MERIDIAN WUSHU TEAM

Wushu is both an exhibition and a full-contact sport derived from traditional Chinese martial arts. It was created in the People's Republic of China after 1949, in an attempt to nationalize the practice of traditional Chinese martial arts. Most of the modern competition forms were formed from traditional parent arts by government-appointed committee.

Our college provides the following types of training:

1. Stretching Exercises

2. Kicking Exercises

3. Chang Quan refers to long-range extended Wushu styles. This form of Wushu is a modernized style derived from movements of the traditional styles. Chang Quan is the most widely-seen of all Wushu forms, which includes whirling, running, leaping, and acrobatics.

4. Nan Quan refers to Wushu styles in South China. It is known for its vigorous, athletic movements with very stable, low stances and intricate hand movements. This form of Wushu is a modern style derived from movements of traditional southern styles. Nan Quan typically requires less flexibility and has fewer acrobatics compared to Chang Quan but its requires greater leg stability and stregth generation through the legs and hip coordination.

5. Tai Ji Quan is a Wushu style which is famous for its slow and relaxed movements. It is often seen as a form of exercise for the elderly but today, it is also very popular among the young. This form of Wushu is a modern recompilation based on the 'ying' and 'yang' style of Tai Ji Quan.

6. Ji Ti Quan is a group event where members of the team come together to do a Wushu routine which requires great coordination and team work.

7. Sparring (Dui Lian) which consists of choreographed drills are practiced so that each person knows what technique is being practiced and what attacks to expect. Students learn how to react and decide which technique to use, depending on the situations and the types of opponent. This is one aspect of application training that simulates fighting situations to reduce the chances of serious injury to the student.

8. Various Forms of Weapons

9. Basic Self Defense

1. Spear (The King of Weapons)

Common features of the Chinese spear are the leaf shaped blade and red horse-hair tassel lashed just below. When the spear is moving quickly, the addition of the tassel aids in blurring the vision of the opponent so that it is more difficult for them to grab the spear they are being attacked with behind the point. The tassel also served another purpose, to stop the flow of blood from the blade getting to the wooden shaft.

2. Cudgel (The Grandfather of All Weapons)

Referred as the Chinese long staff, it is normally made of wax wood but modern versions includes metal cudgel with rubber parts.

3. Broadsword (The Marshal of All Weapons)

The blades are moderately curved and single-edge, the guards are typically disc-shaped often with a cupped shape to prevent rainwater from getting into the sheath, and to prevent blood from dripping down to the handle, making it more difficult to grip. It is often seen as a powerful conditioning tool and a versatile weapon.

4. Sword (The Gentleman of All Weapons)

Also known as the double-edged straight sword, a guard or hilt protects the hand from an opposing blade. In modern wushu a tassle is attached to the end of the sword.

Everyone is suitable! Basic foundations will be taught in the 2 years of training, so no need to worry about being unable to cope. Wushu is a valuable tradition and a fun way to exercise. Our wushu family warmly welcomes anybody, regardless of race and gender, who is willing to work hard and persevere.