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Train Your System. Find Your Centre.

Shaolin Kung Fu • Tai Chi • Qigong – from external to internal. For every body.

Structured Online Training in Classical Chinese Systems

Cape Town & Online Worldwide

“At 1MindBodyFitness, we believe in training the body as a single, intelligent system. Our slogan guides everything we do — from Kung Fu to Qigong.”

Why 1MindBodyFitness

At 1MindBodyFitness, we teach the classical Chinese internal arts as one connected system of lifelong learning. Through Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Qigong, Recovery & Resilience, and specialised learning pathways, our goal is to help people build strength, mobility, resilience, and greater body awareness—one practice at a time.

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🥋 Training Pathways: External & Internal Systems

Traditional Chinese martial arts are often misunderstood in the West as a single system called “Kung Fu.”

In reality, they consist of two complementary training sectors: external conditioning systems and internal cultivation systems.

At 1MindBodyFitness, we teach both in a structured, progressive way.

🔷 External Systems (Shaolin Conditioning)

External training focuses on physical structure, strength, coordination, and martial mechanics.

This includes foundational systems such as:

    • Shaolin 12 Spring Legs (Tan Tui) – leg strength, balance, flexibility, and foundational Shaolin conditioning (online)
    • Wing Chun Kung Fu – close-range structure, efficiency, timing, and direct energy application (online & in person)

These systems develop physical power, alignment, coordination, and martial discipline.

🔶 Internal Systems (Tai Chi & Qigong)

Internal training focuses on breath, awareness, nervous system regulation, and energy efficiency.

This includes:

    • Tai Chi – balance, flow, posture, and integrated movement
    • Qigong – breath regulation, internal awareness, and energy cultivation
    • Recovery & Resilience practices – modern application of internal arts principles for daily life

These systems develop calm strength, adaptability, and internal control.

Kung Fu - Body mechanics, rooted structure.

Kung Fu & Wing Chun

Body mechanics, rooted structure.

 

Qigong & Meditation

Tai Chi & Qigong

Balance, breath, nervous system.

 

1MindBodyFitness: Martial Arts Therapy for Strength, Serenity, and Vitality

Recovery & Longevity

Tui Na, Asian eating, self‑care.

 

One System. Two Expressions.

External and internal training are not separate philosophies.

They are two expressions of the same developmental pathway:

    • External builds structure → Internal refines awareness
    • External builds strength → Internal builds efficiency
    • External builds form → Internal builds integration

Together, they form a complete system of human development through movement.

Who trains here

Our students include:

    • teenagers learning foundational Kung Fu
    • adults developing balance and mobility through Tai Chi
    • seniors improving strength, posture, and movement confidence
    • practitioners refining internal arts and long-term training systems

No egos. No competition. Just structured, progressive training for all ages and stages.

Every Path Builds the Same Foundation

Although each pathway has its own focus, they all develop the same core qualities: efficient movement, balanced breathing, body awareness, resilience, and lifelong learning.

Whether your interest is martial arts, health, recovery, or personal development, each practice contributes to a more integrated understanding of how the body works.

Who trains here

Our students include: teenagers in Kung Fu · adults finding balance in Tai Chi · seniors recovering mobility · coaches refining internal arts.

  No egos. No competition. Just disciplined, progressive training.

Learn from Experienced Teachers

1MindBodyFitness brings together decades of practical teaching, coaching, clinical experience, and traditional martial arts training.

Amanda Lan

    • Founder of BalanceHER
    • 7th Dan Kung Fu
    • 5th Dan International Health Qigong Technical Coach
    • Specialist in movement education, women's wellbeing, and Qigong coaching

Dr Jeff Lan

    • Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
    • Acupuncturist
    • 9th Duan World Organisation of Wushu/Kung Fu Masters
    • 6th Dan International Health Qigong Technical Coach
    • Founder of Intrinsic Energy Healing Therapy

Together, they combine traditional knowledge with practical teaching to help students develop lifelong skills for movement, recovery, and wellbeing.

📍 Cape Town – Weekly in‑person class

One class per week – held at Shaolin Café / 1MindBodyFitness.

Open to online members and local students.

Plus, occasional refinement workshops for deeper practice.

📅 Live stream available for those who cannot attend in person.

Recordings are saved in the video library.

🌿 Acupuncture – Dr. Jeff Lan

Traditional Chinese Medicine. Registered medical practice.

Pain, stress, internal balance – complements your training.

Separate clinical service – not part of membership.

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Shaolin Café Events

Workshops · Community gatherings · Special seminars · Collaborative wellness events

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Continue Your Learning Journey

Learning doesn't begin or end with a single class.

Explore the pathway that best suits your interests.

📖 Books

Build your understanding through comprehensive guides on Qigong, Tai Chi, Kung Fu, and holistic wellbeing.

🎥 Guided Video Courses

Learn step by step with structured demonstrations and practical instruction.

📰 Articles & Seasonal Insights

Discover how traditional Chinese internal arts apply to modern everyday life.

👥 Membership

Access a growing library of classes, resources, and ongoing learning.

🏯 In-Person Training

Join us in Cape Town for weekly classes, workshops, and community events.