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Club Description

Terpwushu is devoted to the teaching and training of wushu at all levels- from beginner to advanced practitioners. Our goals are to expand wushu knowledge and interest across the country, as well as foster a competitive intercollegiate sports club. In addition to regular practices each week, the club also participates in demonstrations, intramural competitions, and regional and national tournaments.  All members are encouraged to participate in these events regardless of experience or skill level.

Wushu

The term wushu encompasses all of Chinese martial arts, which is composed of an enormous range of martial styles and philosophies.  While wushu has developed sophisticated systems over its 2000 year history, it has recently gained international appeal in its "contemporary" form.  Contemporary wushu refers to a conglomerate of many traditional styles and their transformation into a competitive sport with standardized rules and judging.  A more thorough definition can be found at wikipedia: (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wushu)

Terpwushu focuses on non-contact, contemporary wushu, which combines aspects of sport, performance art, and martial art.

Practice Times and Locations


Spring Semester 2008
Monday 6:00 - 8:00pm HHP Matted Gym
Wednesday 5:00 - 7:00pm HHP Gym 2 (2101)
Friday 6:30 - 8:30pm HHP Matted Gym
Sunday 7:00 - 9:00pm HHP Matted Gym

Training Locations

The majority of wushu training facilities and events are held in either of three locations:
  • Human and Health Performance* building (HHP)
  • Campus Recreation Center (CRC)
  • Cole Field House

They are marked in red, yellow, and blue respectively. Well known campus landmarks are marked in green.

*In the HHP building, the matted gym is located on the bottom floor on the side closest to the CRC. The basketball courts are located on the second floor.

Joining

Anyone with CRS membership (this includes all registered students) can join anytime.  Show up at one of the scheduled practices and sign a waiver form.  No prior martial arts experience is necessary.  Anyone may come watch practices.

Club Fee

There is no fee to join. Training is completely free.

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