Shaolin Café – The Give Back Project
Heal the Mother. Equip the Child. Transform the Lineage
Small actions. Real generational change.
Join a movement where wellness, cultural wisdom, and community resilience converge—so your contribution today becomes someone else’s turning point tomorrow.
Women’s Wellness • Youth Mentorship • Community Qigong — All rooted in ancestral practice, built for modern South Africa.
What is the Give Back Project?
We don’t just offer programs—we build lineage care.
The Give Back Project channels your time, skills, or resources into three proven, self-sustaining initiatives:
🌸 BalanceHER: Holistic wellness for women through Qigong, TCM, and cultural reconnection
🥋 1MindBodyFitness: Kung Fu–based mentorship teaching Gen-Z focus, discipline & emotional resilience
🌍 SA Health Qigong: Certified community wellness training co-developed with masters in China
This isn’t charity. It’s a cycle of empowerment.
When a woman heals, her child inherits balance. When youth are equipped, communities thrive.
🤝 Trusted by Partners Who Believe in Rooted Change
Run by Shaolin Café in collaboration with wellness practitioners, schools, and cultural stewards across South Africa and beyond.
🧭 Choose Your Path to Impact
Whether you give an hour or lead a partnership, your role matters:
Volunteer: Share skills in wellness, digital support, or event coordination
Mentor: Guide youth through movement and mindset (training provided)
Sponsor: Fund a BalanceHER circle or Kung Fu Rise cohort
Collaborate: Co-create workshops, research, or cross-border exchanges
Start small. Start now.
One hour a week. One sponsored class. One shared skill. Consistency compounds.
📺 See the Work in Action
Active Projects
Shaolin-inspired training + BalanceHER wellness to build strength, calm, and confidence—without burnout.
Kung Fu Rise: Movement, Mindset & Balance
Shaolin-inspired training fused with BalanceHER wellness principles—building physical strength, emotional calm, and leadership in women and Gen-Z youth.
No burnout. Just resilience.
→ [Learn About Kung Fu Rise]
Heritage, Hustle & The Code: Youth Playbook
A practical guide helping young people turn cultural identity into real-world power.
“Heritage isn’t history. It’s your hack.”
→ [Releasing Soon – The Playbook]
Partners & Collabs
Collaboration That Multiplies Impact
Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting out, our partners provide an easy, supportive on-ramp—often with helpful resources and freebies.
Why it works
The Power of Micro-Action + Deep Roots
✅ Micro-commitments beat big promises — sustainable impact starts with consistency
✅ Wellness is reciprocal — givers and receivers both heal
✅ Community turns knowledge into outcomes — no one thrives in isolation
✅ Cultural pride is resilience — we restore heritage as a living toolkit, not a museum piece
“In nature and in life, every action creates a response. Let’s make ours healing.”
FAQs
What’s the easiest way to start?
Pick one micro-action: 1 hour/week, co-host a session, or sponsor a class.
Is this only for people in Cape Town?
No! Remote support (content, strategy, fundraising, admin) is vital—and welcome.
Are donations tax-deductible?
We’ll advise based on your location and the partner program (BalanceHER, 1MindBodyFitness, etc.). → Contact. for details.
I represent a brand or foundation—can we collaborate?
Yes. We co-create impact through sponsored cohorts, event partnerships, or international wellness exchanges.
How will I see the impact of my contribution?
We share real-time updates: participant stories, attendance metrics, and program milestones via email and this page.
✨ Ready to Code the Future of Resilience?
Join a Project
Become a Partner
Sponsor a Circle
Together, we’re not just giving back—we’re building forward.