美通社

2024-08-28 07:50

Inaugural Southern Shaolin Wing Chun Competition Wraps Up in China

FUQING, China, Aug. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  A news report by Huanqiu.com

Wing Chun practitioners from all over the world gathered at the birthplace of Wing Chun (Source: Huanqiu.com)
Wing Chun practitioners from all over the world gathered at the birthplace of Wing Chun (Source: Huanqiu.com)

The Southern Shaolin Temple in Fuqing, a city steeped in the annals of Chinese martial history, recently concluded the first World Southern Shaolin Wing Chun Competition. The event was more than a martial arts tournament; it was a vibrant celebration of Chinese heritage and Shaolin culture, drawing practitioners and enthusiasts from around the world to compete and connect through the ancient art of Wing Chun.

The competition, which began on April 3, saw nearly 1,000 entrants vying for honors in several complex disciplines including Siu Nim Tao (Little Idea), Cham Kiu (Seeking the Bridge), Biu Tze (Thrusting Fingers), Bart Cham Dao (Eight Cutting Knives), Luk Dim Boon Kwun (Six and a Half Point Pole), Mook Yan Jong (Wooden Dummies), and Chi Sau (Sticking Hands). After three days of rigorous contests, 36 participants emerged victorious, having demonstrated supreme mastery in their respective categories.

Held across multiple phases and on three continents—Asia, Europe and the Americas—the competition's structure, from online preliminaries to the final confrontations, underscored the global resonance of Wing Chun, a martial art known for its emphasis on close combat, quick arm movements, and strong leg work. The tournament highlighted the enduring appeal and cultural significance of Wing Chun, celebrating its role in fostering international camaraderie and mutual respect through martial prowess.

Archaeological and historical research reveals that the Southern Shaolin Temple in Fuqing was established during the Zhenguan era of the Tang Dynasty. Flourishing through the Song and reaching its zenith in the Ming Dynasty, the temple has a storied past, steeped in the confluence of Zen, martial arts, and medicinal knowledge. Over the centuries, despite numerous challenges, it has maintained and enhanced its esteemed cultural legacy, influencing countless generations both in China and worldwide.

Wing Chun, a distinctive style of Kung Fu that originated at this historic temple, is traced back to Wu Mei, a figure deeply influenced by a Zen Master during the late Ming and early Qing Dynasties. Recognized in 2014 as part of China's national intangible cultural heritage by city of Fuzhou, Wing Chun not only represents the rich heritage of Chinese martial arts but also stands as a global phenomenon with over ten million practitioners. This recognition underscores the profound impact of the Southern Shaolin Temple on the world stage, symbolizing a legacy of endurance and cultural exchange through martial arts.

source: Huanqiu.com

《說說心理話》心理急救II:幾個徵兆辨認身邊人需要心理支援!點樣對情緒進行急救、自我照顧?專家分享穩定情緒小練習► 即睇

人氣文章
財經新聞
評論
專題
專業版
HV2
精裝版
SV2
串流版
IQ 登入
強化版
TQ
強化版
MQ

【etnet 30周年】多重慶祝活動一浪接一浪,好禮連環賞!

【etnet30周年連環賞】睇住賞Maxcare美天復康寶(升級版) (價值HK$1,680)

etnet榮獲HKEX Awards 2023 「最佳證券數據供應商」大獎

回顧24 展望25

大國博弈

貨幣攻略

說說心理話

聖誕新年特輯

Watche Trends 2024

北上食買玩

Artcation

秋冬養生食療

消委會報告

山今養生智慧

輕鬆護老