Yang Xiangquan is Dean of the School of Physical Education (China Indian Yoga College and International Tai Chi College) at Yunnan Minzu University. A lifelong Wushu practitioner specializing in Taizu Changquan, Chen style Taijiquan, and Hongtong Tongbeiquan, he is noted for expertise in two handed sword and whip stick techniques. He proposed the "double evidence method" for Wushu historical research and developed both sports meridian studies and the Chinese Daoyin prescription system. His major works include Intellectual History of Chinese Wushu and History of Modern Wushu.

Li Yingkui is Professor and Doctoral Supervisor at Beijing Sport University, an international A level referee, and a National Sports Honor Medal recipient. He has coached China's national Wushu team and contributed to international routine choreography and competition rules.