Martial Art in Hangzhou

Martial Art in Hangzhou

A Martial Art can be defined as a system of techniques, physical and mental exercises developed as an effective means for self-defense and offense, both unarmed and with the use of weapons
China has a long history and a rich tradition of Martial arts . There is no denying the fact that Chinese people are strongly attracted to martial arts. An invisible string seems to connect China, along with its neighboring places to the magical martial art form, kungfu. It even seems that the passion for kungfu has been planted in the depth of Chinese people's hearts from a long time. Chinese Martial Arts have many styles. The most popular styles include ShaoLin kung fu, Tai Chi and San Soo. Kung Fu And Wushu are popular Chinese term that has become synonymous with the Chinese Martial arts.
The development of martial arts in Hangzhou can initially be attributed to the need for self-defense, hunting activities and military training. Hand to hand combat and weapons practice were important components in the training of Chinese soldiers. Eventually, Chinese martial arts became an important element of Hangzhou culture.
Hangzhou also organized Wushu competitions from time to time which saw large number of Wushu enthusiasts taking part in it. During the 2006 Zhejiang International Traditional Wushu Compepition which was also organized in the capital city of Hangzhou, Saturday, August 5, 2006, more than 3000 Wushu lovers from 18 countries and regions vied for titles of 260 programs, with their age ranging from 4 to 93.The love for the martial arts in Hangzhou become evident by the huge number of participants who took part in this competition.
Martial arts in Hangzhou is just not a sport or another recreational activity but people of Hangzhou share a passion for this Chinese originated sport. There have been evidences in the past where people have demonstrated their skill in performing Martial arts in stunt shows. Many of such stunts has gathered huge attention .Some among this are as follows:

A fan of martial arts lifts a heavy broadsword at a stunt show in Hangzhou, a city in east China's Zhejiang Province April 9, 2006. The sword weighs 56 kilograms.

A fan of martial arts flips a huge vehicle wheel over at a stunt show in Hangzhou city in Zhejiang Province April 9, 2006. The diameter of wheel stretching to 2.2 meters and having a weight of about 350 kgs.

If you too wish to perform some of techniques of Martial arts , like the above mentioned ones then there are certain Martial arts centre. The Hu Jianqiang Cultural Exchange Center is one of the Martial arts centre that would provide you with some useful tips on Martial arts.

The Hu Jianqiang Cultural Exchange Centre offers classes in the following:
  -  Contemporary and Olympic Style Wushu
  -  Traditional Wushu
  -  Taiji
  -  San Da
  -  Exercise Equipment
  -  Acupuncture
  -  Massage

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