IShowSpeed’s Inspiring Journey at the Shaolin Temple
YouTube sensation Darren “IShowSpeed”recently embarked on an exciting adventure at the iconic Shaolin Temple located in Zhengzhou, China. During his live streaming tour, he engaged with both students and instructors practicing Kung Fu, with the primary goal of understanding the deep-rooted traditions and disciplines of the temple.
This immersive experience included rigorous training sessions, where Speed had the honor of learning directly from one of the esteemed masters of the temple. The outcome of this venture was a remarkable online success, amassing over 6.5 million views on YouTube shortly after the stream aired.
Master’s Praise for IShowSpeed’s Dedication
Following the stream’s tremendous reception, Speed’s training master spoke positively about the streamer, emphasizing his exemplary work ethic:
“I wanna say, Speed is a very hardworking, highly ambitious, and very conscientious person… during the training sessions, including his understandings of Kung Fu.”
As the video concluded, the master reflected on their bond, noting how it evolved:
“Speed is a very nice person… I feel like I also made a good friend, all in all.”
A Connection Beyond Language
IShowSpeed’s trainer highlighted that their relationship extended beyond mere words, especially applauding Darren’s commitment as a learner:
“Sometimes, the communication between people… It doesn’t need too many words; a glance is all it takes to know, and he takes it seriously.”
Speed’s transformative journey commenced with a respectful request for permission from Master Shifu, during which he demonstrated his dedication by partaking in traditional rituals. Following this, he donned his Kung Fu uniform and embarked on the rigorous ascent to the training area.
As the training intensified, Speed was introduced to essential Kung Fu stances like the Ma Bu (Horse Stance), aimed at improving his strength and balance.
Watch the training process here
Trials of Strength: Iron Body Training
During a particularly grueling segment known as Iron Body training, Speed was tested to the extreme. He endured strikes from a wooden stick, intended to enhance his physical resilience. These trials were demanding, leaving him momentarily writhing in pain on the ground by the end of the session.
Despite the challenges, his trainer recognized Speed’s impressive physical capabilities:
“Speed is very strong. When I was training, sometimes I have to hold his shoulders and his muscles are very strong…”
New Developments from IShowSpeed’s China Tour
In a related event during his time in China, a mural celebrating IShowSpeed was unveiled, featuring lyrics from Wowkie Zhang’s “Sunshine, Rainbow, White Pony.”This artistic tribute highlights the impact Speed has had on fans and followers during his travels.