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Learn Chinese Martial Arts, Wushu, Qigong or Taiji quan (Taichi) in the land of its origins, under the guidance of Chinese National Wushu champions. Popularly known as Kung-Fu, Wushu is the Chinese term for martial arts, it encompasses traditional and contemporary styles as well as external and internal forms.

This unique Chinese Martial Arts program is designed to immerse participants in Wushu, Taiji quan (Taichi) or Qigong through class instruction, after-class training and optional electives. A wide range of Chinese wushu, taiji and qigong styles are offered.
Practicing martial arts develops participants' physical and mental fitness, improves self-esteem, self-control, mental agility and mental concentration. In addition, practicing Martial Arts improves general fitness, flexibility, coordination, balance, strength, and self-defense skills. Wushu training focuses on: stance training for balance, strength, stamina and flexibility; repetition of movements for control and speed; and series of movements for coordination and overall fitness.

Study from 1 week to an Academic Year
Short Term programs: 1 to 12 weeks, start 1st Monday of every month
Long Term programs: Semester or Academic Year, start in February or September
Total Beginner to Proficient classes are available
Wide range of Wushu including Taiji and Qigong offered
Highly qualified and experienced Chinese martial arts masters
Free After-Class training under supervision
Free Electives in martial arts and non-martial art classes
Free Shaolin Temple Weekend Trip (for study durations of 8 weeks or longer)
Option to combine Martial Arts with Chinese Language Program

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This unique immersion program consists of 4 main components: 1) core training classes 2) after-class supervised instruction 3) martial arts, language and culture exchange program and 4) electives. The program is designed to meet the needs of individual participants, from Total Beginners to Advanced students. Each session is 45 minutes.

Class	Class Times	Total Classes
Core Training	8am - 10.20am Monday - Friday	2.20 hours a day, 5 days
Martial Arts Electives	2pm - 3.30pm Tuesday & Thursday afternoons	2 sessions, twice a week
After-Class Supervision	3.40pm - 5.10pm Tuesday & Thursday afternoons	2 sessions, twice a week

1) Core Training Classes
Participants train under the guidance of China's prominent Wushu masters and past National Chinese Wushu Champions. These highly experienced masters are dedicated to providing high quality training for all students, from total beginners to participants competing in National Wushu competitions.
Training is held at Shangqui Normal University, Physical Educational Department.
The curriculum is based on contemporary Wushu. Training forms offered include Changquan (long fist), Nanquan (southern fist), Daoshu (broad sword), Jianshu (straight sword), Gunshu (staff), Qiangshu (spear), Taiji Quan (Taichi), Taiji Sword, Nan Dao (southern sword), and in addition others internal martial arts such as Qigong. For advanced participants, international compulsory routines established by the China Wushu Association are offered. These routines include both Taolu (competition forms) and San Shou (Sanda), a full contact fighting style also referred to as Chinese kick boxing. On the application form, participants should specify the martial arts form they wish to learn. Participants who wish to study more advanced forms of Martial Arts will be assessed by CIPE instructors for the basic requirements needed to study advanced forms.

FORMS	SHORT DESCRIPTION
CHANGQUAN (Long Fist)	Consists of fighting techniques in the form of routine exercises and free sparring. Also known as long fist, the routine is practiced with or without traditional weapons. It incorporates kicking, punching, throwing and lock techniques integrated into set routines following specific rules and patterns.
NANQUAN (Southern Fist)	Consists of close range fighting hand techniques with footwork combined with kicks. Originating from the Southern Shaolin Temple, this dynamic routine emphasizes speed.
DAOSHU (Broadsword)	Consists of sweeping and spinning body movements combined with defensive and offensive sword techniques such as thrusting and blocking.
JIANSHU (Straight Sword)	Consists of defensive and offensive movements with stabbing and cutting sword moves. The focus is on speed complemented by spinning and continuous body movements.
GUNSHU (Staff)	Consists of offensive attacking techniques with the use of the staff. Techniques include strikes, thrusts, jabs and circular movements, which generate speed and strength.
QIANGSHU (Spear)	Consists of defensive and offensive spear techniques such as side-blocks, thrust and strikes.
SANSHOU (Sanda)	Consists of full contact fighting techniques with the use of protective gear (head gear, boxing gloves, groin cover and shin guards). Techniques incorporate punching, kicking, seizing, and throwing integrated into set routines following specific rules and patterns.
OTHERS	DRUNKEN STYLE, PRAYING MANTIS (Tanglang quan), BAGUA ZHANG, TUMBLING BOXING (Ditang quan), SHAOLIN QUAN (Shaolin boxing) and a range of weapon styles.
TAIJI QUAN (Taichi Chuan)	Consists of graceful, continuous movements combined with breathing control to promote relaxation, balance, flexibility, muscle tone, and coordination while improving participants' overall physical and mental agility. This ancient art, dating back to the 8th century, is based on traditional defensive and offensive techniques. In addition to bare hand techniques, weapons such as the sword, saber and spear are also used. Several schools of Taiji include the Chen, Yang, Wu and Sun. Taiji forms offered include: Yang Style 24 Movements, simplified and standardized form for beginners, and Combined 42 Movements, combining the Chen, Wang, Wu and Sun styles.
TAIJI SWORD	Complements Taiji Quan with the use of the sword as an extension of the body. Defensive and attacking sword techniques. Yang and Chen Taiji Sword Styles.
QIGONG	A form of energy exercise, consisting principally of breathing exercises and patterns. Derived from the ancient Chinese healing art, it combines slow movements with regulated and directed deep breathing to facilitate the movement of Qi (chi) throughout the body to increase vitality.

Martial Arts, Language and Culture Exchange Program:
The exchange partners program provides martial arts, language and cultural interaction between participants and Chinese students, marking the beginning of many lasting friendships. The program provides the perfect opportunity to practice wushu, language and encourages cultural and social exchange. Participants schedule to meet at their convenience.
Classes in Chinese language are also taken.
For more information contact us.