Shaolin Warrior - West Wollonong

Shaolin Kung Fu for Adults

Traditional, Real, Demanding

Taught by Shifu Darrin
33rd generation lay Disciple

Or do nothing and stay not knowing your true potential

Something Real to Train for

Traditional Shaolin training for adults who want something real. Strikes, kicks, throws and locks, with the conditioning and focus that come with them.

Shifu Darrin demonstrating self-defence using Shaolin Chin'na joint lock

students practicing a Shaolin block and punch technique

students learning Shaolin level 1 throw technique

Sessions focused on teaching and developing Traditional Form - Taolu, Application - Yong, Chinese Kickboxing - Sanda, meditation breathwork - Qigong, plus conditioning, strength and flexibility.

You've done the things you were meant to do. Job, house, family. Somewhere along the way you stopped training for anything. The gym holds for a few weeks, then it doesn't.

Shaolin gives you something to work towards: forms to master, levels to earn, a body that gets harder and a head that gets quieter. Pushing harder only gets you so far. Here you learn the push and the stillness.

Is this for me?

I've never trained before.

Most of our adults hadn't. You'll start with the basics, and there's no ego in the room.

I'm not as fit as I used to be.

Plenty of people wait until they're "a bit fitter" to start. That day doesn't come on its own. The fitness comes from the training.

What if I'm 40, 50 or even 60?

Training adapts to your body and your old injuries. Shifu Darrin started in his 40s and is now in his 60s, and still trains hard.

"Every person who trains with me walked in feeling exactly that way. Every one of them."
Shifu Darrin

Your Instructor / Your Shifu

Shifu Darrin Bird,
33rd generation Shaolin lay disciple. Teaching in the Illawarra since 2017.

Teaching full-time since 2018 from the Shaolin Warrior studio on Crown St. West Wollongong.

"Patient, direct, and he'll correct you properly."

What a class looks like

Arrive 5-10 minutes before the class. Meet Shifu (the instructor), ask questions and discuss any medical concerns. Remove shoes, socks, jewellery and watches and place them in the cubby spaces with your water.

Shifu calls the class to start.

Everyone bows in and says "Amituofu".
Light mobility and stretching
Warm-up, light or hard depending on the session
Training for 30–40 minutes: Traditional form, skills, technique, strength or application (depending on session)
Time permitting, either flexibility or conditioning
Breath work (qigong) to finish, then bow out.

Class goes for about an hour, with several water breaks after the warm-up and during the training.

You'll train with a real mix of people: different ages, jobs and backgrounds, and most of them had never trained before either. Everyone is happy to help and show what you need to know.

Adult Kung Fu Group Schedule

Monday 6:30 pm
Tuesday 7:30 pm
Wednesday 6:30 pm
Saturday 10:00 am

Beginners welcome at every class. Full timetable →

Dave's Story: Training at Shaolin Warrior

Listen to Dave's experience of coming to train at Shaolin Warrior Martial Arts with Shifu Darrin. What it was like the first time and how it has impacted him physically and mentally.

Shaolin Warrior Student Reviews

Jordan Harrold

"Shifu Darrin's classes are fun and intense workouts which follow traditional shaolin warrior martial arts techniques.
Since starting classes with him I have seen an increase in my fitness and flexibility and I really enjoy learning a traditional and technical martial art.
I would recommend his classes to anyone of any fitness and experience level..... read more"

FAQs

Will I get hit?

Not hard. Partner work is controlled, and sparring is light, with no hard contact and no head strikes.

What do I wear?

Comfortable workout clothes, black if you have them. Bring water and a towel.

What if I have an old injury.

Tell Shifu Darrin before your first class and he'll adapt the training.

How often should I come?

Twice a week gives steady progress. Once a week still works, just a little slower.

Can teens train in this class?

Yes, teens ready for adult training are welcome. Parents, see Kids & Teens page for how we place teens or speak to Shifu Darrin.

How to Start Training at Shaolin Warrior

Your Shaolin Martial Arts journey starts by giving it a go. We recommend the two week VIP Pass as the place to start. No lock-in contract and no other commitment to get started.

Start Your Training with a VIP Pass

Experience all classes with
Unlimited* training for 2 weeks!

Once you have done your two weeks training on the VIP Pass or had your free session, have a chat with Shifu to see what classes suit you and the training plan best for your budget and how many times a week you want to train.