Wushu, which is synonymous for Kung Fu, is commonly known as the modern sport popularized by Jet Li. The competitive sport can be divided into two categories, Taolu and Sanshou. Taolu are the unique hand and weapon routines derived from traditional Shaolin Kung Fu. These routines are commonly referred to as forms and are judged similar to an ice skating tournament in which the competitor is graded on technique, choreography, and degree of difficulty.

The International Wushu Federation has standardized the various routines into three primary categories which are Northern Chang Quan, Southern Nan Quan, & Tai Ji Quan. In addition, there are four fully recognized weapon divisions that include the broadsword, straight sword, spear, and staff. There is also a separate division for southern weapons such as Nan Gun & Nan Dao. Wushu Shaolin Kung Fu students must memorize all of the compulsory routines in order to receive a Black Belt in Wushu.

Shaolin Kung Fu is world renowned as the mother of all eastern martial arts. It was developed at the Shaolin Temple in Henan Province, China approximately 1500 years ago from a set of yoga health postures. Shaolin Martial Arts can be divided into Northern & Southern Kung Fu. Southern Kung Fu includes traditional routines such as Salute Act, Butterfly Act, and Combination Act. Northern Shaolin is perhaps the most famous and widely practiced style of Kung Fu in the world. Some of the basic forms include Wu Bu Quan, 12 Tan Tui, and Lian Bu Quan.

There are two sets of Northern Shaolin forms that are taught around the globe. The first set includes the 10 core northern Shaolin forms such as Shaolin #6 Duan Da, #7 Mei Hua, #4 Chuan Xin, #5 Wu Yi, #8 Ba Bu, #1 Kai Men, #2 Ling Lu, #3 Zuo Ma, #9 Lian Huan, and #10 Shi Fa. In addition to these sets there are 10 core Songshan Shaolin Temple forms that are taught at the temple today. These forms include Lian Huan Quan, Tong Bi Quan, Xiao Hong Quan, Qi Xing Quan, Da Hong Quan, Pao Quan, Tai Zu Chang Quan, Mei Hua Quan, Chang Hu Xin Yi Men, and Luo Han Quan, Shaolin Guiding Quan.

Northern Shaolin Kung Fu is also filed with numerous animal styles including the infamous preying mantis. Two of the most prominent preying mantis forms include Li Pi Tang Lang & Beng Bu Tang Lang. In addition to animal styles there are 18 classical weapons in Shaolin Kung Fu. Some of these weapons are Yin Shou Gun, Shaolin Dao, Shaolin Qiang, Shaolin Jian, San Jie Gun, Jiu Jie Bian, Shaolin Bian, Sheng Biao, Shuang Dao, Shuang Bian, Shuang Gou, Shuang Shou Jian, Pu Dao, Da Dao, Yue Ya Chan, and Damo Guai Zi,

San Shou, also known as Sanda, is the combative sport of Kung Fu which incorporates punches, kicks, throws, take downs, and in some cases grappling. Sanda is the Chinese version of MMA that dates back to the ancient history of Shuai Jiao. In Sanda, there are strict rules and regulations that each participant must acknowledge and abide by. A fighter can defeat an opponent through points, referee decision, or technical knockout.

Shuai Jiao which derived more than 4,000 years ago in China is the art of uprooting an opponent to the ground by utilizing numerous takedowns. Many Japanese styles including Jiu Jitsu, Judo, & Aikido all share a common lineage that can be traced to the ancient art of Shui Jiao. Today, Shui Jiao is interlinked with all fighting systems and take downs are utilized by nearly every Martial Art in the world.

Wushu Shaolin has developed a course specifically for Law Enforcement Officers, SWAT, and ordinary Security Guards. The program includes fighting styles from numerous traditional Kung Fu systems. It is a unique program that combines techniques from Wing Chun, San Da, Shuai Jiao, Qin Na, and Shaolin Kung Fu.

Officers are taught the proper technique to effectively and humanely apprehend a suspect. Techniques derived from Qi Na & Shuai Jiao are the most effective joint locks developed by mankind. In addition, all officers are highly trained in weapon disarming. The Wushu Shaolin Officer course includes an extensive knife, Gun, and weapon disarming program.

Wushu Shaolin has also developed a Womens Self Defense program. The course is designed for women of all ages. In addition to martial arts techniques, women learn valuable tips, education, and information about self defense and rape prevention. Students are introduced to Kung Fu as a specialized system designed as a survival tool.

Instead of learning forms or routines like traditional Kung Fu students, women are immersed with valuable fighting tichniques suitable for self defense. The goal is to develop awareness about the environment and vital human weaknesses inherent in each individual.

Tai Ji Quan is world renowned for its healing abilities. It is an ancient exercise that encourages proper breathing and body posture. There are five predominant Tai Ji styles that include the Yang, Chen, Hao, Wu, and Sun. The most famous and widely practiced style of Tai Ji Quan is the Yang family style. The International Wushu Federation recognizes the 42 Yang Posture Tai Ji Quan as an official division in competition Wushu.

Another popular practice is called Qi Gong. Qi Gong is a set of meditative breathing tichniques that strengthen the internal organs and produce a mystical energy called Qi. This internal energy can be used to help eliminate illnesses such as colds, flues, and even cancer. It is also used by martial artist during combat to defeat an opponent. Although it is rather difficult to comprehend, many theorist describe Qi as simply natural energy inherent in all living creatures.