Wushu

"Wushu" is the Chinese term for "martial arts" (武 "Wu" = military or martial, 術 "Shu" = art). Wushu has evolved and developed from traditional Chinese martial arts into an athletic and aesthetic performance and competitive sport. Speed, difficulty and presentation distinguish Wushu's fluid movements, martial arts patterns and manoeuvres (kicks, punches, jumps, sweeps and throws), and Chinese wrestling and grappling techniques.

Wushu CCA was started in 2017 with the aim to nurture the character of our students by focusing on values like respect, humility, diligence and resilience. Wushu has a wide range of benefits. Other than building self-confidence, esteem and concentration, it also has health benefits as follows:

Strength
Our training builds care and leg muscle strength of our students by holding the right poses when training.

Flexibility
It also builds flexibility in our students since body parts such as shoulders, arms, back, wrist, ankles, chest and hips are stretched regularly.

Balance
Our students develop balance by standing on one leg when training and learning how to find their centre of gravity. This allows them to perform quick movements without losing their balance.

Coordination
Hand-eye coordination is improved when our students learn as they watch and practise at the same time.

Stamina
Our students develop a strong mind to overcome stress without giving up. It also increases their staying power as they start using their body and mind to accomplish something they did not think it was possible.

Reflexes
Wushu training improves our students’ reflex reaction. It develops naturally as a result of coordination and strength.