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Wushu

Wushu

Martial Arts

Wushu has two disciplines: taolu (forms/kata) and sanda (fighting/sparring). Because it includes acrobatic moves close to those of artistic gymnastics, it develops flexibility and coordination exceptionally well. It also passes on Chinese culture and philosophy.

Benefits
  • Flexibility and acrobatics
  • Coordination
  • Discipline
  • Self-confidence
  • Cultural enrichment
Physical Development

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Back

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Supporting
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Primary Muscles

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Supporting Muscles

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Fitness Components

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Physical Demands
Coordination
High
Endurance
Medium
Strength
Medium
Flexibility
High
Height advantage: Doesn’t matter
Body type: Slim build
Development by Age
7

Up to age 7

Basic stances, simple form sequences

10

Up to age 10

Full form training, first tournaments

14

Up to age 14

Choosing taolu or sanda, intensive training

A Family Sports Background Helps
Karate / Taekwondo: Knowledge of forms and technique is passed on

Starting age

Ages 5+ (ideal: 7)

Competition age

Ages 11+

Weekly time

Beginner 2–3 hours
Intermediate 3–5 hours
Advanced 5–8 hours

Estimated monthly cost

TRY 1,200 – TRY 3,500

Equipment
Wushu uniform₺300–800
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Sword/staff (for taolu)₺200–600
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Where to Buy

Specialist sports shops near you
Federation

Türkiye Wushu Federasyonu

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Sports That Pair Well With It

Flexibility develops quickly alongside gymnastics.

🤸Olympic

Artistic Gymnastics

Acrobatic moves on the floor, vault, bars, rings and beam; it develops flexibility, strength and coordination together.

Ages 3+3–4 hours
Strength Sports
🥋Olympic

Taekwondo

An Olympic martial art of Korean origin, known for its high kicks and dynamic movement.

Ages 5+2–3 hours
Martial Arts

Wushu Videos

Technique guides and training videos

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What Is Wushu? Taolu and Sanda Explained

An educational video covering wushu and all its disciplines

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What Is Wushu? Young Talent

A short video introducing wushu/kung fu to the younger generation

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