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Chen Shiu

Sifu / Shaolin Master

Southern Shaolin Chinese master and first martial arts teacher of Chan Heung (founder of Choy Li Fut).

Quick Facts

Date of Birth18. století
Date of Death19. století
Era18th–19th century
Country of OriginChinaChina
Rank / TitleSouthern Shaolin Master
Active Yearsca 1780–1830

Biography

Chen Shiu (Chan Yuen-wu) was a Southern Shaolin practitioner in King Mui village who began training his nephew Chan Heung at age seven in traditional family Kung Fu.

Associated Martial Arts

Choy Li FutFounder→

A southern Chinese style founded in 1836 by Chan Heung. It joins the low stances and strong arms of the south with the long swinging strikes and turns of the north.