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Shaolin Seven-star Mantis Quan White Ape Offering Fruit Routine Instruction DVD LECTURER: Shi Dejun SKUDW110-01 SUBTITLEEnglish / Chinese TIME46 min Index: Shaolin Seven-star Mantis Quan White Ape Offering Fruit Routine Instruction DVD // Technical Routine / Seven-star Mantis // Combat Mechanics Traditional Shaolin Seven-Star Mantis Quan White Ape Offering Fruit Technical Routine Demonstrated By 31St Generation Shaolin Disciple Master Shi Dejun Index: Shaolin Seven-star Mantis Quan White Ape Offering Fruit Routine Instruction DVD // Technical Routine / Seven-star Mantis // Combat Mechanics Professional Defensive Skills Master the White Ape Offering Fruit routine. Learn the signature Mantis Hook and Grab. Develop integral strength and rhythmic speed. Expert Shaolin lineage instruction. This collection is a bridge to deep cultural martial roots. HISTORICAL CONTEXT Seven-star Mantis Quan (Qi Xing Tang Lang Quan) is one of the most iconic and effective branches of Northern Chinese Wushu. Its origins trace back to the early Qing Dynasty master Wang Lang, who developed the system after observing the predatory efficiency of a mantis capturing a cicada. The legend states that Wang Lang later resided at the Shaolin Temple for three years, where he integrated the temple's robust structural power with the mantis's agile trapping methods. 'White Ape Offering Fruit' (Bai Yuan Xian Guo) is a specialized routine within this system that combines the simian agility of the 'White Ape' sub-style with the signature 'Seven-star' footwork. Master Shi Dejun, a 31st generation Shaolin disciple and a 7th Dan Wushu expert, preserves this authentic lineage, showcasing the seamless blend of Shaolin tradition and Mantis combat logic. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS The 'White Ape Offering Fruit' routine is characterized by its 'Fluid Structure' and 'Cohesive Choreography'. It utilizes a sophisticated array of hand methods known as 'Gou Lou Chan Feng' (Hook, Grab, Twine, and Close). These techniques are designed to intercept an opponent's strike and immediately convert the contact into a counter-attack. The routine emphasizes 'Long and Short Actions' (Chang Duan Hu Yong), allowing the practitioner to fight effectively at multiple ranges. The rhythm is forthright and compact, with a focus on 'Integral Strength' (Jing Zheng). Every movement in this Technical Routine is a 'Combat Application' (Shi Zhan Ji Ji) designed to overwhelm an opponent through rapid-fire changes and deceptive angles. BIOMECHANICAL PRINCIPLES The biomechanics of Seven-star Mantis focus on 'Body-Fist Integration' () and the coordination of 'Hand and Foot' (Shou Dao Jiao Dao). Power is generated through 'Explosive Power' (Fa-Jin) that is sharp, sudden, and vibrating. The practitioner is taught to use the 'Seven-star' points of the bodyhead, shoulders, elbows, hands, hips, knees, and feetas coordinated weapons. This DVD provides deep insights into the 'Twining Force' (Chan Jin) required to neutralize an opponent's structure while maintaining a 'Rooted Agility'. By aligning the skeletal frame with the internal intent, the student learns to generate 'Short Power' (Cun Jin) that is a hallmark of the Mantis system. The biomechanical efficiency of the 'White Ape' movements allows for extreme flexibility and speed without sacrificing structural integrity. COMBAT STRATEGY AND PHILOSOPHY Strategically, the 'White Ape Offering Fruit' routine is about 'Changeability' (Bian Hua Wu Qiong). The practitioner is trained to 'Adhere and Follow' (Zhan Nian Lian Sui) using the mantis hook to control the opponent's limbs. The strategy involves 'Simultaneous Attack and Defense', where the defensive parry is itself the beginning of a strike. Master Shi Dejun explains the 'Chai Zhao' (dismantling) of the routine, showing how to use the 'White Ape's' deceptive entries to deliver decisive blows. This DVD is an essential resource for martial artists seeking to master the 'Profound and Practical' heritage of the Shaolin Mantis lineage, offering a professional pathway to technical mastery and combative excellence. Master Shi Dejun Biographical Profile: Shi Dejun A Contemporary Shaolin Practitioner of Chan, Wushu, and Medicine Shi Dejun, a 31st-generation disciple of the Shaolin Temple, is a distinguished representative and promoter of contemporary Shaolin Chan-Wu-Yi (Zen, Martial Arts, and Medicine) culture. He is not only a master of traditional Shaolin martial arts but also possesses profound expertise in Zen meditation and Shaolin traumatology. He is a steadfast practitioner of the Shaolin philosophy: "entering Zen through martial arts and aiding the world through medicine." Martial Arts Background: Zen Heart and Martial Courage Master Shi Dejun entered Shaolin at a young age, systematically mastering traditional forms (such as Xiao Hong Quan and Lao Hong Quan), combat techniques, and various secret weapons. He emphasizes the "origin" of Wushu, advocating that high-intensity martial training is a vehicle for tempering the mind and character. His expertise in traditional Shaolin Hard Qigong and internal cultivation is reflected in his powerful and robust movements, embodying the fierce spirit of Shaolins direct and forceful combat style. Legacy and Contribution: Global Apostle of Chan-Wushu Culture Master Shi Dejun is dedicated to bringing Shaolin culture to the global stage. He has led numerous delegations abroad for cultural exchange and instruction, promoting the Shaolin Chan-Wu lifestyle worldwide. Beyond physical techniques, he teaches Zen meditation and wellness principles, achieving a true trinity of Martial Arts, Zen, and Medicine. He has chaired the compilation of several works on Shaolin Wushu, making significant contributions to the preservation of Shaolin as an intangible cultural heritage. Artistic Style: Brave, Authentic, and Spiritually Profound His martial performance is vigorous and awe-inspiring, with every movement reflecting the sincerity and determination of a dedicated practitioner. For him, Wushu is more than physical exercise; it is a form of "meditation in motion." Advocating for "compassion as the foundation and martial arts as the protector of virtue," his profound Zen foundation infuses his movements with a transcendental and spiritual aura. Index: Shaolin Seven-star Mantis Quan White Ape Offering Fruit Routine Instruction DVD // Combat Application / Hook and Grab // Traditional Martial Arts HERITAGE ARCHIVE: This instructional media is part of the Chinoiserie2008 Traditional Wushu Collection. Our mission is to preserve the authentic lineage and technical standards of Chinese martial arts through systematic digital documentation. ID: DW110-01 TAGS: Seven-star Mantis | Shaolin Kung Fu | Shi Dejun | White Ape Offering Fruit CHINOISERIE2008 ARCHIVE - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED