Comments about our kungfu training from the students

〈1〉My name is Shlomit [I’m a girl], I had trained under Qu Shifu's instruction at the age of 28 for a month, during which I learnt a lot from him and enjoyed it very much.

Qu Shifu's performing and teaching made me like it and want to learn as much as I could from him.

The trainings combined both internal and external work. He taught us mainly mantis-basics, a form ("Kata") and some qi-gong.

Qu-shifu was patient and thorough. He made us realize and understand the applications of each part of the form.

Qu-shifu was always ready to answer our questions. Every lesson ended with him asking if we have any questions, not to mention his replying to my e-mail questions after I had left.

As a teacher, he was not judgmental, rather - he encouraged us to work as much as we could.

when he noticed I was a little sick he treated me well and recommended of ways to practice (or rest).

It seems he knows a lot about many aspects of kung-fu such as point-massage, qi-gong and praying-mantis style; and he combines them in his teachings.

He truly likes martial arts, and considering all the Chinese and foreign students that keep coming to him, he apparently likes teaching as well. he told me he likes martial arts and that's why he likes all of us who are interested in the field.

I went on feeling that I got a lot from his teaching, and waiting for the opportunities to keep going on with it, in addition to many things I still have to work on.

For me, training under Qu-shifu was one of the greatest things I did in my trip to china. I recommend this experience to anyone who likes it, and I think Qu-shifu is a special teacher in china for foreigners, that sincerely cares about his student's martial arts trainings and can teach them a lot.

〈2〉As long as I can remember I have always been interested in Martial Arts and having studied various types of martial arts for many years, I felt it time to experience something others can only ever dream about.

At about the age of 7, I began studying Karate which later moved onto Muay
Thai, Kickboxing, Soo Yang Do and two different styles of Kung Fu.
When I first discovered Kung Fu and its methods of training, I knew that I would never look at another martial art. However with any martial art and
its teachings you always feel that you could be training harder and learn
more than what you are being offered so I started to look else where and
hopefully have the opportunity to train with a real Master in the martial
arts country of origin!
I traveled to China to be taught a style of Kung Fu that I had never seen
being practiced before.
The style of 'Tanglang' (Northern Praying Mantis) was quite breath taking
when being seen for the first time as it really is nothing quite like I had
ever seen before!
The movements are so fast and so smooth that it really can only be expressed as an art!
The Master that I had the honor of being taught by was known as Qu Pei Wen.
I had met many different 'Masters' of different Martial Arts before but
nobody even compared to how amazing this teacher really was! Watching him practice his forms was amazing and being taught this was even more spectacular!
I admit that the training was very hard at first but after a week or so you
begin to get used to it.
Being taught by Master Qu was something quite amazing as I was able to learn Qi Gong, Yi Jin Jing, Praying Mantis forms and stances and Praying Mantis boxing.
The training offered also increased my fitness levels, breathing and
strength.
Master Qu always ensured that you had learnt what he had taught you before moving on - something previous teachers that I have had did not seem to care about!
Master Qu is a perfectionist as he truly has mastered the art of Tanglang.
I kept a daily diary of everything that Master Qu said about training and
any pointers/advice that he had to offer. Having been home in the UK now for a couple of months, I still refer to this diary and practice what I was taught.
With a lifetime of training, Master Qu has proved to be the best martial
arts teacher that I have ever had or will ever have!
It really was an honor being taught by a true master like this and it
really was an experience that I will never forget!
I look forward to returning to train with him once again when I have
completed my studies here in the UK.
Thanks for everything Qu Sifu!

〈3〉I feel very lucky to have had the opportunity to study under Qu Shifu. I was only with

him for one month and I learned quickly from him. He is a man that is dedicated to his art and teaching. He has had many years of instructing and is good at it. Qu pushed me very hard during training and demanded perfection. He would often at the end of class talk for ten or fifteen minutes about the martial arts philosophy and also answer questions. I loved when he would talk to us because it was then that i would really begin to understand Kung Fu in its entirety. Sometimes in the evening us students would gather in Qu's room to talk with him. He was always happy when we would come to spend time with him and was laughing often. I admire how Qu seems to enjoy life to the fullest and was able to pass that on to us students. Even now that am back home in the United States Qu is available by email and happily answers any of my questions I have about my continued training. I hope someday I can train under him again! If anybody has questions about training with Qu Shifu you can feel free to contact me by email at thane17@yahoo.com

〈4〉When I came to China I didn't know anything about mantis boxing. But when I started to learn kung fu my interest grew very quickly. This animal style not just seemed to be a very

effective way of fighting but also a good way to train your body. After a while you can feel clearly a changing of your whole body. Joints and tendons become more flexible and stronger. That means also that you feel more comfortable in normal life. The internal training which is part of mantis boxing has a positive effect of the wellbeing, too. But first of all I think I have to thank Master Qu who made the training of mantis boxing because of his traditional and diversified way of teaching so interesting.

In mantis boxing there are not just fist forms to learn but also weapon forms. Some people say weapon forms are not practical. I would say that is not true because by handling a weapon such as staff or sword your body is getting also stronger and more flexible. Another point is that you have to learn to use not only the strength of your muscles but the strength of your whole body otherwise you will become very fast tired by doing forms. Especially forms with weapons. The real marital artists don't waste their time in building up their muscles by lifting weights. They generate their power by standing stands. I think that is the key of any kind of martial arts. By standing stands they also train their muscles but mostly it is to train the tendons to make them stronger and more flexible and above all to build up internal power. It is amazing to see how a master can use his internal strength to defeat an opponent who is much bigger than himself. The real martial artists are able to move their energy which is also called "Qi" through their body and focus it suddenly on a special point to give out strength. This is just a short overview what I have been taught in mantis boxing. But one thing is sure if you start to learn it you will like it because you will see that it affects the normal life in a positive way.

〈5〉My name is Lee Faller and I come from Glasgow, Scotland . I have been studying Kung

fu for 6 years now and I have trained with different teachers. Qu Peiwen has by far been the most impressive , I am very proud and grateful to master Qu for all that he has taught me and I plan to learn more from him in the future. Master Qu has unbelievable speed and power that you must see to appreciate. The thing that stands out most about master Qu is kindness he is more than a teacher he is also a friend. I have yet to meet another person who has the same passion for what they do. I would recommend anyone who has an interest in Chinese kung fu to learn from master Qu it will be an experience you will remember for the rest of your life. Thank you Qu Shifu.

〈6〉I want to express my gratitude to Qu Sifu, training martial arts with such a great Maste

r was indeed an honor. I've liked Chinese Martial Arts since I was 13 years old, ever since it had been my dream to come to China to learn martial arts from real Kung fu Masters. I had to wait 15 years for my dream to come true, I came to China on 2006 and had the opportunity of learning Mantis Fist from Qu Sifu. He really knows how to teach his students, he's patience, he will teach you step by step, he's strict with you, he always wants you to do things the right way, he's really a great Master and human being. Now my plan is to stay and keep learning Kung Fu in China, it is a sure thing that someday I will learn from him again.Thanks Qu Sifu.
My E-mail:Kungfutao@yahoo.com

〈7〉"I have so much to say, I do not know where to begin, but i will start by introducing myself. My name is David Hendry, I'm from Scotland.I came to China in February 2006 to study kung fu and I was lucky enough to find Master Qu.

When

i first arrived in China my physical conidtion was not very good, but under Master Qu's guidance and endless patience it improved rapidly, much faster than i could have hoped for, thanks to his vast knowledge of physical training and how to train individuals according to their needs, and also thanks to his vast knowledge of Qi Gong.

I have found Mantis boxing to be an amazing system for self defence and for health keeping.

One of the things i like best about Mantis is that it makes it easy for a smaller person to combat with bigger people or multiple opponents, due to it's use of internal strength, speed and redirecting opponents force, as opposed to using your own muscle power against your opponents muscle power.

Mantis also contains a lot of conditioning routines to strengthen bones and prepare the body to withstand attacks.

However my favourite part of Master Qu's teaching is the Qi Gong,this was the main contribution to the rapid improvement of my health, and a vital part of real kung fu.

When you study Mantis you get to see your body changing and becoming stronger, your tendons become stronger, and you become faster, this has made me far more confident and happy in my everyday life.

Master Qu is the greatest man i have ever met, he has skill that takes a lifetime to acheive, strength and speed that have to be seen to be beleived, discipline that only true masters have and patience and kindness that is so hard to find in people these days!

In fact, after the time I have spent with Master Qu, I have chosen to move my life to China so I can study under him for as long as possible. I plan on being here for at least the next 5 years, although I will probably be here much longer. If anyone has any questions on my experience learning from Master Qu feel free to email me at: kungfoodavid@yahoo.co.uk

Comments about kungfu training from the students