The earliest term for 'Martial Arts', which can be found in the Han History (206BC-23CE), was "Military Fighting Techniques" (兵技巧; bīng jìqiǎo). During the Song period (circa 960CE) the name changed to "martial arts" (武藝; Wǔ Yì).

Wushu is the umbrella term for all martial art styles originating in China, includes disciplines ranging from tai chi to full contact fighting, known more colloquially as kungfu. For competition purposes, wushu has been standardized, with two categories: taolu and sanda.

2008年4月14日 · Wushu / Kung Fu vs Kickboxing, then Wushu vs Karate in this martial arts fighting scene produced by Whirlwind Action.

2023年9月25日 · Often known as Kung Fu in the West, Wushu is a dynamic and diverse martial art rooted in Chinese history and culture. Wushu’s origins trace back to ancient China, where it began as a means of self-defense, hunting, and military training.

Shaolin kung fu (Chinese: 少林功夫; pinyin: Shàolín gōngfū), also called Shaolin Wushu (少林武術; Shǎolín wǔshù), or Shaolin quan (少林拳; Shàolínquán), is the largest and most famous style of kung fu. It combines Chan philosophy and martial arts. It was developed in the Shaolin Temple in Henan, China during its 1500-year history.

The term Wushu is in fact the Chinese term for “martial arts”, and Wushu is now practiced across the world, with it’s world Championships taking place every two years. Wushu practitioners can compete in Taolu, a forms style competition, or in Sanda which is the Wushu term for sparring.

2006年5月3日 · Wushu, the Chinese term for Martial Arts, covers a great variety of styles and all of them include combat as a very important aspect of their systems. To take a few examples, Taiji Quan has the specific fighting techniques of Tuishou (Push Hands), Bagua Zhang has the fighting techniques of Roushou (soft hands), and Wing Chun Kuen / Yong Chun ...

Wushu, which is also referred to as kung-fu, is the collective term for the martial art practices which originated and developed in China. Today wushu has developed into various forms of practice, each with its own focus and goals.

2024年2月13日 · Wushu, meaning “martial arts” in Mandarin, is a dynamic and visually captivating Chinese martial art form. Known for its combination of athleticism, grace, and combat techniques, Wushu encompasses various styles, each with unique movements and philosophies.

Wushu teaches that martial arts should be used for self-defense and personal growth, rather than to harm or dominate others. This principle aligns with the core values of MMA, which promote fair play, mutual respect, and the pursuit of excellence both inside and outside the octagon.