Zhang Ai
Date
of Birth: 1928
Province: Beijing
Martial Arts Background:
Mr.Zhang grew up in extreme poverty. When he reached age 25 his poor health
condition drove him to study martial arts to help him survive. He first
studied 'San Wang Pao Chu' (3 kings cannon fist) with Master Zu Jung Wei.
In 1956 he learned 'Pao Chu's San Sau' combat technique from Mr. Chu Ting
Shu. Ever since then Mr.Zhang has competed in numerous Wushu competitions
often winning in the top 3 for many years since 1957.
After the Cultural Revolution Mr.Zhang decided to learn how to read and
write. His determination led him to become the most respected author in
Wushu. He has published over 100 books and material for the people of
China and gained to many awards from national publishers to list here.
Martial Arts Expertise in:
San Wang Pao Chu
(3 Kings Cannon Fist)
San Sau
Long & Short Weapon
Notable Achievements:
1998 A Demonstrator
on Quan Shu, Weapon, Dulin and Sanda in VCD published all over China
1994-1996 Award
winner on most outstanding individual on Wushu development for China
1992-1998 participates
on numerous Wushu Events demonstrations, judging and coaching.
1991 International
Traditional Wushu Exchange Competition Champion
1988 Award winner
of the best Wushu Reporter
1985 Beijing City
Senior's Wushu Competition Traditional Weapon & Traditional Quan Shu Champion
1983 Award winner of the Best of Beijing & China Wushu Instructor
1982 to present
Founding the San Wang Pao Chu Research Society
1979 Beijing City
Wushu Competition Long Weapon & Short Weapon all around Champion Quan
Shu 1st runner up 1977 Beijing City Wushu Competition Pao Chu Big Spear
1st runner up Champion
1972 Founder of
the Amateur Wushu Team