A broad family of traditional and modern Chinese martial arts, including unarmed and weapons practice, combat, forms and health-oriented approaches.
Kung-fu is a term commonly used for traditional Chinese martial arts, while wushu is a broader Chinese term also used in modern sport. There are numerous styles with different methods, aims and philosophies.
Chinese martial arts developed over a long period in varied regional, military, civilian, religious and family contexts. Modern wushu has also developed organised sporting formats, notably taolu and sanda.
It would be misleading to describe one philosophy or method for every style. Some focus on strikes, others on grappling, weapons, forms, health or several of these aspects together.
This broad family of martial arts may suit very different people. Choosing the style and instructor is especially important.
IWUF — International Wushu Federation
