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The second batch of Southern Fist Joint Returning to the Mountain Stele Ceremony was held at the South Shaolin Temple in Putian to trace the roots and ancestors of Southern Fist
On August 2, 2026, on the occasion of World Martial Arts Day and National Fitness Day, the "Seeking Roots and Ancestral Land of Nanquan Returning to the Mountains - Second Batch of Nanquan Joint Returning to the Mountains Stele Ceremony" was grandly held at the South Shaolin Temple in Putian. This event is hosted by the South Shaolin Martial Arts Promotion Association of Fujian Province. More than 400 people from more than 20 schools of Nanquan from Guangdong, Guangxi, Fujian, Zhejiang, Hong Kong and other places gathered in their ancestral homes to trace the cultural heritage of NanShaolin martial arts through erecting monuments, exhibitions and exchanges, and write a new chapter for the protection and inheritance of Nanquan intangible cultural heritage.PART.01Visiting ritual ancestorAt 9:00 am, representatives and guests from various schools visited the Historical and Cultural Museum and the ancient temple halls one by one. Through cultural relics, images, and visual materials, they systematically learned about the thousand year history of the Southern Shaolin Temple and the dissemination of Nanquan culture in Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, and Hong Kong.Subsequently, everyone moved to the ancestral hall and stood solemnly to worship the martial arts masters of Nanquan throughout history. In a solemn atmosphere, representatives of various schools offer incense and perform martial arts rituals in sequence, expressing deep remembrance of their predecessors' contributions to founding the school and passing on art and virtue. This ceremony is not only a tribute to the ancestors of martial arts, but also embodies the profound spiritual core of "remembering the source of drinking water and respecting teachers and valuing the way" in the inheritance of Nanquan, further consolidating the cultural consensus of various schools with the same roots and traditions, and passing on the torch from generation to generation.PART.02Monument unveilingAt 9:30, the ceremony of returning to the mountain and erecting a monument began with the welcoming ceremony of Lion Wu. After watching the promotional video and sitcom "Southern Shaolin", the chairman of the Fujian Southern Shaolin Martial Arts Promotion Association and the abbot of the Southern Shaolin Temple, Master Kong Xing, delivered a welcome speech.He pointed out that "Nan Shaolin Temple is the ancestral home of Nan Quan, and more importantly, the spiritual bond that connects martial arts colleagues at home and abroad. This time, returning to the mountain to erect a monument is not only a return to the skills, but also a reshaping of the cultural roots." He emphasized that today's return to the mountain is not the end, but a new starting point for Nan Quan to move from "fighting on their own" to "grasping fingers to form fists." Nan Shaolin Temple is willing to build an exchange platform for Nan Quan styles from all over the world and discuss the path of intangible cultural heritage protection together.Subsequently, representatives from the Eighteen Paths, Lu Jiaying, the Dragon Fist, Zhou Zhenjiang, the Minghe Fist, Huang Xiaodong, and the Southern Shaolin Martial Arts Association, Lin Chunjie, spoke one after another, expressing their firm wishes to trace their origins and promote the spirit of Southern Fist.The unveiling ceremony of the monument pushed the event to a climax. The commemorative stone tablet engraved with the inheritance history and development of various schools has been officially completed in the square of the South Shaolin Inheritance Hall, symbolizing the "return to the ancestral home" of the various schools of Nanquan and marking a new stage in the inheritance of South Shaolin martial arts.PART.03Board MeetingAt 12:30 noon, the second meeting of the second council of the Promotion Association was held at the South Shaolin Inheritance Hall. The meeting studied policy documents such as the "15th Five Year Plan for Building a Strong Sports Nation" and watched a review video of "Chengmai Huanxin - Three Year Record of the Protection and Inheritance of South Shaolin Intangible Cultural Heritage Martial Arts (2024-2026)", which comprehensively presented the fruitful achievements of the Promotion Association in recent years in excavation and sorting, returning to the mountains to erect monuments, and cross regional exchanges.The council listens to the annual work report and issues appointment letters to newly hired special advisors and honorary vice presidents. Master Kong emphasized in his summary that we should take the "15th Five Year Plan" as a guide, strengthen standardized construction, promote the vitality of Nanquan intangible cultural heritage in upholding integrity and innovation, and call on all schools to unite and contribute their martial arts strength to the construction of a sports powerhouse.PART.04Southern Fist ExhibitionAt 13:00 in the afternoon, the "Southern Fist with a Thousand Year Rhyme and Eight Directions with a Thousand Miles of Wind -2026 World Martial Arts Day · National Fitness Day Southern Fist Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritance and Exchange Conference" was brilliantly staged. Vice President of the Promotion Association, Venerable Xianfeng, Chinese Martial Arts Eight dan Zhou Qingquan, President of the Guangdong Southern School Martial Arts Research Association, Zhou Zhigui, President of the Hong Kong Cai Yinchuan Wing Chun Association, Cai Yinchuan, and Director of the Fujian Martial Arts Sports Management Center, Wu Xianju, delivered speeches successively.Subsequently, representatives of martial arts groups from Fujian, Guangxi, Guangdong, Zhejiang, Hong Kong and other places took turns on stage, winning cheers with their combination of strength and softness in Nanquan techniques.This ceremony is another grand event for various schools of Nanquan to return to their ancestral homes, following the "Cross Sea Traceability · Returning to the Mountain Dynasty" in 2025. The event, linked by martial arts, not only strengthened the centripetal force of Southern Shaolin as the ancestral home of Southern Boxing culture, but also achieved deep mutual learning and integration among various schools through cross regional exchanges.This joint Guishan Stele and Intangible Cultural Heritage Exchange Conference is not only an important milestone in the protection of Nanquan intangible cultural heritage, but also a vivid practice of implementing the "Sports Power" strategy and demonstrating confidence in Chinese culture. It will surely inspire the vast number of martial arts colleagues to work together and continue to write the era's glorious chapter of Nanquan culture in upholding integrity and innovation, contributing the unique strength of martial arts practitioners to the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation.
Jointly promote the torch of Shaolin culture in southern China, Yulin City, Guangxi Province. The 18th Road Shaolin Martial Arts Association in Fumian, southern China pays tribute to ancestors and exc
On the occasion of the successful one-year anniversary of the South Shaolin Intangible Cultural Heritage Martial Arts Protection Achievement Exchange Conference, on July 5, 2025, Lu Jiaying, the president of the 18 Road Shaolin Martial Arts Association in Fumian, Guangxi, led a delegation of more than 20 people to visit our temple for ancestral exchange. The abbot, Master Kong, warmly welcomed the guests, and Master Yan Cheng attended the reception. This exchange covers temple tours, ancestor worship, martial arts performances, and cultural discussions. Both sides will discuss the origins of martial arts and explore a new chapter in the inheritance of Shaolin martial arts culture in the south.Tracing back to the roots, showing sincerity, offering incense, and honoring ancestors, carrying on the torch of inheritanceIn front of the solemn gate of the South Shaolin Temple, President Lu Jiaying and his delegation paid tribute to their ancestral home with traditional martial arts etiquette. The delegation followed Master Yancheng on a tour of the temple, listening to the historical evolution of the thousand year old ancient temple, and gaining insights into the Southern Shaolin spirit of "unity of Zen and martial arts". In the the Shakya ManiHall, people worshipped incense and worshipped ancestors. Lu Jiaying expressed emotion: "South Shaolin is the root of the Eighteen Way Kung Fu. This visit to ancestors is not only a journey to find roots, but also a starting point for cultural inheritance." His words deeply demonstrated the deep sense of belonging of the martial arts association to the ancestral hall.Martial Arts Exhibition, True Chapter, Interactive Integration, Inclusive ExhibitionIn the inheritance hall, both sides take turns showcasing Southern Shaolin martial arts. The Fu Mian Association showcased the essence of Southern martial arts with its fierce and agile 18 way Lao boxing technique, while Southern Shaolin martial monks performed classic Wei Tuo boxing that blends Zen elements, attracting cheers and applause. The great monk Kongxing praised, "The complete preservation of the Southern Shaolin martial arts by our fellow disciples in Yulin is gratifying. It is the persistence of various branches in different regions that enables the continuous development of Southern Shaolin culture." During the on-site interaction, sparks of collision between the two martial arts schools were ignited, demonstrating the inclusive nature of Southern Shaolin culture.Talking Together, Inheriting and Carrying on Mission, Promoting Culture, and Embarking on a New JourneyAt the symposium, both sides had in-depth exchanges on topics such as the protection of intangible cultural heritage martial arts and talent cultivation. Kong Xing Da Monk emphasized: "As the ancestral home, Nan Shaolin Temple shoulders the responsibility of promoting Zen and martial arts culture and carrying forward the Chinese cultural heritage. We are willing to work together with fellow practitioners from all over the world to make martial arts not only a skill, but also a link to convey the spirit of peace and resilience." President Lu Jiaying responded that the Fu Mian Association will fully cooperate with the promotion of ancestral home culture and make Nan Shaolin martial arts shine with stronger vitality in the new era. This ancestral worship activity is not only a return to blood and family ties, but also a resonance of cultural mission. Putian South Shaolin Temple will gather various forces with an open attitude, promote the creative transformation and innovative development of South Shaolin culture, and make greater contributions to the inheritance of excellent traditional Chinese culture.
Stage play 'Southern Shaolin'
Step into the theater of 'Southern Shaolin' and cross the millennium old holy land of Zen and martial arts, allowing us to understand the rise and fall history of Southern Shaolin and immerse ourselves in the charm of its intangible cultural heritage martial arts!During the Sui and Tang dynasties, the monks and soldiers of Shaolin Temple in Songshan assisted Emperor Taizong in pacifying the world and were awarded the title of "Monk Soldiers". During the Zhenguan period, Abbot Tanzong sent Dao Guang to lead 500 monk soldiers southward to Fujian to suppress pirates. Emperor Taizong ordered the construction of the Southern Shaolin Temple on Jiulian Mountain in Putian. Amidst the clouds and mist of the tea mountains, the monks lived on the mountain, with equal emphasis on agriculture and Zen, and self-sufficient cultivation. On weekdays, he practices martial arts and meditation to strengthen his body. He created the Southern Shaolin boxing technique, which is known as the "Southern Boxing and Northern Leg" along with the leg skills of Northern Shaolin, and has become the center of Southern martial arts. During the Jiajing period, Japanese pirates were rampant, and more than a hundred monks and soldiers from Southern Shaolin rushed to the coast to resist them. Monk soldiers wielding iron bars, brave and skilled in battle, have repeatedly defeated Japanese pirates and destroyed Japanese nests. In the early Qing Dynasty, the Southern Shaolin Temple was burned down and the monks were martyred. Temples are destroyed, martial souls are not extinguished, monks and soldiers are scattered among the people, art is passed down to disciples, and Nanquan is passed down from generation to generation.A thousand year old temple has gone through ups and downs. In 1986, the temple ruins were rediscovered, and the stone grooves of the Song Dynasty's "monk soldiers" proved their glory. The temple has been rebuilt, and Zhao Puchu inscribed the title "South Shaolin Temple". The spirit of Zen and martial arts is like the clouds and forests of Jiulian Mountain, shining forever on the precious land.
Selected Martial Arts: The Mighty Wind of Southern Shaolin
Selected martial arts will showcase our temple's protected boxing styles, Wei Tuo Quan and Shi He Quan; Traditional Chinese martial arts competitions include Southern Fist, Pictographic Fist, Damo Sword, Overlord Spear, Three section Stick, Double mace, Shepherd Whip, Shaolin Ditan Fist, and Shaolin Hard Qigong.The formation of copper monks and iron is like a rainbow,An inch of force shattered the blue sky.It's not the art of striving for strength and fighting,The origin of Zen mind and martial bones is the same.
Lion Martial Arts Shines on Lingnan: Celebrating the 15th Anniversary of Hongsheng Liang Pavilion at Shaolin Temple in Putian South
At the 15th anniversary celebration of Foshan Hongsheng Cai Lifo Liang Weiyong Lion Dance Martial Arts Hall, thunderous drums and a gathering of heroes were heard. Master Yanxin of our temple, accompanied by Coach Zucheng and martial monks Zurui and Zuxun, crossed mountains and seas to meet friends through martial arts and celebrate the grand event together.On the occasion of the celebration, the martial arts style of South Shaolin was majestic and majesticCoach Zucheng's set of "Wei Tuo Five Skills" is full of vigor and vitality, showcasing the strength of Buddhist protection; The martial arts performances of Zu Rui in 'Demon Suppression Fist' and Zu Xun in 'Cai Lifo's Ten Great Beats' were thunderous and powerful, with unparalleled strength. It is evident that the various schools of martial arts, including Cai Li Buddha Fist, have once again performed with great force and solid techniques, showcasing the essence of both Northern and Southern martial arts, igniting a sense of pride throughout the hall.Master Yanxin was entrusted by the abbot, Master Kongxing, to present a calligraphy painting titled 'Lion Martial Lamp' as a gift. The four characters penetrate through the back of the paper, carrying a deep respect for the fifteen years of perseverance of Hongsheng Liangguan, and also a silent tribute to the two places' shared martial arts roots and heart lamps. This scroll hangs high, like a spiritual lighthouse, illuminating the deep friendship between Hongshengliang Hall and Nanshaolin Temple, which is built on the bridge of martial arts and has lasted for a long time Looking back at the past, Hongsheng Liangguan is based in Lingnan, while Nanshaolin is rooted in central Fujian. Although the mountains and rivers are far apart, they both take it as their responsibility to inherit the spirit of Chinese martial arts. The older generation of martial artists braved hardships and regarded the essence of Southern Fists such as Cai Lifo Fist as precious treasures, dedicating their entire lives to guarding the flame. It is precisely this obsession of "lights continuing" that has planted the ancient fist in the current of the times, still pulsating with a strong pulse of vitality. The celebration has come to an end, and the friendship will last forever. Our temple sincerely wishes Hongsheng Liangguan a bright future and a prosperous military career. We hope that both sides can work together and not only ignite the brilliant flame of Chinese martial arts on the land of China, but also promote this cultural treasure that embodies millennium wisdom to cross oceans and shine on the world stage. The spirit of lion martial arts will shine like an eternal light, illuminating the world and being passed down forever!
Friendship Lasts | American Shaolin Disciples Return to South Shaolin Temple in Putian for Ancestral Visit
On the morning of June 27th, principal of Shaolin Martial Arts Center of the United States , Mr. David, worshiped the ancestors with more than 50 Shaolin disciples from the centre in the Putian Southern Shaolin Temple . The abbot, Monk Kongxing, warmly welcomed and accompanied them to exchange ideas.Friendship Forever At 9:30 am., the pilgrimage ceremony was held in the Grand BuddhaHall.Mr. Davidwith the delegation prayed, expressing the Shaolin disciples' respect for the roots of Chinese martial arts and their remembrance of the ancestors of martial arts. At 10 am., the Sino-US Martial Arts Culture Exchange conference began. First of all, the Abbot, Monk Kongxing and Mr. David's wife, Ms. Xiulun, delivered speeches respectively. Both sides agreed that they were looking forward to the meeting for a long time and hoped to deepen exchanges and enhance friendship. Then, Putian Southern Shaolin Temple and the United States Shaolin Martial Arts Center signed the "Strategic Cooperation Framework Agreements", aiming to deepen cooperation, jointly promote the spread of Southern Shaolin martial arts in the United States andafriendlypeople-to-people communication and mutual learning between the two countries. The Southern Shaolin Temple also issued a "Certificate of Honor" to David and his wife, in recognition of their 53 years of engagement in the promotion of Shaolin martial arts. Friendship Forever Later, the Chinese and American martial arts took turns to present on stage: instruments, boxing, hard Qigong and other wonderful performances which were shocking. It was not only the contest of strength and beauty, but also the exchange of heart and heart. The martial artists used their own efforts to interpret the essence and charm of Shaolin martial arts. In addition, Lion Awakening, Qin Zheng ensemble, dancing, male solo and other programs also colored the atmosphere. Nice Day 2024.06.27 After the performance, the two parties gave gifts to each other and took a group photo in front of the "Pilgrimage Monument of Return" at the gate of the Southern Shaolin Heritage Hall. Guishan Pilgrimage Monument has witnessed the deep love between the two sides which was set up in 2000 by Mr. David on his first visit to Putian Southern Shaolin Temple . The activity successfully finished at around 11:30 am. The abbot Kongxing expressed the hope that this exchange would become a new starting point for the cooperation between the two sides, with the prosperity and development of Chinese and American martial arts culture, the enhancement of the exchanges and understanding between the two peoples which could help the Sino-US friendship pass on, even contribute to the healthy and stable development of Sino-US relations.
Day 1 of the Conference | Launch Initiative to Forge a New Chapter for the Protection of Southern Shaolin Martial Arts Heritage
On June 29, the Exchange Conference on the Achievements of Intangible‑Cultural‑Heritage Protection for Southern Shaolin Martial Arts was grandly held at the Inheritance Hall of Putian Southern Shaolin Temple. This conference serves not only as a comprehensive display and exchange platform for the protection achievements of Southern Shaolin intangible‑cultural‑heritage martial arts, but also marks a new starting point for its inheritance and development. At 3 p.m., the conference officially kicked off. Key leaders present at the meeting included: Yang Bangjie, Former Vice‑Chairman of the Central Committee of the China Zhi Gong Party; Chen Yongjie, Vice‑President of the International Wushu Federation and President of the Asian Wushu Federation; Wu Mianguo, Deputy Secretary‑General of the Standing Committee of Fujian Provincial People’s Congress; Zhang Zhongfa, Deputy Director‑General of Fujian Provincial Department of Ethnic and Religious Affairs; Zhang Hongguo, Director of Southern‑style Boxing Special Committee of Zhejiang Wushu Association; Cai Guoping, Deputy Director of the Standing Committee of Putian Municipal People’s Congress; Huang Jianguo, Director of Putian Municipal Bureau of Ethnic and Religious Affairs; Liu Jitang, Mayor of Licheng District People’s Government; Guo Lihong, Deputy Chairman of Putian Municipal Committee of the China Zhi Gong Party and Chairman of Putian Municipal Federation of Returned Overseas Chinese; Lin Zhiqiang, Deputy Director‑General of Putian Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism; Ke Xiangdong, Deputy Director‑General of Putian Municipal Sports Bureau, and others. In addition, experts, scholars and wushu enthusiasts from home and abroad attended the conference. Gathered at Southern Shaolin Temple on Jiulian Mountain, they jointly witnessed this memorable moment.Session 1Opening Ceremony With the opening of the stage play 'Southern Shaolin', the atmosphere of the conference was instantly ignited. This stage play is set against the backdrop of the history of Southern Shaolin, showcasing the profound and unique charm of Southern Shaolin martial arts through vivid performances. Subsequently, the host opened the event and played congratulatory videos from people at home and abroad, including Wu Tinggui, Vice President of the International Wushu Federation, and Tian Suhui, Vice President of the Chinese Wushu Association. They congratulated the conference and hoped that everyone would work together to better protect, inherit, and develop the martial arts heritage of South Shaolin. Following that, Liu Jitang, the head of the People's Government of Licheng District, delivered a welcome speech, welcoming the leaders, experts, scholars, and martial arts enthusiasts who attended the conference. He emphasized that as a characteristic culture of Putian, the Southern Shaolin martial arts carry profound historical and cultural heritage and are an important part of the excellent traditional culture of the Chinese nation, not only in China but also in the world. Afterwards, Chen Yongjie, Vice President of the International Martial Arts Federation and President of the Asian Martial Arts Federation, delivered a speech, stating that it is our duty to promote the inheritance and development of intangible cultural heritage martial arts culture in the new era. We must let more people understand and love it, and jointly promote the inheritance and development of martial arts culture.Second stageCommunication and advocacy At the cultural exchange session on the protection of intangible martial arts heritage in Southern Shaolin, Chen Jiayuan, the head of the Department of Education at Chinese Culture University in Taiwan, made a speech on strengthening cultural exchange and cooperation, promoting the preservation of intangible martial arts heritage. The speech was both theoretical and practical, providing valuable ideas and suggestions for the protection and inheritance of martial arts heritage. The following report on the protection achievements of South Shaolin intangible cultural heritage martial arts culture pushed the conference to a climax. Professor Zhu Jiaxin, former vice president of the School of Physical Education at Putian University, gave a detailed introduction to the excavation and protection of the intangible cultural heritage of Southern Shaolin martial arts, which provided participants with a clearer understanding of the historical origins and current protection status of Southern Shaolin martial arts. The Nanshaolin Temple Martial Monks' Troupe showcased the newly applied martial arts Weituo Quan and Shihe Quan, allowing the audience to feast their eyes and experience the unique charm and profound heritage of Nanshaolin martial arts. ▲ Slide to view more exciting boxing pictures ▲In addition, martial arts representatives from Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Zhejiang, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, and overseas also took the stage to introduce the development of martial arts in their respective regions and showcase their unique techniques such as Nanquan. These exhibitions not only allowed attendees to appreciate the diversity and breadth of Southern Shaolin martial arts, but also further enhanced their sense of identity and pride in Southern Shaolin martial arts culture. After the exhibition, Master Kong Xing, the president of the Fujian South Shaolin Martial Arts Promotion Association and the abbot of the Putian South Shaolin Temple, read out the "Proposal for the Protection of South Shaolin Martial Arts Heritage". This proposal is not only a solemn commitment to the protection of South Shaolin martial arts heritage, but also provides ideas and methods for future protection work.The third stage As the host announced the successful end of the event, the attendees stood up and applauded, and took a group photo on stage to record this unforgettable memory.Building a New Chapter of Southern Shaolin Martial Arts Culture Together This South Shaolin Intangible Cultural Heritage Martial Arts Protection Achievement Exchange Conference is not only a martial arts exchange, but also a cultural feast. Through this conference, we have gained a deeper understanding of the unique charm and important value of Southern Shaolin martial arts culture, and have also strengthened our determination and confidence in protecting and inheriting this intangible cultural heritage. Let's work together to promote the protection, inheritance, and development of the Southern Shaolin martial arts heritage, conduct research on Southern Shaolin culture, carry out martial arts exchanges and dissemination, enhance friendly exchanges and mutual learning among people, and jointly write a new chapter in Southern Shaolin martial arts culture! Let the South Shaolin martial arts, an excellent traditional Chinese culture, play its due role in the times and shine brightly in the world!
On the second day of the conference: signing a convention to jointly safeguard the millennium inheritance of Southern Shaolin martial arts
On June 30th, the South Shaolin Martial Arts Heritage Protection and Inheritance Exchange Seminar was held in the conference hall of Sunshine Holiday Hotel. The attending leaders and guests at the conference include Chen Yongjie, Vice President of the International Wushu Federation and President of the Asian Wushu Federation, Zhang Hongguo, Director of the Nanquan Professional Committee of the Zhejiang Wushu Association, Zheng Xuxu, Vice President of the Fujian Wushu Association and former Dean of the School of Physical Education at Jimei University, Hu Jinhuan, a professor at Fujian Normal University, a national honorary level martial arts referee, and a ninth dan of Chinese martial arts, Fang Jinhui, former station of the China Sports News East China Reporter Station, as well as experts, scholars, and martial arts enthusiasts from home and abroad. At 9:00 am, the seminar kicked off and was chaired by Professor Zheng Xuxu. In the first session of the conference, the abbot of South Shaolin Temple, Master Kong Xing, presented certificates such as the "Nine Lotus Gold Award" to outstanding martial arts performers at the South Shaolin Intangible Cultural Heritage Martial Arts Protection Achievement Exchange Conference, in recognition of their achievements. In the second session of the meeting, the overall initiator, Master Kong Xing, and the heads of 30 domestic and foreign organizations took the stage to sign the "Convention on the Protection of the South Shaolin Martial Arts Heritage", and issued certificates and took photos to all contracting parties.This convention aims to jointly promote the protection, inheritance, and development of the Southern Shaolin martial arts heritage. The signing of the convention clarifies the responsibilities, obligations, and rights enjoyed by all parties in the protection of the Southern Shaolin martial arts heritage. This marks a new level of protection for the heritage of Southern Shaolin martial arts, which will surely gather the broader strength of the martial arts community, bravely shoulder the mission of protecting the heritage of Southern Shaolin martial arts, and promote the development of Southern Shaolin martial arts. In the third session of the conference, Master Kong expressed sincere gratitude to all participants for their efforts and stated that protecting and inheriting the heritage of Southern Shaolin martial arts requires extensive participation from everyone. Southern Shaolin martial arts should be used as a bridge to promote exchanges and mutual learning between Chinese civilization and civilizations in various regions of the world, build a community with a shared future for mankind, create peace for the world, and seek happiness for humanity. Subsequently, experts, scholars, and boxing leaders shared their experiences and made suggestions on the protection and inheritance of boxing styles, allowing us to deeply feel the profoundness of Southern Shaolin martial arts and the hardships of the inheritance path. At the same time, it also shows us the infinite possibilities for this heritage to radiate new vitality and energy. All contracting parties work together and actively provide valuable suggestions for the future development of Southern Shaolin, pointing out the direction for the protection and inheritance of Southern Shaolin martial arts heritage. Finally, Chairman Chen Yongjie summarized the conference. He encourages everyone to unite and cooperate together, unleash their intelligence and make efforts to inherit and protect the intangible cultural heritage of Southern Shaolin martial arts, and make greater contributions to the prosperity of martial arts culture in Asia and even the world! Thus, the South Shaolin Martial Arts Heritage Protection and Inheritance Exchange Seminar has been successfully held. We know that this is just the beginning. In the days to come, we will continue to work hand in hand to safeguard this millennium martial arts heritage and let it shine even brighter in the new era!
Southern Fist Alliance | Intangible Cultural Heritage Liancheng Fist and Five Fists Shine in Singapore
From November 1st to 5th, a Hakka boxing delegation consisting of five Liancheng Quan inheritors (Huang Lin, Luo Yuquan, Huang Delin, Huang Jianzhong, Xie Jinluan) from Liancheng County and two Wumei Quan inheritors (Qiu Guixiang, Qiu Jinlian) from Shanghang County shone at the "2024 International Qiongpai Martial Arts and Hakka Traditional Martial Arts Observation Conference" held in Singapore. The seven inheritors showcased the profoundness and vigorous vitality of traditional Hakka martial arts in western Fujian on the international stage with their exquisite martial arts skills. This "observation meeting" was invited by Chen Yuanxin, the inheritor of Liancheng Boxing in Singapore and the head of Chongzheng Hakka Boxing Society in Singapore.01Liancheng Fist Style At the conference, Liancheng County, known as the hometown of martial arts in China, sent five inheritors of Liancheng Quan, including Huang Lin, Luo Yuquan, Huang Delin, Huang Jianzhong, and Xie Jinluan, to participate. They jumped and moved on the international stage, showcasing the heroic posture of provincial-level intangible cultural heritage and Hakka green lions (Liancheng Dance Green Lions); Waving fists and dancing sticks, practiced multiple routines in the provincial intangible cultural heritage Liancheng Quan, such as Changquan, Tiger Stretching, Toad Searching for Water, Eyebrow Knife, Hook and Sickle Spear, etc. The powerful, precise, versatile, and unique Liancheng Quan has won rounds of applause from international martial arts enthusiasts. 02Five Fist Style The two inheritors of the Shanghang Women's Five Fists, Qiu Jinlian and Qiu Guixiang, showcase the unique charm of Chinese martial arts women with their exquisite skills and tenacious spirit. Their brilliant performance at the observation meeting won rounds of applause from the audience, allowing the world to witness the power and wisdom of Chinese martial arts women. Extraordinary significanceThis grand event not only provides an international stage for Hakka boxing to showcase its charm, but also promotes martial arts exchanges with Singapore, the Netherlands, Belgium, Vietnam, Malaysia, as well as Hainan and Hong Kong in China. Through this exchange, representatives of Minxi Hakka martial arts not only learned the advantages and strengths of other martial arts schools, but also showcased the unique charm and profound heritage of Minxi Hakka boxing to the world.
Southern‑style Boxing Fellowship | Guangdong Southern Martial Arts Exchanges for Inheriting Intangible Cultural Heritage
The 2024 Guangdong Southern School Martial Arts Exchange Conference and "Welcoming the National Games" Traditional Martial Arts Exhibition were held on the evening of December 21 at the Longtouhuan Village Cultural Square in Shaxi Town, Zhongshan City. More than 100 inheritors of traditional martial arts from Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Foshan, Dongguan, Huizhou, Zhaoqing, Jiangmen, and local areas gathered together to make friends through martial arts.01Cultural historyTraditional Wushu has a deep mass base in Zhongshan City, and 19 traditional boxing and weapons projects have become representative projects of municipal intangible cultural heritage, among which Shaxi Town has three "Dragon's Head Ring 18 Palms", "Zhongshan Shaxi Yuejia Boxing" and "Saint Lion 18 Arhat Boxing".Shaxi Town has achieved numerous results in promoting the "National Fitness Movement", and the general public has a high level of participation in activities such as table tennis, basketball, and swimming. The most well-known achievement is winning the national "Village BA" basketball championship twice. In fact, Shaxi Town is still the hometown of traditional martial arts. Among the 24 natural villages under its jurisdiction, 14 villages have martial arts schools that provide long-term public welfare education of traditional martial arts.Longtouhuan Village is a famous overseas Chinese hometown under the jurisdiction of Shaxi Town, with a large scale and a history of over 700 years. The village committee has long strongly supported the inheritance and development of traditional martial arts and dragon and lion activities in the village. The Zhongshan municipal intangible cultural heritage project "Dragon Head Ring Eighteen Palms" is the core routine of Hongjiaquan, which has been passed down for over a hundred years in the village. In preparation for the 15th National Games to be held in Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macau, with strong support from the Guangdong Southern School Martial Arts Research Association and the Shaxi Town Government, the village committee organized this traditional martial arts exchange event.02Southern Fist StyleAt 7:30 pm that evening, the activity began with the lion dance. This event is divided into four parts, including the exhibition of the Five Schools and Thirteen Fists of Southern Martial Arts, the performance of traditional martial arts equipment, and the exchange of Shaolin martial arts and local traditional martial arts in the class, with nearly 60 items.Yang Zhaonong performs the "18 Fists of Dragon Head Ring"Huang Zhitang performs' Zhongshan Shaxi Yue Family Fist 'Bai Huaxing performs "Eighteen Arhat Fists of the Holy Lion"Master Yang Zhaonong from Longtouhuan Village showcased the Thousand Character Eighteen Palms of the Hong Family Fist with his profound skills and majestic aura, followed by the Liu Family Dayun Heavenly Fist, Cai Family Simen Pile Fist, and Li Family Head Fist. Master Mo Yulin from Huogang Village, Lilin Town, Huizhou City, is a leading figure in the national intangible cultural heritage project Mo Family Fist. His display of the "Mo Family Ghost Feet" is unpredictable and fierce.Li Xujin performs Cai Family Fist "Four Door Stakes"The inheritors of national intangible cultural heritage projects such as Cai Lifo Fist and Wing Chun Fist are no less outstanding, and the inheritors of Buddhist Fist, Zhou Family Fist, Bai Mei Fist, Zhu Family Praying Mantis Fist, Yue Family Fist, and Huang Xiaoxia Fist spare no effort. The anti Japanese swordsmanship performed by Kong Xianghong was a killing skill taught to the 19th Route Army of the National Revolutionary Army by his Grand Tutor Huang Xiaoxia. In the continuous blade light, it seems to recreate the war-torn anti Japanese battlefield.Kong Xianghong performs Huang Xiaoxia's anti Japanese broadsword techniqueLiang Xiying performs the unique equipment "Twin Phoenix Wings" from the Luo Liang Guild HallLiang Xiying, the inheritor of the intangible cultural heritage project "Zhongshan Luoliang Martial Arts", performed the unique equipment "Double Phoenix Wings" of the Guangdong Hong Kong Macao Luoliang Association, which opened the eyes of the audience with its unique appearance and expression. The wonderful performances such as the horizontal stool, nine toothed rake, six finger rake gun, dragon boat oar, 䦁, grass gun, pick up, crutch, etc. also received warm applause from the live audience. The martial arts transformation of production and daily necessities is a concrete manifestation of the popularization of traditional martial arts.Shaolin Iron Fist in Liang Jiahe Performance ClassShaolin martial arts in the class is a martial arts system formed by the introduction of Southern Shaolin martial arts into Cantonese opera troupes, which was little known in the past. At the evening party, a group of inheritors who were introduced to Kantou Village, Liantang Town, Gaoyao District, Zhaoqing City by famous Cantonese opera performer Liang Erdi and another group of inheritors who were introduced to Datang Village, Houjie Town, Dongguan City by famous Cantonese opera performer Lan Gui performed on the same stage. Liang Jiahe from Kantou Village, despite being only seven years old, left a deep impression on the audience with his ability to perform Iron Fist with a serious and impressive style. The revival of Southern style martial arts in Cantonese opera on stage provides rich content for the excavation and organization work of this project.Extraordinary significanceThe Guangdong Southern School Martial Arts Research Association is committed to uniting outstanding inheritors of traditional martial arts to carry out the excavation, organization, research and inheritance of Southern School martial arts. In the afternoon of that day, the association held its third general meeting of members in the Party and Mass Conference Room of Longtouhuan Village, and elected a new leadership collective led by Zhou Zhigui and Zhang Nan.
Southern Fist Alliance | Five Fists Showcase the Charm of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Three Regions, with Fist Rhythm Connecting Both Sides of the Taiwan Strait
From June 11 to 13, 2025, the 17th Cross‑Strait Forum · Guandi Cultural Tourism Festival was held on Dongshan Island, Fujian. Martial artists of Wumei Boxing from both sides of the Taiwan Strait gave joint performances. Beside the Wind‑Moving Rock, firm‑and‑gentle boxing movements interwove with ocean waves and bell chimes, presenting the spiritual resonance of martial arts embodied in "the shared boxing spirit across the Strait". As a treasure of Southern Fist, Wumei Boxing takes martial arts as a medium, interprets the spirit of loyalty and righteousness at the sacred site of Guandi culture, and builds a bridge for cross‑strait cultural exchanges. Amid blue seas and green mountains, martial artists, with the momentum of "Splitting Huashan Mountain with One Blow", jointly compose a new chapter of the era featuring "martial‑art‑driven integration and bonds linking the two sides of the Taiwan Strait".02Longyan Intangible Cultural Heritage · Wumei Boxing Performance On June 13, 2025, events for the Cultural and Natural Heritage Day were held at Yongding Tulou in Longyan. The well‑balanced performance of Wumei Boxing inheritors stood out as a highlight. Their stances — fierce as a tiger pouncing down the mountain and nimble as a snake flicking its tongue — fully embodied the essence of Hakka martial arts and won thunderous applause from the audience.This event not only showcased the charm of intangible cultural heritage, but also demonstrated Longyan’s resolve to carry forward the Hakka martial spirit. At the "Joyous Tulou" Theatre, the brilliant rendition of Wumei Boxing vividly illustrated the fruitful achievements in the preservation and revitalization of intangible cultural heritage. 03Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritance · Enduring Charm of Martial Arts On Cultural and Natural Heritage Day, June 14, 2025, the Shanghang County Wumei Boxing Association demonstrated this intangible‑cultural‑heritage martial art dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. Its distinctive style — "as firm as iron, as supple as water" — embodies ancient people’s philosophical reflections on heaven, earth and nature, as well as inheritors’ original aspiration of upholding traditions while pursuing innovation.As a jewel of Shanghang County’s intangible cultural heritage, Wumei Boxing has undergone decades of inheritance and development and is radiating new vitality through living‑heritage practices. Its force‑and‑grace‑infused boxing charm unfolds a vivid cultural panorama for audiences, demonstrating the vigorous vitality of traditional martial arts in modern‑day society. Extraordinary SignificanceCentered on Wumei Boxing as a cultural bond, the three events were splendidly staged respectively during the Cultural and Natural Heritage Day, Hakka Intangible Cultural Heritage activities and the Cross‑Strait Guandi Cultural Tourism Festival. Through balanced boxing performances combining hardness and softness, they not only illustrated the inheritance philosophy of "upholding traditions while pursuing innovation" for this intangible cultural heritage, but also advanced the in‑depth integration of regional and cross‑strait cultures. From Longyan Tulou to the coastal isle of Dongshan, Wumei Boxing, with its unique martial appeal, vividly interprets the cultural value and vibrant vitality of traditional martial arts in contemporary society.
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