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Shaolin monk runs atop water for 118 meters

New China TV

New China TV

1 min, 34 sec

Leon, a Shaolin monk, successfully ran across a reservoir using a thin plywood runway after several attempts.

Summary

  • Leon performed the water-running feat in Fuzhou city on a Sunday.
  • A special runway made of plywood boards less than one centimeter thick was installed on the water.
  • Despite initial failures, Leon succeeded on his sixth attempt, completing the run in 45 seconds.
  • He had been practicing since 2005 and previously ran 15 meters on water in 2009.
  • The performance is an example of Ching Gong, a martial arts technique featured in martial arts films.

Chapter 1

Introduction to the Feat

0:00 - 9 sec

Leon, a Shaolin monk, attempts to run across a reservoir in Fuzhou city.

Leon, a Shaolin monk, attempts to run across a reservoir in Fuzhou city.

  • Leon from the Shaolin Temple attempts the water-running feat.
  • The event took place on a Sunday in Fuzhou city.

Chapter 2

Set-Up of the Runway

0:09 - 15 sec

Workers installed a special runway on the water surface for the performance.

Workers installed a special runway on the water surface for the performance.

  • A runway was installed on the water surface for the feat.
  • The runway consisted of very thin plywood boards that sank under weight.

Chapter 3

Initial Attempts and Failures

0:24 - 23 sec

Leon made several unsuccessful attempts before finally succeeding.

Leon made several unsuccessful attempts before finally succeeding.

  • Leon's first attempt ended two-thirds of the way down the runway.
  • He fell again just ten meters from the end on his second try.
  • Leon continued to attempt the feat until he succeeded.

Chapter 4

Successful Attempt and Technique

0:47 - 13 sec

After six attempts, Leon successfully ran across the reservoir in 45 seconds.

After six attempts, Leon successfully ran across the reservoir in 45 seconds.

  • Leon succeeded on his sixth attempt, taking about 45 seconds.
  • He focused on strength, speed, and the buoyant force of the boards.

Chapter 5

Leon's Practice and Ching Gong

1:00 - 31 sec

Leon has been practicing the technique since 2005 and has made progressive achievements.

Leon has been practicing the technique since 2005 and has made progressive achievements.

  • Leon started practicing for this feat in 2005.
  • He ran 15 meters on water in 2009, breaking his own records since then.
  • The performance demonstrates Ching Gong, a martial arts skill.