Martial Arts Program

While it is a myth that all Chinese people “know Kung-Fu”, China is still the birth place of martial arts and the progenitor of many styles that have spread worldwide such as Kung-Fu, Wushu, Tai-Chi, Tai-ji Quan, and their cousins Tae Kwon Do, Judo, Jiu-jitsu and much more. For thousands of years, the martial arts have been a mainstay of Chinese culture.

With the additional popularity of Chinese-made martial arts action flicks starring Chinese superstars such as Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and Jet Li, these folk tale legends have found their way around the world, making arcane styles and schools of martial arts iconic such as Wu-Tang, Shao-Lin and Kung-Fu. Before the industrial boom of the late 20th century, the martial arts were China’s greatest export, outside of tea and silk, of course. To this day, people travel from all over the world to study martial arts at the source. Through CSA, you too can learn from the masters.

Any Kung-Fu flick junkie will tell you that the martial arts are not just about hand to hand combat or playing with nunchuks, classical Chinese forms of martial arts encompass a broad spectrum of mental and physical discipline. Learning martial arts is about training the body and spirit. It’s a philosophical as well as physical exercise. Serious martial arts students learn not only how to physically best an opponent, but also how to discipline and control oneself.

CSA offers martial arts programs with all different styles, for all different levels, fitting any schedule. For those looking to train with the best, we offer full-time programs at China’s best martial arts schools such as the Beijing Sport University, where Jet Li learned his craft. At these intensive martial arts programs, students study with a master 2.5 hours a day, 5 days a week. Classes are offered in styles such as wushu, taijiquan, and chongquan, at all different levels. Certain classes focus on form and technique for competition, while others deal with more sparring and combat. Students looking for a part-time hobby during time off from studying are placed in private martial arts academies, where classes can be taught in evenings, afternoons and weekends depending upon your schedule. For more information, please inquire at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Usually participants come out for at minimum of 6 months, but typically the longer you sign up for, the better the wages and perks are from the school. Some schools offer a few hours on Mandarin class a week (not usually more than about 4 though!) and for those coming out for at least a year it is very possible that the package will include free housing for your time here!

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