Wushu is a synonym for martial arts (wu = martial, shu = arts) and covers
several Chinese martial arts styles, such as taolu (forms) sanda (Chinese kickboxing), shuai
jiao (Chinese wrestling) and traditional
styles. Learn the basics,
wushu jumps, kicks, beginner forms, weapons and traditional styles. Those who are interested in competitive wushu, should also learn some basic artistic gymnastics.
In China, everybody starts with Longfist (chang quan). The basic jumps and kicks are the very first things to be learned. After that students either start learning staff and broadsword or spear and
straightsword. It usally takes years until students are allowed to learn traditional hand styles and weapons. Even if you are not young enough to start with the acrobatic jumps used in modern wushu, you should practice the basics and know how the jumps work.
Build up flexibility first. The stretchkicks have to be practiced at least 4 times per week.
Artistic gymnastics can be very helpful for everybody who is interested in modern wushu.
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