The Five Animals of Shaolin Kempo

The Five Animals of Shaolin Kempo: Tiger, Crane, Leopard, Snake, and Dragon, with their traits and educational messages

The Hidden Animal

Monkey

Adaptability, Creativity & Ingenuity

The Monkey teaches us to think creatively, adapt to changing circumstances, and find solutions that strength alone cannot provide.

In the dojo: Adjust to new challenges and apply technique with awareness and imagination.

Beyond the dojo: Stay curious and look for a better way when the first approach fails.

Five traditional animals. One hidden animal. A lifetime of learning.