I’m blown away. What a tasteful and beautiful documentation of this journey. Be proud of yourself, this is your best work and it has inspired me.

I train mma (striker) alot of what I see here at its very core basics are similar. Minus the crazy acrobatics and "flowy"? Type movements. I understand that they are more for emphasis on precision and control over every tiny body movement, balance, dexterity, and over all mastering your body mechanics. MMA and modern martial arts in general tend to focus on the simple, most brutal, most efficient techniques that can be easily taught to anyone. How effective that "anyone" is, depends entirely on them. Given the insane athleticism displayed here, and YEARS(not months as you see so many people drop MMA training after a few months and believe they are the ultimate weapon) of training, fighting one of these masters would definitely be not an ideal situation to be in. I got to train anywhere from 2-4 hrs a day pre covid. These guys train all day everyday. Day in day out. Not just the body, but the mind is extensively trained. This is my take away from this. They truly are training in "real" martial arts. It's eye opening to see true masters of traditional martial arts displaying their skills, and not the McDojo types that are all bark, no bite...you know the ones Xu Xiao Dong AKA Mad Dog embarrassed. Very cool documentary and eye opening to myself. Loved the selection of bgm and how they were used in this video, many of which come from my favorite games. That little bit you went into around the 21 min mark, had me take a deeper look inside myself, and ask myself what I was training for. Self defense? Ego? Pride? Maybe all 3? One thing I did come out of this thought provoking moment was: Seeing my limit, and going beyond. I feel the reason many MMA practioners come off as toxic, are the same reason why fake masters of the traditional styles are also toxic is: they havent climbed to the peak of their mountain, just found a nice plateau, with a nice view, on which they can look down upon everyone. Thank you so much for this documentary. Subbed!

I love your words, your mentality and your spirit. You are so lucky to experience all those ancient techniques and to be able to truly appreciate their meaning and effects in the mind, the soul and the body. Thank you for the respect you show to the monks and to Kung Fu, hopefully the world one day will stop hating and instead start respecting and loving our differences.

You know what is truly amazing?? How we can come here from pure loving source energy, connected to to all things through love. In such a short amount of time here, we become so out of touch with everything that we are. To see what we must do to remove the fear. Look beyond pain. To feel truly alive again. To reconnect with our higher power that exists in each life giving breath we take. It absolutely blows my mind.. What a beautiful experience it was that you chose, and they allowed!! I thank you for sharing this with all of us. 🙏🙏 I also send much love, light, and gratitude to all the masters that have dedicated their lives to share this training so others can experience this beautiful way of life , and learn the culture and ways of the elders, that walked on this planet before them.. You are walking on sacred ground when you enter the gates of that Temple..

Man let’s be honest this video needs more views.

I just watched the whole thing in one sit, and I have to say, my respect for these guys just skyrocketed, and it was such a good documentary, really enjoyed it!

Its beautiful to find places dedicated just to martial arts and craft it puts a smile on my face a true sanctuary.

Thanks for doing this. I visited a Shaolin Academy in Shandong and was a bit surprised. It confirmed something you commented on early in this video about how westerners approach martial arts. The Academy was populated with a lot of immature and insecure westerners, mostly American and some European. They would often would talk about martial arts in terms of what it would do to another person as opposed to the technique and the goals to maintain. I'd like to see more on Wing Chun and also more specifically the Forms-- breaking up the forms, showing their names, a breakdown of the techniques. It's interesting how you sped through the forms.......

I love Chinese martial arts. I was fascinated by Shaolin temples and all the old movies since I was a kid. I love the power behind the smooth movements. It's a pity that I don't take the time to visit a Shaolin temple. Maybe I will manage to visit such a Shaolin temple in the future. I love the calm and balanced way of the Shaolin fighters. I could watch the training for hours and I would love to join in. But the students there are much younger and on a much higher level. I would probably need the whole thing in slow motion :) Thanks for the very great video. Sorry for my bad English (translated with DeepL).

Wasn’t expecting something so deep and spiritual… also wasn’t expecting a song from Skyrim, and now I have to play it again so thanks lol. But seriously, thank you for this video. It’s beautiful.

i don't know why i left this video in my watch later. This might as well be a documentary. Music, videography and production is well done and the content is above anything that I could've expected. Thank you Phillip, I can't wait to watch more of your content.

Great masters are great art, I have been practicing martial arts for 32 years, there is no limit to the perfection of the body, spirit and consciousness!!! I thank all the masters who preserve great knowledge for posterity.

It's kinda mindblowing to see this. I find the Shaolin fascinating and when I watch documentaries about them, they aways seem super-serious and distant and all that. But here they seem very approachable, they're smiling, joking and laughing. It's actually beautiful.

When you said that trip was the hardest thing you’ve ever done, I see why. Amazing documentary, captures the world of Shaolin beautifully and descriptively. Well done job on this dude! Your work payed off. This is also really useful for learning/getting into different martial art styles

I've been reading Chinese Novels of wushia, cultivation and martial arts. I'm making my own research about these topics to understand better them. Which led me to watch this video and wow I'm fascinated. I feel motivated to learn Kung Fu even when it seems harsh. Thanks for the video!

What an amazingly beautiful experience! Thank you for sharing with us!

Shattering yourself, then raising from the pieces, brings a strange sense of tranquility build on the certainty that you **can** endure this, and the next, and the next... Much like birds that learns to trust their own wings, and let go of the fear of heights. I would love to experience this sort of training. It looks like it would make you (truly) believe in your own potential.

i enjoyed every second of that documentary, but what i enjoyed even more is the effort put into making it. Thank you so much

This is fascinating. Thank you for making. Highly disciplined individuals always inspire me. Thanks!

I had watched this video first time and I am amazed how much I had learned about mind, meditation, quality of training and Shaolin Temple. Thank you for that great video, my dream kid will be to some day visit that Temple 🙏

Beautiful. Loved watching every moment. Your channel over the last 6 years has made a big impact on me in terms of martial arts and seeing the friendship you, Spencer and the others have was a privilege to watch and I have to say that I am jealous of those bonds. Keep being great Philip. 🙏

This is one of the coolest video’s I’ve ever seen. I enjoy learning martial arts, Bruce Lee’s one of my heroes and am now very much working out every other day of the week. It’s just a part of my life and I’m currently training at two gyms including a boxing gym. I can’t do without being physically active, happy and focused it’s like breathing for me. God bless you my fellow martial artist and thank you for sharing.

I’m so glad I finally watched this. What an inspiration.

The movements are beautiful, and precise. Just amazing.

This is a masterpiece of a martial arts documentary, thank you.

this makes me feel more confident to navigate through the difficulty in my life now.

That was a great film. Thank you so much for making this and sharing it with the world. 🙏

This is one of the most beautiful and heart warming videos I have ever seen

You just gained another fan, the way you express yourself, the content, the overall message, this was time well spent. Thanks for the video.

You guys did a great job especially covering all their training. Totally enjoyed and loved this clip. Mad Respect to the Shaolin Grandmasters, Students of Shaolin Kung Fu and you for sharing.

I truly appreciate this i have been using Qigong to heal from my scoliosis and it is a dream of mine to live and train the way of the warrior monk much love and respect my friend

Amazing documentary, inspiring, thorough and well covered. Thank you for sharing.

As someone who trained under a Shaolin monk in the States and as a former Buddhist monk in Myanmar, this really captures the true essence of Shaolin and Buddhism philosophy. Watching this video reminded me of all of the unforgettable times I had in Shaolin and you reminded me of core foundations and techniques that I forgot, so thank you.

One of the things I like about traditional martial arts like what's shown here is that a character development/ training takes place. Not just giving fighting techniques to anyone who can pay.

Incredible video! Thanks so much for your work. Finally, the puzzle of the many practices in Kung Fu came together for me. I did practice a number of these things.

This video was so informative I don't know where to start when talking about it. I guess I can start with Thank you! I am grateful you uploaded your experience within the Temple. Also I noticed the Xenoblade 2 music that was a nice touch!

I really gotta thank you man. You were the one who inspired me to find a martial arts school and start training. A few years ago I saw your video on how to find a teacher/school and one of the number one things I remember you saying was something about "not letting that fire die out". I'm happy to say since then I have found a good school, persevered, and even surpassed a few of the people from my school who have been there longer than me because of my fire and love for the art. Even during the pandemic I found it in me to keep the fire burning strong and it's payed off no doubt. Thanks again brother, keep the content coming!

I think it’s beautiful to see such powerful people, yet they’re also the most peaceful. The world needs more of this in it. Great show!!!

Great time for you, I couldn’t imagine having all that. My life would be so complete.

Perhaps it may surprise you, but the sparring with the one really well placed and timed kick was the most impressive one to me. That is true beaty, measure in time and space!

This kind of training is unimaginable. I loved that he kept the video honest.

Forgive my lack of martial arts knowledge but I once was a Korean Angel, Folk Dancer tutored by a Chinese Korean women. 50 years later and in my beloved adopted America, I recognized some of those movements and it brought tears. She brought together many of the most mis-caste girls and made us Flower Drum Warriors. Subscribed and hoping for more.

Just knowing these traditions and virtues are being preserved, taught, practiced and passed on gives me hope for a brighter future 💫

That was a really beautiful video, you captured the beauty and the spirit of the temple

The use of legendary video game music from the likes of Skyrim, Final Fantasy, and Smash Bros, was an absolute beautiful cherry on top of this already incredible project.

I can't explain why I'm brought to immediate tears of joy when I watch these monks move, speak, breathe this honest, human way of existing. If I could take a one way ticket anywhere, I'd like to stay in a Shaolin monestary. Their way is so pure and steeped in ancient knowledge that western culture just doesn't possess. Incredible film, beautifully pit together, perfectly showed the beauty of the monks, the temple, the landscape and the practices. Well done. The qigong is something I'd try, I have so much built up restlessness energy in my muscles I typically punch my muscles to relax them anyways lol

I love this it is inspiring to me, I recently have stared walking again and the movements have help me in just a few weeks to regain my balance, Not only my balance but my mental state as well has improved. If I were able to come over there i would do so. Chi young is great because it sends blood flow to my legs and I"m so grateful to God that I found this site. Its is amazing and wonderful that the human spirit can be regained by the simple life lessons and yes to be an athlete I'll never be again but this shows me above all that there is hope for me yet. Just to be alive and breath and love again has been amazing. Life is short and I wish everyone could feel the absolute Joy watching and following along, It's cooler than air guitar. Love you guys and God Speed to you.

I love all of it, all the training and focus and way of life. Wish to bring much of the great monastic life & training to the UK Europe going forward.

Wow what an experience that must have been! Thanks for the cool video and showing what it's all about living and training in a Shaolin temple.

Fantastic video , I trained in wing chun kung fu for 20 years and never touched the surface it’s for life , but the pleasure and mental well being it brought is immeasurable

So grateful for the insights and info in this video! Been researching different kinds of martial arts like crazy, but this is the most helpful example! It's also motivating to watch someone share their experience with authenticity. At the end when Shifu Shi Yanjun wished him all of those blessings for his channel, he seemed really moved. It affirmed all his earlier insights about what was most fulfilling and gratifying about his training experience. imo, he's lacking that affected, performative commentary that's on-brand w/ YT vloggers these days. Its truly refreshing. for real. After seeing countless vlog in this genre (my life as/i try/cultural immersion), what a blessing to find one that exemplifies learning from a specific culture by grounding oneself in honest, humble reverence and humor! the bruh check hard qigong bit 😂😂 reminds me how it felt watching Anthony Bourdain in Parts Unknown for the first time. Super effectual and fun to watch! 🪷 🙏🏼🙌🏼 gonna see if he has any posts about the temple food or the Shaolin animals now. TY Philip 🌻

This is one of the greatest videos I’ve ever watched haha! Great stuff man. Thank you for this 🔥

There were a few moments that had me on the verge of tears. A beautiful, very well done documentary. I have always had a huge respect and admiration for the shaolin monks. What a blessing it was for you to go train with them.

I luv it I trained for many years of my life & it saved my life many times,due to fitness & perseverance so anything is possible, I met them & the abbot many years ago, I loved every minute of the video thank,s martin

This was amazing, definitely worth the wait! 🔥

I can't believe I have finally seen the real Shaolin. My life is now complete. Eternal glory, Philip Hartshorn!

I’ve always loved the Shaolin, they’re the perfect blend of spirituality and mastery of martial arts

unreal man, what an experience. Thanks for sharing

Thank you so much for making this video! I've been staying in Yunnan during pandemic and have no idea of this temple in Kunming! Will definitely give it a try once they reopen~~

The best part is doing high intensity interval training but without the intervals! Love it

I love this. I’m glad there are people like you all still here. Great and strong minded and willing to give all you have to better yourself and others. I hope peace comes to all of you out there. Thank you for this video. Brought me peace and it made me want to meditate now more often Thank You.

Wow! Unexpected watch from start to finish!

Awesome 👏 I appreciate your detail and that was an excellent experience watching that. Thank you

This was mind blowing Wow! The stretching looked intense I need that kind of stretching.Thankyou for sharing.

I have to say…this is a insane „documentary“! I love it!

The best documentary on Shaolin Temple training that I have seen so far! Great work!

For the "don't work in MMA" crowd, sanda and even wing chun have been used with success in combat sports. Qinna is considered small joint manipulation and banned in combat sports. On the street with no rules you're free to break arms and fingers. Hard qigong to take hits comes in handy for both combat sports and street self defense.

Great video! This brings back a lot of memories. I learned Shaolin 25 years ago, as my basic style. Later on, I focusing on Baji Quan style while I also learning Pencak Silat. And you're right: the real Kung Fu master (or any other master from any martial art style and discipline) will never get into a real fight without a really crucial and important reason, they will almost always avoid fighting because they know the fatal impacts that the opponent will suffer

Beautiful documentary man! I was greatly encouraged

This was really fun to watch, glad it popped up.

4- 5 yrs back i visted shaolin temple and trained for 14 days and shifu shi yan jun was with us! this video was really great and gave me alot of memories of china and the training

非常棒！我看到了永不放弃的坚强的精神与积极乐观的态度，支持你们！继续加油继续努力！

Absolutely life changing experience. I wish everyone could soon have his own one.

I really enjoyed your video and you are right about everything❤

Bro this video motivates me a lot really this is the best knowledge or information about Shaolin temple training. Those who think martial art is a beauty on its own you are right.

This is one of the craziest documentaries I've ever seen. Very inspiring to see an experience of this magnitude this "close up" and personal. I'm sure you'll always carry the life lessons you learned with much pride and honor. Great story to see Philip, thank you

Wow. I was moved by your experience and training. What a journey to go through. Treasure this always.

You are a special human for sharing this experience with us . Look for huge good for you.

Thanks for sharing such an amazing documentary, ❤ Blessings 🙌

The inclusion of the Elder Scrolls music is sublime. What a wonderful journey. Thankyou :)

I don't know how to explain it, this touched me so deep, I actually shared a tear during this video. Don't remember when was the last time I've seen anything this beautiful. Thank you.

You are one true blessed one who had a glimpse of what this Kung Fu is !

Loved this video. It's my dream to go out there. Also the Donkey Kong 2 music at the intro was a nice nostalgic suprise 😎👌🏽

Just Incredible, I'm 55 and studied various martial arts including some wing chun. Currently I was looking into some Bo staff movement and found a beautiful Wushu tutorial. Then stumbled upon your Shaolin training Vid! Lets just say I have subscribed, saved and will watch over and over again! I heard Rumors that the teachings were very strenuous, and this is proof of that! Congrats on going through what you did and document! Thank You!

I love seeing these beautiful people and their lives. The experience must have been so life changing. I wish I could go on a journey like this! Living happy has become an important life lesson for me. It’s nice to see the monks incorporating it as well. And it doesn’t take much to have true happiness. Love this documentary. Congrats on your invitation!

Great video bro. This is something that would change anyones life for the better i think. Wish I had that opportunity.

Using Final Fantasy VII Remake OST bits is a huge cherry on top of a really well made documentary. Hats off, my mate.

This was beautiful! Thanks for sharing your experiences there. This lifestyle is completely foreign to me and it's always refreshing to remember just how many thing this words can give you to explore. ^^ PS: Loved the Braah move. xD

This touched me so much Philip. Thank you for showing what humans are really capable of, it’s the most incredible insight I’ve ever seen and I’m humbled at how small I feel to these masters.

It would be a dream to be in such amazing place. It’s breathtaking all the scenes. I can tell that you’re an luck person to be able to be in the presence of such masters and learn from them. I hope one day I get the chance to learn hahaha XD Good video :)

It is an amazing training to feel and see the inner outer of yourself in which you feel relaxed and strong er with your soul and spirit.

I just wanna say I've been in bad times for a long time. Lately it got worse. I nearly forgot how to let go of certain things and help myself feel better. But your words at 21:16 helped me a lot. I know it doesn’t matter to you or anyone here but I just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart.

This man inspires me, much respect

I was so entertained by this video I watched the whole thing (rare for me). You have an amazing sense of humor! Love it!

Very inspiring, makes me want to practice harder again.