FAQ

What is the difference between traditional and modern wushu/kungfu?
Traditional martial arts training maintain the martial aspects of martial arts. It emphasizes on application and bodily conditioning. Modern wushu takes the movements and routines of traditional martial arts and focuses on make those movements with more speed, height and coordination.

Does Tianyi Kung Fu Club teach modern or traditional martial arts.
Tianyi Kung Fu focuses on the traditional aspects of martial arts.

How fit do I need to be to start kung fu?
Everyone comes to the club with varying backgrounds in martial arts, different levels of fitness and physical talent. Some learn very quickly and some take more time to catch on. The point is not to compare yourself to others. This is the first step of the journey and the only person you are chasing is yourself!

What clothes or equipment do I need?
The best clothes to wear are loosing fitting pants and a t-shirt. You can buy kung fu pants at most sports shops which should cost around RMB50, and martial arts shoes can start from RMB35.

Is the club appropriate for females?
Yes. In fact we frequently have more women at the club than men, but usually there is a fairly even mix of men and women. Kung Fu training is about maximizing the ability of our own bodies. This applies to both men and women.