Originated in China,wushu is time-honored, rich in
content and diversified in forms. In its age-long process
of development wushu has been referred to as martial
arts, "guoshu", as well as "gongfu" in some areas.
The origin of wushu can be traced back to the early
activities of the ancestors of the Chinese people who
struggled hard for survival.
During the prolonged cold weaponry age wushu was
employed by the army to subdue the enemy, practiced
by the ordinary people as a means for self-defense and
physical training, as well as for a cheerful life.