A master teaches his disciples Chinese kung fu in a martial arts association in Moscow. Many people around the world are fond of Chinese martial arts and the wuxia fantasy world. They learn Kung Fu from local associations or overseas Chinese communities. Some of them even come to Shaolin Temple in Henan Province to experience the essence of martial arts.
 

 

As an important part of traditional Chinese culture, Chinese martial arts are popular around the world. China’s cultural exchange centers overseas often utilize martial arts training, performances and competitions as key methods of cultural exchange.

 

Malta: World Taiji Day
On April 30, World Taiji Day was held in Valletta, capital of Malta. This annual event has been held in Malta for a decade. Some of the performers are from the taiji training class at the Malta Chinese Cultural Center, and some are taiji lovers from taiji clubs. They engaged in taijiquan, taiji sword events, taiji fan performances and taiji “pushing hands” activities, earning praise from audiences. Experiencing an annual increase in the number of taiji lovers, the Malta Judo Association is organizing clubs to teach taijiquan as well.
 

Germany: Kung fu open tournament
In Germany, there are a number of kung fu fans in universities and communities. They learn Chinese martial arts through movies or books. Many of them have a deep understanding of Chinese chivalry culture.

In 2016, the North Germany Kung Fu Open Tournament, sponsored by the Berlin Chinese Cultural Center, was held in Berlin. More than 120 players from 12 martial teams across the nation participated in this competition. Open kung fu tournaments held in West and South Germany reportedly attracted many locals as well.

 

Benin: Martial arts teaching  
Since the establishment of the Benin Chinese Cultural Center, martial arts education in Benin has marked a number of milestones. Increasing numbers of young people are learning kung fu. The Benin Kung Fu Association hopes to play an important role in encouraging enthusiasm for learning martial arts among the youth, and send martial teams to China to attend kung fu competitions in the future.    

 

Mauritius: Ip Man’s descendents
Mauritius’ Chinese Cultural Center arranges kung fu and taiji classes throughout the year in order to spread Chinese martial culture. It has cultivated a following of kung fu players and fans.
Locals have indicated that they believe Chinese martial arts involve extensive and profound knowledge.