Ten kung fu enthusiasts from various parts of the world have gathered at the prestigious Qufu Shaolin Kung Fu School to pursue their passion for the ancient martial art.

Among them, Melody and Julien, hailing from Canada, were particularly drawn to the school in Qufu, Jining, finding it to be an ideal match for their aspirations.

Canadian couple Melody and Julien practice kung fu at Jining's Shaolin Kung Fu School. [Photo/Qilu News]

"Five years ago, we dreamed of learning kung fu, and our Canadian Kung Fu teacher mentioned this place in Qufu that teaches Shaolin kung fu. Upon discovering the school's offerings online, we realized it perfectly aligned with our goals, prompting our decision to travel here," said Melody and Julien as they reflected on the beginning of their journey.

As the sole international bilingual martial arts institution in Jining, Qufu Shaolin Kung Fu School welcomes students from around the world, offering comprehensive courses in Shaolin kung fu, free combat, and routine practice.

With an annual influx of over 500 international learners, the school has already trained more than 8,000 students from over 60 countries and regions.