Shaolin transmissions
About me
阿弥陀佛 (Amituofo)
Master Shi Yan Man (释延满) is a Shaolin monk and Buddhist master from Shaolin Temple, China.
His mission is to share the richness of both traditional and contemporary Chinese culture, and the living heritage of Shaolin culture, with people around the world. Through his teachings and cultural activities, he promotes greater understanding, exchange, and appreciation of Shaolin tradition and Chinese culture.
Train with Master Yan Man
In China, Master Yan Man frequently travels to different cities to visit fellow monks and senior masters at their respective temples. These visits foster lasting relationships while providing opportunities to exchange experiences, share knowledge, and engage in mutual teaching and learning.
Each year, Master Yan Man also organizes retreats and summer camps, which are held at the Shaolin Temple or at other Buddhist temples across China. During these weeks, Master Yan Man leads teachings, meditation, and traditional Shaolin practices for participants from China around and the world.
Training · Retreat · Summer camp in FRANCE
In France, Master Yan Man lives and teaches at the Water and Land Chan Temple (水陆禅寺), located near Paris.
Alongside the temple’s daily Buddhist prayers and ceremonies, a variety of classes are offered throughout the year, including Buddhism, Chan (Zen) meditation, Chinese calligraphy, Qi Gong, Shaolin Kung Fu, and tea ceremony…
The temple regularly holds retreats, typically from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon. These retreats combine spiritual practice and training with accommodation and vegetarian meals, and are open to practitioners of all ages and levels.
In summer, the temple organizes a multi-week summer camp combining spiritual practice and intensive training, with accommodation, and vegetarian meals. Participants engage in daily practice, structured training sessions, and cultural activities, creating a fully immersive experience in Chan Buddhism and Shaolin culture. It is open to practitioners of all ages and levels.
Workshops · Seminars · Events
Master Yan Man is regularly invited to teach and share his knowledge at various Shaolin cultural centers, martial arts schools, Buddhist temples, and cultural institutions throughout China and internationally.
His teachings encompass a wide range of traditional Chinese arts and disciplines, including Shaolin culture, traditional Shaolin Kung Fu, modern Wushu taolu, Chan (Zen) meditation, Buddhism, Qi Gong, Chinese calligraphy, and tea ceremony… Depending on the occasion, he leads seminars, workshops, lectures, retreats, and intensive training programs for practitioners of all ages and levels.
Through these exchanges, Master Yan Man preserves and transmits the authentic traditions of Shaolin while promoting its core values of discipline, respect, compassion, and harmony between body and mind, helping students develop both their skills and their understanding of Shaolin culture and spiritual heritage.
Online courses
Online courses in Shaolin Kung Fu, Qi Gong, and Buddhism are designed as structured learning programs, guiding students through a clear, step-by-step progression. These courses allow practitioners to learn at their own pace while building both practical skills and a deeper understanding of the traditions.
Master Yan Man aims to make the authentic teachings of Shaolin accessible to students around the world. Through the online programs, he seeks to transmit the wisdom of Shaolin Kung Fu, Qi Gong, Chan Buddhism, and Chinese culture in a clear and practical way for modern learners.
Books
A book on Chinese culture, Shaolin culture, and Buddhism is currently being written. Drawing on his years of monastic practice, study, and teaching, Master Yan Man aims to share and transmit the wisdom, values, and rich cultural heritage of the Shaolin tradition.
Through his personal experience and insights, the book will offer readers a deeper understanding of Shaolin culture, Chan Buddhism, and the richness of Chinese culture, making these timeless traditions more accessible to a modern audience encouraging their integration into daily life.
Contact me for information
For any questions about teachings, retreats, courses, or temple activities, you are welcome to contact Master Yan Man.
Master Yan Man will respond as soon as possible and guide you according to your request.