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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!

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 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!

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.

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.......

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.

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

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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

This was so cool to watch, I'm 55 and used to practise Shaolin Kung Fu with Sifu Walter Toch in Belgium. everything I saw in the video was exactly how I remember my training and it took me back and refreshed some things that became evident. And you explain everything so well. I practised for 7 years and learned persistence, self confidence and so much more. I later took on Vipassana meditation and did two Silent retreats. After the 7 years I pursued my life time dream and became a Commercial diver. They warned me and I was invincible ,right...7 years of Training. but years later it took it's toll on my body. I'm practically Robocop! I still practise Qi Gong because I refuse to have screws put in my back. I recently picked up my old Staff and slowly working on what my back will allow me to. no matter how fast or slow the flow , it is mediative. Even 30 years later I will automatically and surprize myself how I still have the reflexes. Catching that cup or falling glass is still...nice.

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

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.

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

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

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

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).

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.

The movements are beautiful, and precise. Just amazing.

I really enjoyed watching and learning about all of it. Thank you for completing your training and sharing ~

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

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.

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

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

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

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 really enjoyed your video and you are right about everything❤

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

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.

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.

Simplicity is universal, thanks for your sharing

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

Sparring and form, for me. I think this is a healthy path to finding out who'se the boss. Then, to reclaim the driving seat. In western societies, spiritual culture is often ridiculed, and ignored. We become overly sensitive of how the body "feels", and rely on pills and drugs and alcohol to make it feel better. The boss of your life will always be you. Hard training makes you come back, or closer to, who's the boss - you. Thank you very much Phillip for that wonderful video. Will watch more from you! Cheers.

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

This was amazing, definitely worth the wait! 🔥

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 🙏

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

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

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

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

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.

Sometimes I wish I could have grow up having such training, because it would've helped tremendously not only my physique but also my issue of self-discipline.

I like the fact they are willing to take in anyone willing to learn

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

Im living in China for 6 years, and I've never even thought before about going to Shaolin! Thank you so much, for discovering different China for me, out of all the megapolises they've built around. Big appreciatiom for this film!!! 👍👍👍👍

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. 🙏

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

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..

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

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

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.

Wow! Unexpected watch from start to finish!

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!!!

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

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

Thank You for sharing this Philip

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

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

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 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!

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.

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.

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.

unreal man, what an experience. Thanks for sharing

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

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 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

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

I could not express my appreciation for this film enough.. I am so jealous that you were able to go on this journey but at the same time humbled that you shared it with all of us.. Peter thank you from the bottom of my heart I have such a love for the monk lifestyle and wish I made different life decisions that would’ve led me to China.

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

Thanks for sharing such an amazing documentary, ❤ Blessings 🙌

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 proud of my ancestors who developed this unmatchable combat techniques and herbal medicines.... Bodhi Dharman an Indian and Buddha also 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

I watched the 36 chambers of shoalin as a child, and since that day wanted to learn this.It took almost 40 yrs later and now I have a Tai chi master, who was trained in shoalin. the mind bends to such an extent, that the surge of energy that comes through, creates a tranquility, that one can almost touch.

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

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

I know there are so many other things I could comment on and that other people already have as well, but can I just say the music choices for this video were ON POINT.

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.

Thanks so much for sharing this!!!!!!!

Amazing documentary! I wish you'd have more footage from each segment so you can do a muti-episode series. I know I will watch it. So incredible, I am a Kung-Fu enthusiast since the age of twelve (I am now forty-eight). If I was healthy enough to make the same journey you have, I'd go for it in a heartbeat. And yes, it is great to see women, and also all ethnicities being allowed to go through everything, of course.

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!

Beautiful documentary man! I was greatly encouraged

Great video brother!

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~~

(WU SHIFU has entered the power training) is always my favorite part I think my muscles tensed up as soon as I saw him participate on you 🤣👍 also loved when spencer was holding him up while in push up position! 😅😤👍 Absolutely phenomenal video my friend! It was so hard to keep patient but obviously it was well worth the wait, it brought back some fond memories especially when Yan Jun Shifu said “understand?” 😆😁👍👍👍 congratulations my friend👍

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.

I love your use of videogame music throughout the video. I'm inspired...well done.

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

Wow, those monk are really Humble, they not like some cocky MMA fighter like Conor McGregor or some else, i wish all mma fighter are humble like them

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

Very inspiring, makes me want to practice harder again.