About Wushu

Wushu is contemporary Chinese martial arts with roots in the many traditional Chinese martial art styles. It is primarily a performing art that emphasizes speed, power, flexibility, balance, and looking unbelievably good.

The history of wushu traces back to the early days of the People’s Republic of China when the leaders decided to try to unify the hundreds of styles of kung fu that existed back then. They eventually decided to split the styles into a Northern style known as longfist and a Southern style simply called southern fist. In addition, there are four major weapons categories: dao, jian, gun, qiang, and numerous other minor styles adapted from traditional styles.

Columbia Wushu was founded in Fall 2010 and is a satellite group of Columbia's Chinese Students Club .

Practice Schedule

Practices open to Columbia University students. Bring loose workout clothes and light shoes.

Monday	10PM-12AM	Lerner 477
Thursday	8PM-10PM	Lerner 1st Floor in front of Roone Arledge Theatre
Saturday	4PM-6PM	Dodge Gym Aerobics Room #3 with Tae Kwon Do

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