Carolina Monkey Kung Fu

Monkey Kung Fu
This class allows participants to explore this very special kung fu style. This may include observation of or participation in the exercises and training techniques as appropriate to the participant’s experience. General Kung Fu
The class offers an opportunity to the UNC community to learn and try out some of the basic and advanced exercises and techniques of Traditional Chinese Kung Fu. The goals is to introduce general (non-style-specific) Kung Fu as a traditional Martial Art by practicing movements starting from basic punches and kicks to more complex exercises like kung fu forms. Self-defense
This class attempts to help its participants with the understanding of main self-defense concepts and learning of kung fu based techniques and moves for practical application. The material is organized to allow participants to learn regardless of their previous experience levels. Breathing Exercises (Qi Gong)
Participants learn and practice Taoist breathing exercises similar to Qi Gong and Tai Chi to achieve results like maintaining and improving good physical and mental health. Special breathing techniques are introduced along with the breathing exercise forms (moment steps). Relaxation Techniques
During this class, participants will try and learn relaxation techniques and best practices through the combination of autogenic training, concentration exercises and breathing techniques. (Please bring a yoga mat with you if you have one. )