The mission of the Shaolin-Do Association (SDA) is to preserve the arts of the Shaolin Temples of China, develop the mental and physical abilities of its members, provide a community for its members and their families, and instill a spirit of excellence in our endeavors.
To Preserve the Arts of the Shaolin Temples of China
This statement, more than any other, defines what the SDA is about: preservation of the Shaolin art. It is our primary reason for being. Only by learning, practicing and teaching will the art survive. The members of the SDA are dedicated to this first statement so future generations can benefit from the knowledge that was gathered by the monks of the Shaolin Temples.
Develop the Mental and Physical Abilities of Its Members
To truly represent the Shaolin art, we must train ourselves to be the best we can be, with the abilities that were given to us. SDA members encourage each other, in a positive and helpful manner, to reach their goals.
Provide a Community for Its Members and Their Families
The SDA is committed to building a framework for the exchange of ideas and information for its members. The Shaolin arts are thousands of years old, but every day someone rediscovers an aspect that may have been overlooked. In the light of new research, new meanings can be given to thousand-year-old teachings. The SDA is dedicated to bringing the information to its members.
Instill a spirit of Excellence in All Our Endeavors
What we learn in Shaolin-Do can and should be used in our daily lives. The SDA wants to share with all its members the individual successes of the students of Shaolin-Do. As SDA members, we strive to be a success through dedication and consistent effort in all of our activities.
News
Save the Dates!
Posted: Monday, October 7, 2019
 | We've got lots of exciting events coming up this fall and winter. Be sure to mark your calendars with all of the following events that interest you! Sunday, October 13th @ 12:00 PM — Hsing I Six Harmony Staff with Elder Master Tim Ray Elder Master Tim Ray will teach the Hsing I Six Harmony Staff form. The cost is $50 and can be paid at the door. Sunday, November 10th @ 12:00 PM — Springy Leg Praying Mantis with Senior Master Ben Collins Senior Master Ben Collins will teach the Springy Leg form from the Praying Mantis system. The cost is $50 and can be paid at the door. Saturday, December 7th @ 9:00 AM — Pa Kua Eight Animal Hook Swords with Grandmaster Sin Thé Grandmaster Sin Thé will teach the last four sections of the rare Pa Kua Eight Animal Double Hook Swords form. This event will be at the Oleika Shrine Temple on Southland Drive. Registration Form (PDF) Saturday, December 7th @ 2:00 PM — Walking Chi Kung - Level 2 with Grandmaster Sin Thé Grandmaster Sin Thé will teach the second level of his walking meditation. This seminar is open to the public. This event will be at the Oleika Shrine Temple on Southland Drive. Registration Form (PDF) Sunday, December 8th @ 9:00 AM — Lower Rank Testing Grandmaster Sin Thé will hold a lower rank test for anyone who is ready to test. Sunday, December 8th @ 11:00 AM — Black Belt Testing Grandmaster Sin Thé and a committee of masters will hold a black belt rank advancement test for any black belts who are ready and eligible to advance. |
New Masters!
Posted: Monday, September 9, 2019
Congratuatlions to the following students who were promoted by Grandmaste Sin Thé on Saturday at the 2019 Fall Gathering in Lexington, KY: Associate Master Chad Carpenter — 5th Degree Black Belt from Hebron, KYSenior Master Bill Standafer — 7th Degree Black Belt from Winchester, KYElder Master Gordon Burkett — 8th Degree Black Belt from Cynthiana, KYElder Master Jim Halladay — 8th Degree Black Belt from Eerie, PAElder Master Tim Ray — 8th Degree Black Belt from Lexington, KYElder Master Joe Schaefer — 8th Degree Black Belt from Austin, TX |
Expanded Rank Advanement Requirements
Posted: Wednesday, July 24, 2019
For anyone that is interested, we wanted to repost the expanded black belt and internal rank advancement curriculums. Black Belt Curriculum (PDF) Internal Curriculum (PDF) |