The Archive

Masters: Lineage Holders & Teachers in the GEMAC Archive

Biographical records of the masters whose teaching shaped the traditions documented in this archive — from the founders of the classical systems to the instructors who carried them to North America.

Bajiquan

Li Shuwen

Li Shuwen (1864–1934) was a martial artist associated with Bajiquan, remembered for his spear skill. His life, lineage, and influence on Bajiquan transmission.

Yang Style Tai Chi

Yang Chengfu

Yang Chengfu (1883–1936) standardized the large-frame Yang Style long form and carried Tai Chi to the public. His life, lineage, and legacy.

Choy Li Fut

Chan Heung

Chan Heung (1806–1875) founded Choy Li Fut in 1836, combining the teachings of Choy Ah Fook, Li Yau San, and Chan Yuan Wu. His life, teachers, and lineage.

Wu (Hao) Style Tai Chi

Wu Yuxiang

Wu Yuxiang (1812–1880) studied with Yang Luchan and Chen Qingping, founded Wu (Hao) style Tai Chi, and preserved the classical texts of the art.

Choy Li Fut · Yang Style Tai Chi

Steffan de Graffenried

Steffan de Graffenried founded Golden Eagle Martial Arts Centers in 1997 in northern Alabama. His teaching and translations are documented in this archive.