Handforms

Hand Forms

Chang Quan

Chang Quan is a family of external martial arts styles from Northern China, belonging to the long-range fighting system. The forms of the long fist style emphasize fully extended kicks and striking techniques.

Hand Forms

Nan Quan

Nan Quan refers to a classification of Chinese martial arts that originated in Southern China. It is characterized by emphasis on “short hitting”, close contact fighting and grounded movements.

Hand Forms

Tai Chi

Tai Chi or Taijiquan was a traditional branch of wushu that focused on deflecting and trapping attacks. Because of its slow movement practices in coordination with breathing, it is now modernized to become a wushu style famous for its health benefits.

Weapon Forms

Short Weapons

Northern Broad Sword (Dao)

A single edged Chinese sword, primarily used for slashing and chopping. It is also known as the Chinese Sabre or northern broadsword.

Short Weapons

Straight Sword (Jian)

A straight double-bladed sword, primarily used in a specialized Taichi form called Taiji Jian for precise cutting and thrusting.

Short Weapons

Southern Broad Sword (Nan Dao)

A dominant weapon style of the Southern Wushu style known for its power movements and aggressive striking techniques.

Long Weapons

Northern Staff
(Gun)

A long-range weapon emphasizing speed, reach, and continuous motion, showcasing fluid spins and powerful sweeping strikes.

Long Weapons

Spear (Qiang)

Qiang is a Chinese term for spear and is considered as the King of all weapons. It is known for its long-range thrusting strikes.

Long Weapons

Southern Staff
(Nan Gun)

A short-range staff style rooted in strong stances and explosive power, focusing on precision and close-range impact.

Traditional Forms

Hand Forms

Cha Quan

A Northern long-fist style recognized for its fast footwork, extended kicks, and flowing transitions that highlight speed and agility.

Hand Forms

XingYi Quan

A powerful internal style focusing on direct, explosive movements that unite intention, energy, and body alignment.

Hand Forms

Imitation Styles
(Snake, Eagle, etc.,)

Inspired by the movements and spirit of animals such as the snake, eagle, and monkey, these styles emphasize adaptability, rhythm, and expression.

Weapon Forms

Fan (Shan)

Used in Wushu to blend beauty with power. Its movements combine fluid dance-like grace with sharp, precise strikes that showcase control, rhythm, and artistry.

Weapon Forms

Hook Swords (Shuang Gou)

A rare double weapon known for its curved hooks and crescent guards, used to trap, hook, and disarm opponents with swift, circular movements.

Weapon Forms

Nunchucks
(Shuang Jie Gun)

A flexible weapon emphasizing speed, coordination, and timing. Used to develop agility and focus through dynamic spinning, striking, and blocking techniques.

Weapon Forms

Double Swords (Shuang Jian)

Twin straight swords requiring balance and coordination, showcasing mirrored movements that blends offense and defense.

Weapon Forms

9-Section Chain Whip (Jiu Jie Bian)

A flexible metal whip that demands agility and control, combining speed and fluid motion to create striking circular attacks.

Weapon Forms

Pu Dao

A long-handled broadsword often called the horse-cutting saber, known for its sweeping, powerful strikes and dynamic movements.