THE EXPERIENCE

A place to practise.

Wudang Kung Fu Academy is based at Yuanhe Temple inside the Wudang scenic park and teaches tai chi, kung fu, bagua and qigong to foreign and Chinese students. It publishes prices of US$85 a day for short stays, or US$1,290 a month in a shared room with all meals. There are no fixed start dates, and a translator lives on site. It sends an invitation letter for an F or X2 visa once you have paid the deposit.

What you can practise

  • Wudang kung fu
  • Wudang tai chi
  • bagua
  • qigong
  • meditation

Where you will stay

Rooms usually shared by two, with AC and private bathroom; single room extra; three meals a day.

Time & commitment

No minimum; stay a few days, weeks or months; no fixed start dates. 2026 summer camp ran in 15- and 30-day blocks, June-August.

Published fees

Under one month: US$85 a day (double room) or US$95 (single); over one month: US$1,290 a month (double) or US$1,490 (single); room, three meals and classes included.

As published by the host on the date of our latest source check. Fees change; confirm the current amount and what it includes in writing.

Joining from overseas

Overseas participants addressed. Beginners to experienced; book before arrival.

Ask about English. Confirm instruction, translation and orientation for your specific programme.

DETAILS TO CLARIFY

  • The site gives no Chinese name for the academy; 元和观 is the temple in its address.
  • Teaching language is not stated; a translator lives at the academy.
  • A 40% reservation fee is due before the visa invitation letter is sent.
  • The shaolinwushu.org site links to it, so the two may share an agent.

Start a useful conversation.

Include your dates, nationality, language and previous experience when contacting the host.

  • Are you accepting overseas participants for my intended dates, and what is the full required length of stay?
  • Which sessions have English instruction or translation?
  • Where exactly will I sleep, and what are the room-sharing and meal arrangements?
  • What is the full daily schedule, total cost and cancellation policy?

THE EVIDENCE BEHIND THIS ENTRY

Read the original sources.

Latest source check · . The sources describe a residential programme; they do not confirm a place for your dates.

  • Wudang Short-term Class Host / organiserSource checked ·

    Less than 1 month $85/day (double) or $95/day (single); more than 1 month $1,290/month (double) or $1,490/month (single); includes application fee, classes, full room and board with 3 meals; no fixed starting dates.

  • FAQS Host / organiserSource checked ·

    40% reservation; official invitation letter for F or X2 visa sent after reservation fee; a translator lives at the academy; rooms normally shared by two; address Yuanhe Temple, Wudang Mountain Scenic Park, Shiyan 442700.

  • Summer Camp Class in 2026 Host / organiser · Programme / report date: 2026-06-01/2026-08-15Source checked ·

    2026 summer camp blocks from June 1st to August 15th, 2026, showing the school operating in 2026.

  • Kung Fu Masters Host / organiserSource checked ·

    Founder and grandmaster Hu Shi Huang; head coach Luo Li Zhi; several 15th/16th-generation Wudang disciples.

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