Some are identified by different training methods, such as the Internal Boxing Arts (Neijiaquan) that concentrate on the manipulation of the inner breath and circulation of the body, and the External Boxing Arts (Waijiaquan) concentrating on improving the muscles and the limbs. Some are named after the creator and master, like the Chen Style Tai Chi and Yang Style Tai Chi. Some of the schools are classified by geographical locations, for example, the Southern Fist (Nanquan) prevailing in south China, and Shaolin School based at Shaolin Temple in Henan Province. Therefore it is hard to be simply classified The styles in northern and southern China are quite different. It is recorded that there are over 300 distinct types of boxing existing around the country. Over the centuries of development in China, Kung Fu has become a large system containing various schools or sects. Now its value in body-building and fitness is also highly appreciated. With a number of movement sets, boxing styles, weapon skills and some fighting stunts, Kung Fu keeps its original function of self-defense. This has been the common value upheld by martial artists from generation to generation. That’s not true, but this traditional heritage has its unique existence in modern times and left much influence on the locals’ lifestyle.Īlthough being fighting styles, Kung Fu advocates virtue and peace, not aggression or violence. Some westerners think that all Chinese people are Kung Fu masters. Styles including Shaolin, Tai Chi and Qigong have many followers worldwide. Nowadays, it is regarded as a traditional sport gaining more and more popularity and even stands as a representative for Chinese culture.
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