Oliver From France, 3 Months
Name: Oliver Gotten
Country: France
Training Period: 3 Months
Date: Jul 15 to Oct 15, 2018
My three months training at Shaolin Wusu Training Center completely shattered my preconceived notions about martial arts schools. As a beginner from the United States, the experience far exceeded my expectations…
Frankly, I was prepared for hardship when I enrolled, but the conditions surprised me. International students were housed in student dormitories; I chose a single room with air conditioning, a private bathroom, and 24-hour hot water. Being able to take a hot shower after training was a lifesaver. The cafeteria was even more of a surprise. I was initially worried I wouldn’t be able to handle Chinese food, but after arriving, I found there were many choices for three meals a day, perfectly meeting my daily training energy needs.
Every morning, I ran for half an hour. I almost gave up during the first week, but after a month, my physical fitness skyrocketed. I was placed in a small class in the international department. The instructors had experience teaching international students, and initially, we communicated through gestures and “Kung Fu Mandarin,” but gradually I was able to understand their instructions. From simplified Tai Chi to being able to perform complete Shaolin Kung Fu, my muscle endurance improved significantly in three months. The most breathtaking experience was training with over ten thousand students—the collective breathing and shouts were awe-inspiring indescribable in any language.
If you ask me if it was worth it? My answer is: I will cherish this experience for the rest of my life.
