Headquarters
American Wu Shu Society
Grandmaster Edward Aguirre
P.O. Box 5898
Astoria, NY 11105
USA
718-204-7966
1968-1980 Twelve years extensive training in
Mainland China.
Shandong Province, Jinan City – Masters: Zheng Hai Zhen, Liu HuaiLiang.
Beijing – Shi Cha Hai Sports School – 1978-1980 with Elite members of Beijing Team.
Beijing Sports University – 1978-1980 Diploma under Master Men Hui Feng & He Rui Hong.
1974-1980 Won seven gold medals in China (Shandong & Beijing) State Wu Shu Competitions.
1980-1986 Competed in PKL circuit throughout the U.S.A and open events in New York.
1986 Forced to retired from full contact and forms competition due to severe spinal injury.
1989 Founded the American Wu Shu Society – November 19
1989 Established First U.S. Professional Wu Shu team for National competition
1991 Certified International Judge & Referee by the International Kung Fu Federation
Certified in Tui Na (Chinese acupressure) by Dr.Che-Cheng Chiang-Los Angeles
Conducted Seminars in Mexico City, Krugersdorp, South Africa & Barbados
1992 Invited to teach in Vitoria, Spain by Francisco Marta Blanco
1993 & 1999 Studied in Shanghai – Shanghai Technical Sports Institute
Masters Shao Shan Kang, Wang Pei Kun & Elite members of the Shanghai Team.
1996 Invited to teach seminar in Sao Paolo, Brazil – Broadsword & staff
1997 Received certification from Jet Li’s Coach
Master Wu Bin of the Chinese Wu Shu Research Institute-Beijing
1998 Established three youth programs to get minors off the streets:
Greenwich Village Youth Council, Chinese American Planning Council and Beacon/Goodwill
1999 Established American Wu Shu Society in Sri Lanka, India & Uberaba, Brazil.
Went to Hong Kong for 4th World Wu Shu Championships.
Beijing - Coach Ms. Zhu, Guijun - studied Nan Dao & Nan Gun Compulsory Routines
Shanghai - Coach Yao Wei Xing studied BaJi quan & Coach Shi Liang studied new drunken fist
2001 Founded the Konkrete Jungle’s 1st Wu Shu & Breakdance Challenge in New York City.
First time in History uniting two art forms that are dynamic combining martial arts and hip-hop.
2002 Formed the 4th Wu Shu Society in Cayey, Puerto Rico.
American Wu Shu Society becomes Non-Profit Organization
Inducted into the European Hall of Fame for Martial Art Contributions Worldwide in Valencia, Spain.
August 20-21 My students competed in an Open Invitational in Beijing, China plus training.
2003 Co-hosted the 1st Caribbean Wu Shu Cup – San Juan Puerto Rico July 12-13, 2003
Founded Ditan Wu Shu Sanda Guan
Inducted into the Latin America Hall of Fame – Grandmaster of the Year – Puerto Rico
Visited Macau for World WuShu Championships Nov. 1-5. I attended meetings with China Olympic and IWuF members to assist promotion of Wu Shu in the 2008 Games. Cities visited: Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Chongqing, Shanghai, Beijing and Korea.
2004 Teaching first seminar in Senegal South Africa and founding the Senegal Wu Shu Society
Will continue my support in China: Beijing, Hubei, ShenZhen, Nanning, LiZhou, Shanxi, & Guilin
VIP guest to the European Wu Shu Championships in Moscow, Russia – September
2005 Hosting World Wu Shu Kung Fu Championship & Hip Hop Dance Expo – Miami Florida
Traveled to China 3 times to promote a future World Event in China led by a foreigner
Invited by the Ukraine Wu Shu Federation to organize a new World Federation to unify nations
10th World Cup Championships in Milan Italy – USA Delegation co-leader
Conducted 2nd Seminar in Puerto Rico for Puerto Rico Wu Shu Society
2006 AWS Team leader invited to attend VI International Wu Shu Event in St Petersburg Russia
Invited to Puerto Rico Condado Plaza Hotel to run a wellness program for 200 employees – 2 months
US Capital Classics – Virginia – AWS wins 3 Grand championships and 6 1st Place Trophies
2007 AWS Pro team competed at the Compete Nationals – Ontario California March 2-4
Two members of the AWS –Ukraine branch competed and won 2 Grand Championships
Went to Beijing to conclude final Olympic 2008 Preparations – Wu Shu Nov 3-16
2008 United Nations International School Wu Shu program
Chinatown YMCA & PS 126
2009 Millenium High School Wu Shu program
Proposing to the Greek Government a branch of the AWS
Introducing Wu Shu to New York Sports Club
New Branch of the AWS in San Luis Potosi SLP Mexico
Personal Goals:
Promoting Wu Shu to the Public School system in New York
Knowledge of Taolu in levels of beginner, intermediate, advanced & professional forms:
Fists:
Chang Quan (Long fist)
Nan Quan (Southern fist)
Tang Lang Quan (Mantis fist)
Ying Zhua (Eagle Claw boxing)
Zui Quan (Drunken Fist boxing)
Tong Bei (White Ape boxing)
BaJi Quan (Eight Extremes fist – Internal)
Ditang Quan (Earth boxing)
Weapons:
Nan Dao (Southern Broadsword)
Nan Gun (Southern Staff)
San Jie Gun (Three Sectional Staff)
Jiu Jie bian (Nine Section Whip Chain)
Zui Jian (Drunken Sword)
Chang Shui Jian (Long Tassel Sword- women form)
Pu Dao (Long Handle Cutter)
Guang Dao (General Guang’s Famous weapon)
Shuang Dao (Double Broadsword)
Dao Shu (Broadsword)
Gun Shu (Cudgel)
Qiang Shu (Spear)
Sheng Biao (Rope Dart)
Shuang Gao (Double Hook swords)
Fighting sets:
Two men armed or unarmed 2. Spear vs Empty hand 3. PuDao vs Spear 4. Staff vs. 3 Sectional Staff
Personal:
Trained under Master Wu Bin and classmate Li Lian Jie (Jet Li) 1978-1980 Beijing China
Certified Coach under Master Wu Bin
Certified Coach under Master Men Huifeng
2 year study at Beijing University of Physical Education - Certificate
Organized 1 National and 1 International Championship in the USA
One of my students was accepted into Jackie Chan’s Personal Stunt Team
Have trained actors of Ninja Turtles, PowerRangers and Mortal Kombat movie
Free kids program from all boroughs of NYC in its 6th successful year
Shandong Province, Jinan City – Masters: Zheng Hai Zhen, Liu HuaiLiang.
Beijing – Shi Cha Hai Sports School – 1978-1980 with Elite members of Beijing Team.
Beijing Sports University – 1978-1980 Diploma under Master Men Hui Feng & He Rui Hong.
1974-1980 Won seven gold medals in China (Shandong & Beijing) State Wu Shu Competitions.
1980-1986 Competed in PKL circuit throughout the U.S.A and open events in New York.
1986 Forced to retired from full contact and forms competition due to severe spinal injury.
1989 Founded the American Wu Shu Society – November 19
1989 Established First U.S. Professional Wu Shu team for National competition
1991 Certified International Judge & Referee by the International Kung Fu Federation
Certified in Tui Na (Chinese acupressure) by Dr.Che-Cheng Chiang-Los Angeles
Conducted Seminars in Mexico City, Krugersdorp, South Africa & Barbados
1992 Invited to teach in Vitoria, Spain by Francisco Marta Blanco
1993 & 1999 Studied in Shanghai – Shanghai Technical Sports Institute
Masters Shao Shan Kang, Wang Pei Kun & Elite members of the Shanghai Team.
1996 Invited to teach seminar in Sao Paolo, Brazil – Broadsword & staff
1997 Received certification from Jet Li’s Coach
Master Wu Bin of the Chinese Wu Shu Research Institute-Beijing
1998 Established three youth programs to get minors off the streets:
Greenwich Village Youth Council, Chinese American Planning Council and Beacon/Goodwill
1999 Established American Wu Shu Society in Sri Lanka, India & Uberaba, Brazil.
Went to Hong Kong for 4th World Wu Shu Championships.
Beijing - Coach Ms. Zhu, Guijun - studied Nan Dao & Nan Gun Compulsory Routines
Shanghai - Coach Yao Wei Xing studied BaJi quan & Coach Shi Liang studied new drunken fist
2001 Founded the Konkrete Jungle’s 1st Wu Shu & Breakdance Challenge in New York City.
First time in History uniting two art forms that are dynamic combining martial arts and hip-hop.
2002 Formed the 4th Wu Shu Society in Cayey, Puerto Rico.
American Wu Shu Society becomes Non-Profit Organization
Inducted into the European Hall of Fame for Martial Art Contributions Worldwide in Valencia, Spain.
August 20-21 My students competed in an Open Invitational in Beijing, China plus training.
2003 Co-hosted the 1st Caribbean Wu Shu Cup – San Juan Puerto Rico July 12-13, 2003
Founded Ditan Wu Shu Sanda Guan
Inducted into the Latin America Hall of Fame – Grandmaster of the Year – Puerto Rico
Visited Macau for World WuShu Championships Nov. 1-5. I attended meetings with China Olympic and IWuF members to assist promotion of Wu Shu in the 2008 Games. Cities visited: Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Chongqing, Shanghai, Beijing and Korea.
2004 Teaching first seminar in Senegal South Africa and founding the Senegal Wu Shu Society
Will continue my support in China: Beijing, Hubei, ShenZhen, Nanning, LiZhou, Shanxi, & Guilin
VIP guest to the European Wu Shu Championships in Moscow, Russia – September
2005 Hosting World Wu Shu Kung Fu Championship & Hip Hop Dance Expo – Miami Florida
Traveled to China 3 times to promote a future World Event in China led by a foreigner
Invited by the Ukraine Wu Shu Federation to organize a new World Federation to unify nations
10th World Cup Championships in Milan Italy – USA Delegation co-leader
Conducted 2nd Seminar in Puerto Rico for Puerto Rico Wu Shu Society
2006 AWS Team leader invited to attend VI International Wu Shu Event in St Petersburg Russia
Invited to Puerto Rico Condado Plaza Hotel to run a wellness program for 200 employees – 2 months
US Capital Classics – Virginia – AWS wins 3 Grand championships and 6 1st Place Trophies
2007 AWS Pro team competed at the Compete Nationals – Ontario California March 2-4
Two members of the AWS –Ukraine branch competed and won 2 Grand Championships
Went to Beijing to conclude final Olympic 2008 Preparations – Wu Shu Nov 3-16
2008 United Nations International School Wu Shu program
Chinatown YMCA & PS 126
2009 Millenium High School Wu Shu program
Proposing to the Greek Government a branch of the AWS
Introducing Wu Shu to New York Sports Club
New Branch of the AWS in San Luis Potosi SLP Mexico
Personal Goals:
Promoting Wu Shu to the Public School system in New York
Knowledge of Taolu in levels of beginner, intermediate, advanced & professional forms:
Fists:
Chang Quan (Long fist)
Nan Quan (Southern fist)
Tang Lang Quan (Mantis fist)
Ying Zhua (Eagle Claw boxing)
Zui Quan (Drunken Fist boxing)
Tong Bei (White Ape boxing)
BaJi Quan (Eight Extremes fist – Internal)
Ditang Quan (Earth boxing)
Weapons:
Nan Dao (Southern Broadsword)
Nan Gun (Southern Staff)
San Jie Gun (Three Sectional Staff)
Jiu Jie bian (Nine Section Whip Chain)
Zui Jian (Drunken Sword)
Chang Shui Jian (Long Tassel Sword- women form)
Pu Dao (Long Handle Cutter)
Guang Dao (General Guang’s Famous weapon)
Shuang Dao (Double Broadsword)
Dao Shu (Broadsword)
Gun Shu (Cudgel)
Qiang Shu (Spear)
Sheng Biao (Rope Dart)
Shuang Gao (Double Hook swords)
Fighting sets:
Two men armed or unarmed 2. Spear vs Empty hand 3. PuDao vs Spear 4. Staff vs. 3 Sectional Staff
Personal:
Trained under Master Wu Bin and classmate Li Lian Jie (Jet Li) 1978-1980 Beijing China
Certified Coach under Master Wu Bin
Certified Coach under Master Men Huifeng
2 year study at Beijing University of Physical Education - Certificate
Organized 1 National and 1 International Championship in the USA
One of my students was accepted into Jackie Chan’s Personal Stunt Team
Have trained actors of Ninja Turtles, PowerRangers and Mortal Kombat movie
Free kids program from all boroughs of NYC in its 6th successful year
