An Kungfu School

Christian Church, South Jiefang Road, Decheng District, Dezhou City, Shandong Province

An Jian Qiu

安剑秋

An Jian Qiu is a 5th-generation inheritor of his family's Wushu tradition, a lineage strongly centered on Baji Quan, Bagua Zhang, Xing Yi Quan and Taiji Quan. Born into a lineage of martial artists, his martial arts journy begane at age 6. e endured a childhood of strict martial arts training under his father, An De Sheng, mastering the physical techniques and deeply learning the philosophical concepts of traditional Chinese Wushu.By 16, he was training full-time, assisting his father at the family school and expanding his knowledge in An Family Taijiquan, Xingyiquan, and Baguazhang. At 19, he began specializing in combat training, learning Sanda.

An Jian Qiu's teaching career spans China and the international stage. He taught at Beijing Sports University, learning valuable experience from Master Shi ShenLin in LangFang, and founded the An Family Kung Fu and Traditional Culture Academy in Dezhou. He has also taught wushu as the headcoach at the Yunfei Wushu School in Hebei Province and at the MMA gym of the Beijing Culture and Language University in Beijing. His teaching philosophy integrates traditional Wushu with modern fighting methods, emphasizing practicality and respect for martial arts traditions. Over the years, he has instructed hundreds of students from different backgrounds, both in China and abroad.

Driven by a passion for combat and self-improvement, An Jian Qiu pursued competitive martial arts, excelling in San Da (Chinese Kickboxing) and traditional Wushu. He earned national recognition by winning first place in Xing Yi Quan and Baji Quan competitions in China, affirming his expertise in both internal and external martial arts. His relentless training, however, led to severe injuries, forcing him to reconsider his approach to martial arts.This period of reflection and recovery led to a profound understanding of Qi Gong, internal martial arts, and the ethical and health cultivation aspects of Wushu, moving beyond a purely combative focus.

His competitive achievements include:

Beijing Martial Arts Youth Festival Champion (2001)
National Bagua Zhang Invitational Championship Runner-Up (2002)
National Wushu Sanda Competition Champion (Baoding, 2004)
Shandong Traditional Martial Arts Competition Bajiquan Champion (2010, 2015)
Shandong Traditional Martial Arts Competition Staff Category Champion (2014)
International Youth Wushu Festival Champion (Beijing, 2014)
China Martial Arts Tournament Baji Quan Champion (Tianjin, 2016)
China Wuzhong Bajiquan Invitational Tournament Baji Quan Champion (Tianjin 2017)

With a growing reputation in the global martial arts community, An Jian Qiu has conducted seminars and workshops across Europe since 2012, including Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Greece, Switzerland and Austria. His mission is to promote authentic Chinese Wushu worldwide, ensuring that future generations, both in China and internationally, its practical fighting methods and its rich philosophical and traditional depth. By bridging tradition and modernity, An Jian Qiu contributes to the evolution of chinese martial arts, staying true to his family's legacy while adapting to the evolving martial landscape.

Passion

热情

An Jian Qiu was born into a multi-generational Wushu family, where the weight of upholding a demanding martial tradition shaped his life from an early age.The demands of his family's Wushu tradition were a constant, yet his passion for the art remained unwavering. His lifelong goal was to master his family's Wushu and excel in both its traditional and contemporary applications. More than just mastering forms and techniques, he understood the necessity of adapting to the evolving landscape of combat.Over the past 30 years, traditional Wushu has faced immense challenges, particularly in competitive arenas dominated by modern combat sports. Rather than resisting change, An Jian Qiu dedicated himself to bridging the gap between tradition and modernity, making it one of his life's central missions.

Through years of focused training, he forged his own system, combining the core tenets of his family's Wushu tradition with modern combat techniques, reflecting his lifelong dedication and over 35 years of experience. His unique interpretation and practice of these elements made him a champion in national traditional Wushu championships for Baji, Xingyi, and Baguazhang, as well as in professional Sanda fighting. His competitive success in both traditional and modern arenas is a testament to this integrated approach. But for An Jian Qiu, martial arts have never been solely about fighting; they are deeply intertwined with the philosophies of Daoism and Buddhism, shaping not only his teaching but also his way of life.

Beyond his personal achievements, An Jian Qiu is committed to sharing the rich variety and beauty of Chinese martial culture with the world. He aims to transmit the core principles of his system, emphasizing the interconnectedness of physical skill, ethical conduct, and philosophical understanding. His teachings are focused on the practical application of these principles, ensuring that students gain both martial proficiency and a deeper appreciation for the cultural heritage of Wushu."

Family History and Lineage

家族历史

The lineage of Baji Quan practiced by the An family originates from Wang Jing Po, a master of the 'Yan Shan' style of Baji Quan. This lineage can be traced directly back to the art's creator, Wu Zhong, through his daughter Wu Rong and Wang Jing Po’s teacher, Liu Da Jia Zi. Liu Da Jia Zi significantly refined the style before passing it to Wang Jing Po, who later taught An Ji Hai in Tian Jin. At a young age, An Ji Hai also learned some Baji basics from Li Shuwen, one of the most famous Baji masters. However, since Li Shuwen was already quite old at the time and no longer taught as actively, his influence on An Ji Hai’s development remained limited. Under Wang Jing Po’s strict and precise guidance, An Ji Hai developed exceptional mastery, ensuring that the art was preserved and deeply ingrained in the An family. Since An Ji Hai’s generation, Baji Quan has been passed down through each subsequent generation of the An family. Today, this tradition continues under Master An Jian Qiu, who carries the family’s legacy of Baji Quan into the modern era, upholding its principles and teaching its explosive techniques to new practitioners.

Xing Yi Quan, the first internal martial art incorporated into the An family’s Wushu, is renowned for its direct, powerful movements and its emphasis on harmonizing mind and body. The An family learned the Shenxian style of Xing Yi Quan from Master Liu Yun Ji, a disciple of Li Cun Yi, who was a student of Liu Qi Lan—himself a direct successor of the style’s founder, Li Ruo Neng. Initially known as "Xin Yi Quan" ("Heart-Mind Fist"), this art focuses on developing unity of intention (Yi) and energy (Qi) through foundational practices. An Ji Hai’s rigorous training and decades of dedication ensured that Xing Yi Quan became a vital part of the An family’s Wushu heritage. Today, this lineage continues to be taught by Master An Jian Qiu, preserving its traditions and principles.

Bagua Zhang, known for its signature circle-walking and intricate palm techniques, was introduced to the An family by Master Gao Yi Sheng. Gao’s lineage traces back to Cheng Ting Hua, a close disciple of Bagua Zhang’s creator, Dong Hai Chuan. Inspired by Taoist principles, Dong Hai Chuan designed Bagua Zhang to integrate eight fundamental elements into martial practice. Its flowing, circular movements mimic the Taoist ritual of circling a fire, symbolizing balance and transformation.Gao Yi Sheng innovated Bagua Zhang further, creating Hou Tian (Post-Natal) Bagua and integrating it with Xian Tian (Pre-Natal) Bagua. An Ji Hai, as one of Gao’s distinguished students, brought this unique style into the An family’s martial practice. Today, Master An Jian Qiu continues to teach both Xian Tian and Hou Tian Bagua, maintaining this essential part of their Wushu tradition.

Taiji Quan, famed for its graceful, meditative movements and focus on internal energy, was introduced to the An family by Qu Ke Zhang, a close friend of An Ji Hai and a Taoist monk from the Jing Yi An Temple in Tian Jin. Qu studied an ancient style of Taiji, passed down by Taoists from the Wudang Mountains, and excelled in Taiji sword forms. His education was enriched by interactions with numerous martial arts masters, including Cheng You Long, the son of Bagua Zhang master Cheng Ting Hua. Encouraged by their shared teacher Gao Yi Sheng, Qu taught An Ji Hai the intricate Taiji sword forms and internal principles through methodical repetition. Beyond martial arts, Qu Ke Zhang introduced An Ji Hai to traditional Chinese medicine, Taoist Qigong, meditation, and philosophy. Today, Master An Jian Qiu carries forward this rich Taiji Quan tradition, sharing its profound teachings with new generations.