In pics: Shaolin weapons medley

Explore the dynamic movements with Shaolin double spears, which are a unique weapon in Shaolin martial arts, combining offense and defense with remarkable precision. The double spears allow for rapid, multi-directional and unpredictable attacks. Techniques require fluid coordination between both hands, creating a dynamic balance of speed and control.

The Shaolin staff is known as the "father of all weapons" in Shaolin martial arts. Unlike sharp blades or pointed spears, the staff is a blunt weapon, allowing monks to defeat opponents without inflicting fatal injuries. Shaolin staff techniques involve fluid, circular movements that require coordination of the whole body, from head to toe.

(All photos by CGTN's Chen Hongyu)