Wudang Martial Arts Association sets up branch in Tianjin

An unveiling ceremony of the Wudang Martial Arts Association Tianjin branch is held in Tianjin Normal University. [Photo/wudangshan.gov.cn]

An unveiling ceremony for the Wudang Martial Arts Association Tianjin branch was held in Tianjin Normal University, Tianjin, on Dec 2.

The association presents a performance at the ceremony. [Photo/wudangshan.gov.cn]

During the ceremony, Wudang’s tai chi group amazed Tianjin audiences with marvelous tai chi shows. The kung fu groups from Tianjin University of Technology and Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, along with a children's wushu team, also brought a wonderful kung fu performance.

A kung fu group performs. [Photo/wudangshan.gov.cn]

Wudang's profound Taoist culture and kung fu are popular around the world. They require better preservation and transmission. Blending Wudang culture with Tianjin characteristics can not only popularize Taoist culture but also bring Tianjin locals closer to authentic tai chi.

Contributed by Wang Liang and Jiang Yuanbo from Wudang Mountains Tourism Bureau