Welcome to my website! I'm John Spak, a student and instructor of  traditional martial arts and defensive tactics. I have researched and practiced the self-defense concepts and training methods of Traditional Chinese Martial Arts for over thirty years. During this time I have presented seminars, performed demonstrations, written articles,  and have trained along side some of the most esteemed martial arts experts from China, Taiwan, the United States, and Canada. I have wittnessed many incredible feats as performed by "masters" of many different styles.  I deeply respect and admire the vast knowledge that these, and other "masters", have to offer. This site however is about only Zhaquan - which to me is fascinating and deep without limit. If you wish to contact me, please feel free to send email to zhaquan@lycos.com. My residence is in Vancouver BC, Canada, where I continue to research and practice martial arts daily.