释妙海
Zhang Qian, also known as Shi Miao Hai (36th generation Shaolin Kung Fu instructor), was born in Jining, Shandong Province, China. Specializing in traditional Shaolin Kung Fu and Sanda, he began training at 8 and joined the Shaolin Temple at 10 for intensive instruction. From 2000 to 2004, he excelled in regional and national competitions, winning events like traditional barehanded Taos, staff, and sword forms. Between 2005 and 2008, Shi Miao Hai promoted Chinese martial arts globally, visiting France, Italy, Greece, and Spain. Returning to China in 2008, he became the chief instructor at Fawang Temple, a role he held until 2018.