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The sport of wushu is a competitive sport of both male and females, it derives from traditional Chinese martial arts. It is a sport of two parts, being judged both on exhibitional moves (taolu), and as a full-contact sport (sanda).
Location
Wushu remains primarily a Chinese sport, although more than 60 countries now compete internationally.
Age
It is not normal for children under 12 years to seriously compete in Washu. In international wushu competition, there are two categories under 15 and under 18 years of age.
Ability
A good level of competence at other martial arts and gymnastics, should be obtained before attempting Wushu. This is not an activity for a martial art novice.
Description
Taolu involves martial art patterns and maneuvers for which competitors are judged and given points according to specific rules. The forms comprise basic movements (stances, kicks, punches, balances, jumps, sweeps and throws). Sanda (sometimes called sanshou or Lei Tai) is a modern fighting method and sport influenced by traditional Chinese boxing, Chinese wrestling and Chinese grappling techniques. Sanda appears much like kickboxing or Muay Thai, but includes many more grappling techniques.
Dedication
Wushu competitions may also feature dual events. The dual event, called duilian, is an event in which there is some form of sparring with or without weapons or even using bare hands against weapons. The dual event is usually spectacular and actions are choreographed before hand.
Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.
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Arms
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Legs
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Sight
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Hearing
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Speech |
Learning |
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