2-Day Shuang Yang Masterclass - May 11th to 12th

A 2-day intensive Shuang Yang Workshop in Lewisham, taught by Master Iain Armstrong on May 11th and May 12th, 2024.

By Nam Yang Pugilistic Association

Date and time

Saturday, May 11 · 9:30am - 5pm GMT+1

Location

Zhulin Hidden Village

100-104 Lewisham High Street London SE13 5JH United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 1 day before event
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday, May 11th

Doors open, registration 9.30am Teaching 10.00 - 1.00 with 15 minute break. Lunch 1.00 - 2.00 Teaching 2.00 - 5.00 with 15 minute break. Option to go for dinner together afterwards.

9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday, May 12th

Doors open, registration 9.30am Teaching 10.00 - 1.00 with 15 minute break. Lunch 1.00 - 2.00 Teaching 2.00 - 5.00 with 15 minute break.

About this event

  • 7 hours 30 minutes

We are excited to announce details of Master Iain’s long awaited Shuang Yang course. This will be the most detailed course that Master Iain has ever taught live and will not be repeated any time soon.

This course will follow our 70th Anniversary event on the evening of May 10th, so the 2 can easily be combined! We highly recommend you join us for all 3 dates.


What you will learn:

Detailed move by move tuition on each of the 66 postures and the transitions between them including:

  • How to do the posture.
  • Footwork.
  • Breathing.
  • How to stretch in this posture.
  • Movement of energy (chi) though the body.
  • Martial application.
  • Story of the name of the posture.

Torso movement. How to move, stretch and manipulate the torso.
Use of eyes, (guiding chi with the help of the eyes).
Breathing. Rising and falling of chi.
Embodied philosophy. Flow, wu wei, non resistance (bending like a reed), yin-yang.
Shuang Yang as meditation in movement.
Manifesting character values through practise: grounded, upright, relaxed, flexible.

There will be plenty time for questions. We will be getting straight down to business, though: only very short warm up-stretch sessions, just enought to get ready to practise safely. Every minute counts, master Iain is serious about passing on this treasured art.


About Your Teacher:

Master Iain has been studying and practicing the Shuang Yang for 43 years, and teaching it for 36. Few people alive can say that, and of those, even fewer are native to the English language, able to convey the depths and essence of this routine with such clarity and precision.

For the 1st time in half a decade, Master Iain will be returning to the UK to reconnect with his old students and new to pass on his knowledge to anyone who wants to learn. This will likely not happen again for many years.


What other students have to say:

"I consider Shuang Yang a real gift. I made a daily routing out of Qigong, Shuang Yang and meditation and it gives me relaxation and energy. I wouldn't have that if I wouldn't have learned it..." ~Matthias, Student


"Learning to calm my mind in that situation was one of the most powerful things I took away from the trip. That and the 'Shuang Yuang', an interesting and powerful moving meditation that takes a lifetime to master." ~Jon, Student


"This is THE place to train and develop your mind and body. Master Iain is an inspiration to learn from. Our talks in the morning had developed our minds to a new level. The training develops your body and coordination." ~Anders, Student

Frequently asked questions

Does the payment cover both days?

Yes!

Where is it?

Zhulin Hidden Village 100-104 Lewisham High Street London SE13 5JH.

Do I have to have prior experience?

Experience with Nam Yang will be beneficial and help you progress quickly through the masterclass. Beginners are welcome. If in doubt, please contact us at info@kungfuretreat.com

Can I pay on arrival instead?

Yes, given we have space available. Payment would be due on arrival in cash (GBP 159 or USD 199) There are 15 spots remaining (We'll try to update this weekly). If in doubt, just contact us.

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Nam Yang Pugilistic Association

Nam Yang Pugilistic Association, founded in 1954, is one of the world's oldest traditional Chinese Shaolin temple martial arts schools. Nam Yang continues to stand as a retreat for those seeking a profound journey of self-discovery and transformation. Since 2008, nestled on 12.6 acres of land on the side of a mountain spur, Nam Yang Kung Fu Retreat is a haven for individuals looking to contront themselves and break free from the constaints that hinder personal growth. Students that have trained with us have become world ranked martial artists, training in classic southern fukienese Kung Fu, Shaolin weapon systems, Chi Kung (Qi Gong), Meditation, the Shuang Yang, and more. Our demonstration teams have performed around the world.

Master Iain has been studying and practicing the Shuang Yang and the many arts of Nam Yang for 43 years, and teaching it for 36. Few people alive can say that, and of those, even fewer are native to the English language, able to convey the depths and essence of this routine with such clarity and precision. For the 1st time in half a decade, Master Iain will be returning to the UK to reconnect with his old students and new to pass on his knowledge to anyone who wants to learn. This will likely not happen again for many years. Our advice: Book now. You will not regret it.