Chinese Shao-Lin Center of Albuquerque

Saturday, June 15th (12-2pm)
Open to all Shao-Lin students!

Begins tomorrow, June 4th!

The Suang Tao (Double Broadswords) are extremely diverse! They can both be combined to create a near impenetrable defense or used to execute an overwhelming offense! In addition, one can be used for defense and the other for offense, wreaking havoc on an opponent wielding a single weapon!

The Kuen (Single-ended Staff) is a traditional southern weapon and the prelude to the spear. With extended reach and focused power, the Kuen utilizes the three classical movements of 'Lan' (deflect), 'Na' (take), and 'Cha' (thrust) to vanquish an opponent!

The Chinese Shao-Lin Center of Albuquerque specializes in classical weapon training from the ancient Orient with an unmatched curriculum that dates back 1500 years!

'Skewer the Sun' Double-edged Sword form is one of four Double-edged Sword forms that is required for advancement to 3rd Degree Black Belt!

SATURDAY, June 1st (12pm-2pm)
Open to Yellow Belts and above!

The Straight Sword is one of the most elegant and advanced weapons of Shao-Lin Kung-Fu. It's offensive movements require extreme precision, while its defensive movements yielding and deflecting (no blocking)!

Key benefits of training on a "Wooden Man":

- Improves Yao Li (power from the waist)
- Teaches the student the correct distance
- Encourages good structure and alignment in techniques
- Conditions the hands, arms and legs
- Helps the student practice applying techniques with force

All included in your Shao-Lin membership!

Chinese Shao-Lin Center of Albuquerque

Hua To Chi Kung
Begins Tomorrow, Saturday, May 11th (2-3pm)
Open to Brown Belts and above!

Taoist meditation, chi kung training with the 5 Animal Frolic! Promotes health, longevity, and martial energy!

1/3 of the Shao-Lin art is Down & Ground Fighting! We strive to master this essential area of the art!

Saturday, May 18th (12pm-2pm)
Open to White Belts and above!

The Chinese Shao-Lin Center of Albuquerque will be CLOSED this SATURDAY, May 4th due to BLACK BELT TESTING and HUGE Shao-Lin Festival in Denver!

CHUNG KWEI SUMMONS THE BATS OF WUFU
Sunday, May 5th (10am-4pm)

This empty-hand fighting form is open to all Chinese Shao-Lin Center students in good standing!

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THE STORY OF CHUNG KWEI
The legend of Chung Kwei takes us to ancient China. It involves the outstanding scholar, the Chinese Emperor and the red demon.

According to legend, Chung Kwei was a bright scholar from Tung-nan Shan of Shensi Province during the reign-period of Wu De (A. D. 618 - 627) of the Emperor Kao Tsu of the T'ang Dynasty.

He was as famous for his literary skill as he was for his repulsive appearance. At that time, literature was the prime subject of imperial exams, which allowed successful applicants to gain entrance to the bureaucracy. Therefore, Chung Kwei easily became the best candidate to be admitted as the First Academician of the Metropolitan Examinations.

It was customary at that time for the Emperor to personally confer (with his own hand) a rose of gold to the successful candidate. So, the outstanding scholar Chung Kwei, presented himself before the king in accordance to the custom so as to receive the reward which was by right due to him. Unfortunately for Chung Kwei, his appearance was so ugly and deformed that the sight of his repulsive face caused corrupt officials to refuse him entrance. This threw him into total despair because he had been unfairly deprived of his rightful honors. The rejected scholar then took his own life on the steps of the Imperial Palace.

The Chinese Emperor Ming Huang (A. D. 712 - 742), also known as Tang Xuan Zong, who ruled in the reign-period of K'ai Yüan, was kept ignorant of this regrettable incident. However, the act of su***de had desecrated the precincts of the palace, subsequently allowing malign spirits to enter.

Not long after an expedition to Mount Li in Shensi Province, the Emperor Ming Huang succumbed to a fever. His Majesty dreamt of an annoying little demon in bright red trousers with a shoe on one foot and the other shoe hanging from his girdle. The mischievous imp broke through the bamboo gates and took possession of the Emperor's jade flute and an embroidered musk pouch belonging to His Majesty's favorite imperial concubine Yang Gui-Fei. Then the rascal proceeded to make a tour of the palace grounds creating further mischief.

Seeing the extensive damage caused by this red devil, the Emperor Ming Huang flew into a rage and demanded an explanation. At this, the red demon responded, "Your humble servant is named Xu Hao of Emptiness and Devastation." To which the Emperor replied, "I have never heard of such a person." At once the demon rejoined, "Xu means to desire Emptiness, because in Emptiness, one can fly just as one wishes; Hao means Devastation, as it changes joy to sadness.

The Emperor Ming Huang was so annoyed by the red demon's impertinence that he turned to called for his imperial guards. Suddenly, a great big devilish-looking creature appeared; he was wearing a torn headdress, a blue robe, an ivory belt-clasp, and official boots on his feet. This hideous fellow subdued the red demon and swallowed the unfortunate sprite.

Surprised, the Emperor Ming Huang asked this demon-catcher for his name and position. He replied, "Your humble servant is Chung Kwei, Physician of T'ung-nan Shan in Shensi Province. In the reign-period Wu De of Emperor Kao Tsu of the Tang Dynasty, I was ignomiously rejected and unjustly defrauded of first class honors in the public examinations. Overwhelmed with shame, I took my own life on the steps of the imperial palace. After having been alerted of this unfortunate incident, The Emperor Kao Tsu ordered me to be buried in a green robe (an honor which was reserved for royalty). So, out of gratitude for the honor bestowed upon me, I pledged to protect the reigning sovereign in any part of the Chinese Empire against the evil red demon Xu Hao."

After hearing him out, the Emperor Ming Huang awoke and discovered himself to be completely cured of his illness. Since the ghost of Chung Kwei appeared in the nick of time and exorcized the evil spirit, the Emperor decided to further honor Chung Kwei by having his portrait painted. His Majesty sent for Wu Tao-Tzu who was then well-known as one of the most celebrated Chinese artists. At the Emperor's request, the artist proceeded to paint Chung Kwei, exactly as His Majesty had seen in his dream. Subsequently, Chung Kwei was canonized with the title, "Great Spiritual Chaser of Demons for the Whole Empire."

Chung Kwei is also known as K'uei Xing, the Star God of Literature for his outstanding scholastic abilities. In this capacity, his duty is to oversee scholars and to ensure that they receive their dues. .

Considered a deity by the Taoists, Chung Kwei (sometimes spelt Zhong Kui or Chung K'uei) is most famous for his ability to overcome black magic spells. He is also considered an exorcist of the highest ability as he is said to have subdued 84,000 demon spirits and thereafter had them under his command.

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One of the most exciting Animal Styles of Shao-Lin Kung-Fu!

The Tiger is revered in China as the king of animals! Indeed, it is the largest cat on earth!

The Tiger represents strength, power, courage, independence, and spirit!

Within the Shao-Lin art, Tiger Claw is divided into four branches:
- Flying Tiger
- Golden Tiger
- Black Tiger
- White Tiger

The Chinese Shao-Lin Center of Albuquerque is ONLY martial art school in New Mexico that teaches the classical Tiger Claw style as well as all four branches!

☯️ Tai Chi Ch'uan/Chi Kung classes - every Wednesday from 6-7pm - all included in your Shao-Lin membership!

⛩ We just finished three months of the '5 Tones Chi Kung' as well as our 'Memory Training - Level 1'!

⛩ In addition to 24 Posture Combined Style Tai Chi Ch'uan, we are now working on 'Hua To's Near Perfect Breath' - a 2000 year old chi kung exercise that mimics the playfulness of the Bear, Tiger, Crane, Monkey, and Deer! The practice strengthens the internal organs, increase energy and blood flow, and promotes longevity!

⛩ Hua To was a famous physician in China, far ahead of his time! We will be discussing the amazing person in classes!

☯️ Advanced Hua To Chi Kung coming in May and June for Senior Black Belts!

The patterns and movement in our material will give your body AND YOUR BRAIN an amazing workout!

YING JOW NA
"Eagle Claw Seizes"
This Saturday, April 13th (12pm-2pm)
Open to White Belts and above!

Taught only once every 4 years - don't miss it!

Another amazing month of Shao-Lin Kung-Fu begins today!

The Spear is known as the KING of all the weapons due to its reach and power! The Tiger Claw style is FAMOUS for its tenacity and prowess! Both styles date back over 1000 years!

Coming Saturday, March 30th (12pm-2pm)!

The elegant straight sword (chien) is the only TRUE sword of ancient China, taking over 10,000 days to master! Begin your training NOW!

Drunken Boxing is a metaphor - it's about being drunk on life and overcoming inhibitions!

8 Drunken Immortals training
Tomorrow, Saturday, February 17th (12pm-2pm)
Open to White Belts and above!

Empowerment, flexibility, explosive power, health, longevity!