Show: Die Mönche des Shaolin Kung Fu

Shami's Path to Shaolin
The mysterious Zen monastery Shaolin in the heart of China has been the spiritual center of Zen Buddhism and the training center for monks to master Kung Fu for over 1,500 years. For millions of devout Buddhists, it is a sacred place; for those interested in martial arts, it is the center of energy.

For many hundreds of years, interested students have sought out the monastery from childhood to find their master and be initiated into the secrets of traditional martial arts. Those who find their master have the chance to achieve spiritual maturity and physical powers that allow them to master their Qi (life energy). However, the path to becoming a Shaolin master is difficult and long: years of practice, endurance, and deprivation are required, and a life following the strict rules of Damo, the mysterious founder of the monastery, is a prerequisite.

“Shami's Path to Shaolin” tells the story of a child on his quest for mastery. The show presents the fascinating and mysterious exercises of the monks, their masterful command of Hard Qi Gong, shattering sticks and iron bars on their bodies, and demonstrating that even the most sensitive body parts can withstand the tips of spears. It showcases in captivating video segments, filmed at the original location, the humble monastic life and the rigorous training. The show tells of the induction of the young student Shami into the temple, the trials he must face, and the deep relationship between student and master.
The monks teach the audience simple breathing exercises and take them on an emotional journey that proves everyone has the potential to master the body with the mind.

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