Chinese Shao-Lin Center
About
The Chinese Shao-Lin Center offers training in MMA and karate disciplines, providing a comprehensive martial arts education. Students benefit from experienced instructors like Master Abram, Master Leslie, and Elder Master David Soard, who are praised as superior teachers with deep knowledge of forms such as Heart Will 12 Animal Sword and White Snake Battles the Monk. The school emphasizes traditional weapons training including monk staff and nunchaku, along with Tai chi forms taught on Wednesdays that students describe as particularly valuable for developing muscle memory and graceful movement.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the superior instruction from masters like Abram, Leslie, and David Soard, describing them as knowledgeable and supportive. Students highlight the transformative impact on both mental and physical health, with many noting unexpected benefits that have changed their lives. Specific training elements like Tai chi forms, weapons work, and animal-style techniques receive particular appreciation, with several reviewers mentioning they would not train anywhere else. The only concern mentioned is financial constraints preventing some from continuing their training, but this does not diminish their positive regard for the school.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Michael Buie Films (PlatinumProductionzLtd)
a year ago
I've visited the Chinese Shaolin Center in Albuquerque (I'm from Raleigh) for a special Heart Will 12 Animal Sword form and had a great time. I've trained with the Master there on occasion, and he is a superior instructor. He has a fine school with some other students I love! I am visiting again soon for "White Snake Battles the Monk" form again taught by Elder Master David Soard, who is a wealth of knowledge! I'm always excited to visit any of his schools! Can't wait!
Allison Rae
4 years ago
I had began my training around 2002, learned to memorize each style for each belt. They want you to succeed. Yet, it's up to you. Been low on funds. I do hope to be back. I would not go anywhere else.
Crystle Ingram
a year ago
Shaolin Kung Fu is a transformative practice that can greatly improve health and contribute to graceful aging. The positive impact it has had on my mental and physical well-being has been truly unexpected. I am constantly striving to push my limits and challenge myself, and I have emerged as a different person – one whom I deeply cherish. I am immensely grateful to Master Abram and Master Leslie for their guidance and support.
Howard Jow
2 years ago
I trained here many years ago when I still lived in Albuquerque. I believe the master at the time was named Abram. I learned enough to reach yellow. The Tai chi forms taught on Wednesdays were the best. I really wish I kept practicing them. I learned the monk staff and nunchaku weapons and Tai chi stepping. Here's the funny thing. I don't use any of these techniques these days as I stopped training due to work and moving away. But I hope to get back to it if my daughter shows an interest. The Tai chi stepping technique is like muscle memory. I do it subconsciously when walking or running and my wife claims she sometimes can't hear me moving around the house so I often startle her when entering a room even though I ran up the stairs and felt like I was making noise. I feel bad because I wasn't trying to scare her, but she sometimes jumps when I start talking as I assume she heard me. She told me if I didn't make more noise I would have to wear a small bell around my neck. I assume at the higher levels you can hide your breathing and heartbeat like The Hand in Daredevil (why you would need this who knows, let's say for your physical health). This is a good school.
Michael Blea
2 years ago
Honestly best decision I made was to join this amazing community. ❤️
Contact
6001 Gibson Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday: Closed