Coming through Shaolin Temple's main entrance, you’ll pass several wǔshù schools for children. On the right, about 500m in, is the Wushu Training Centre, with free performances by the novices – a quintessential part of the Shaolin experience, though some may find parts of the performance uncomfortable to watch. (There is no 9.30am or 5pm show in the off-season.)
Seats do fill up so arrive early if you can.