kung fu is considered to be one of the first martial arts in history. most martial arts can trace their heritage back to kung fu - practiced by monks in china more than 4000 years ago, the history of kung fu is shrouded in legend and mystery.

the practice of kung fu was brought to brazil by asian immigrants who arrived in the country during the 1960s. the association of kung fu shaolin norte has two academies in rio de janeiro located in flamengo and cosme velho.

the associação daruma taishi de artes marciais in jardim botânico is an amazing place to practice both muay thai and kung fu.