What is Wushu?     The Meaning      The Difference between Modern and Traditional Wushu      What makes Wushu Unique?          Wushu Training What is Wushu? Beginning as an ancient Chinese form of self-defense, Wushu literally means "martial arts" and encompasses the forms popularly known in the West as Kung-fu and Taichi. Over the last thirty years Wushu has developed from a combat style into a dynamic performance orientated art. It emphasizes speed, flexibility, balance, co-ordination and presentation, resulting in an athletic and aesthetically powerful competitive sport. In China, Wushu is a way of life and an integral part of Chinese culture. It is practiced by people of all ages and backgrounds for self-defense, health and mental discipline.   Copyright © 2006, Chinese Martial Arts Center. All Rights Reserved.