• Program Introduction • Program Entry Requirements • Mandarin and Martial Arts Program Study Components • Martial Arts Study Component • Mandarin Chinese Study Component • Mandarin and Martial Arts Program Duration & Hours • Mandarin and Martial Arts Sample Program Time Table • PRC Study's Service Options for Participants

Program Entry Requirements

Applicants must be:

• 18 years old or above

• In good health

Students under 18 years of age are still accepted, but will be asked to fill in additional paperwork. Please contact PRC Study at info@prcstudy.com for further details.

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Mandarin and Martial Arts Program Study Components

The Mandarin and Martial Arts Program is comprised of two main study components:

1) Martial Arts Training (15 hours of instructions per week)
2) Mandarin Language Chinese Classes (10 hours of instructions per week)

Click on Total Immersion Curriculum for further details on program curriculum.

Students may choose to enroll in the Martial Arts Training Program only or combine it with the Mandarin Chinese Language studies with classes held at the PRC Study Academy. Which martial arts training school your martial arts lessons will take place will depend on the martial arts form you wish to practice.

There will be 15 hours of instructions per week for the Martials Arts training and 10 hours of instructions per week for the Chinese language classes.

PRC Study's Mandarin Chinese and Martial Arts Programs are tactically designed to provide accelerated learning through complete immersion as they offer the most comprehensive and balanced curriculum, in and out of the classroom, for mastering kungfu and learning the Chinese language.

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Martial Arts Component

Now you can enrich your martial arts skills under the guidance of China's National Wushu masters and champions who are highly dedicated and experienced in teaching novice to advanced and competition level students.

Martial Arts courses are held at reputable training schools, well-recognized for producing elite wushu athletes and instructors, and which school you attend will also depend on the form of martial arts you wish to practice.

Each of the training schools we partner with, including Beijing Sports University, Captial Institute of Physical Education, Beijing Wushu Institute, and Beijing Martial Arts Academy, has its own specialty and all ‘shifu’ (masters) specialize in teaching his/her own professional martial arts form.

Teaching methods are structured, systematic and progressive. Students are taught martial arts (wushu) movements and techniques, including correct stances and postures.

Class sizes are small, from between six to eight students, allowing for more individualized training. Classes comprise of both local and foreign students, offering excellent opportunities to make new friends and to practice kung fu together. Special martial arts focused electives will also further enhance your skills and ability.

The Martial Arts program offers many areas of concentrations, encompassing traditional and contemporary styles as well as external and internal forms.

Chang Quan (Long Fist)

The Chang Quan (long fist) was founded in the southern part of China, and is one of the fastest and most energetic styles of Kung Fu, combining explosive kicks, punches, locks, throws & jumps in flashy movements. The course focuses mainly on fists with lower stances. After mastering Changquan, you will gain more power & strength.

Daoshu (Broad Sword)

The main military weapon of the Chinese army for many years. Curved slightly the techniques emphasize chopping, and slashing, as well as wrapping around the body to rapidly string together defenses and attacks. The form emphasizes the basics learned in Changquan and sharpens them with a sword. Many beginners find moving on to this short weapon after mastering the basics to be very agreeable.

Gunshu (Staff)

Called the "Grandfather of all weapons," and glorified in films such as Shaolin Temple, the staff is quite a sight in the hand of the trained practitioner. The staff is the most basic weapon of all, yet it's uses and techniques seem endless, the staff is characterized by it's swift powerful circling, jabbing and chopping techniques. Many figure eight techniques and circular parries also makeup the basics of this simple yet versatile weapon.

Jianshu (Straight Sword)

called the "King of the short weapons" by most practitioners this weapon has a long history as a dueling weapon, and an equally log list of styles used to wield it. The techniques are extremely precise and depend very much on acute vision and visualizing your attacks. If a practitioner can bring his energy and spirit to the tip of the sword then success is near. Recognized by it's stylized parries and thrusts, combined with fast changeable footwork, this weapon style shows the practitioner grace and artistic rhythm.

Nanquan (Southern Fist)

The combination of many Southern styles, with techniques borrowed chiefly from "Hung Gar" and "Choy li Fut." It also borrows from southern "Tiger and Crane styles" but this is only a short list of what makes up the techniqes inside. In Chinese martial arts It is said " Nan quan he bei tui." Which means: "Southern fists and northern legs." While the Northern styles in Chang quan emphasize leg techniques the southern styles rely mainly on the fists and upper body strength. Nanquan practitioners are noted for their tight, fast and powerful movements. The form is a rapid strong set with very firm centered footwork.

Qi Gong

Qi Gong focuses on developing the internal energy flow within the body, creating ‘human bio-electric energy’. This course focuses on combining different forms of body postures and movements with breathing and visualization exercises to help improve balance and increase the body’s ‘Qi’. Emphasis will also be given to Hard Qi, which focuses on the development of hard and tough body muscles; and Soft Qi, which focuses on the soft internal body muscles. Through daily exercises Qi Gong is said to help reduce stress, lower high blood pressure and increase the body’s vitality and stability, thereby improving overall mental and physical health.

Qiangshu (Spear)

The King of weapons in the Chinese martial arts world, this weapon is said to resemble a dragon in flight when in the hands of a master. It is said that this weapon is the most difficult to master. The history of this weapon goes back to the early pages of Chinese history. Early spears were made simply of sharpened bamboo, later metal heads were added, then tassels were added, serving two purposes first distracting the enemy with rapid movements, and stopping blood flow to the wielders hands which would disrupt proper movement of the weapon. Now though, the form practiced is merely a reenactment of those days on the battlefield, with techniques including thrusting, body wrapping, slashing, chopping, numerous parries, blocks and attacks, all of which give the spear the most versatility of all the weapons.

Sanshou (Sanda or Chinese Kick Boxing)

Consists of full contact fighting techniques with the use of protective gear (head gear, boxing gloves, groin cover and shin guards). Techniques incorporate punching, kicking, seizing, and throwing integrated into set routines following specific rules and patterns.

Taiji Quan

Taiji Quan combines graceful continuous movements with controlled breathing to promote relaxation, balance, flexibility, muscle development and coordination while improving participants' overall physical and mental agility. Taiji does not only employ bare hand movements and techniques; advanced Taiji students also use swords, sabers and spears. Taiji Quan is split into 5 main families: Chen, Wang, Wu, Sun and Yang. This course will concentrate on the following main forms: Yang style 24 movements for beginners, progressing to the combined 42 movements of Chen, Wang, Wu, and Sun styles, for more advanced students.

Taiji Sword

Complements Taiji Quan with the use of the sword as an extension of the body. Defensive and attacking sword techniques. Yang and Chen Taiji Sword Styles.

Other Martial Arts Styles Offered:

Bagua Zhang (Eight Trigram Palm)	Huaquan (Flower Fist)	Tongbeiquan (Back Through Boxing)
Chaquan (Cha Style Fists)	Nanquan (Southern fist)	Xinyiquan (Form & Meaning Boxing)
Ditangquan (Ground Tumbling Boxing)	Shaolinquan (Shaolin Boxing)	Zuiquan (Drunken Style)
Fanziquan (Tumbling Boxing)	Tanglangquan (Mantis Boxing)	Other (Please contact PRC Study)

For more information, click on Mandarin & Martial Arts Total Immersion Curriculum for further details.

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Mandarin Class Component

In addition to the Martial Arts Training program, students may choose to study Mandarin Chinese. The Mandarin Chinese language classes are held at the PRC Study Academy and are taught by certified teachers who hold degrees in teaching Mandarin. These teachers are also certified by the Chinese Ministry of Education to teach Mandarin as a second language to foreign students. Students who wish can obtain university credits.

There will be 10 hours of Mandarin Language instructions Monday through Friday. Participants can choose from two different types of Putonghua Classes:

Regular Putonghua	These language classes focus on everyday spoken Chinese and incorporate all aspects of the Chinese language including, phonetics, listening, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammar.
Business Putonghua	These language classes focus more on Chinese business language and are intended for students who have already learnt the basics of Chinese phonetics and who know at least 800 Chinese characters / expressions.

Mandarin Chinese Language Classes

The Mandarin Chinese language classes incorporates all aspects of the Chinese language including, speaking, reading, writing, listening, grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, phonetics and pronunciation, with a constant focus on Chinese culture, business and way of life.

To enable students to advance in all aspects of the Mandarin Chinese language, classroom curriculum is divided into four main areas: Phonics & Interactive Spoken Chinese, Listening Comprehension, Grammar & Vocabulary, and Reading Comprehension & Writing.

Click on Mandarin & Martial Arts Total Immersion Curriculum for more information.

Chinese Language Proficiency and Placement Test

Chinese Language Proficiency Level	Chinese Characters / Expressions
Beginner (Level A)	0 - 800
Elementary (Level B)	More than 800
Intermediate (Level C)	More than 1500
Advanced (Level D)	More than 2500
Super Advanced (Level E)	More than 3500

Click on Chinese Language Proficiency Level for a detailed description of the various levels.

Students are first placed according to the Chinese language proficiency level they indicate on the application form. During the morning of your first class day, you will be tested in three areas: grammar, comprehension, and fluency. Based on the test results, you will be place d in a class best suited to your current comprehension and fluency level. The class will be both comfortable and challenging.

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Mandarin and Martial Arts Program Duration & Hours

The Mandarin Chinese and Martial Arts Program can be 1week in length up to one year. The Martial Arts training are generally held in the mornings, whilst the Mandarin Chinese language classes are held in afternoons. Below details the programs duration available and hours of lessons per week.

Core Program Components	Length	Hours / Week	Class Times
Martial Arts Training	1 week to 1 year (40 wks)	15 hrs / week	8:30 am - 11:30 am M - F
Mandarin Classes		10 hrs / week	1:30 pm - 3:30 pm M - F
Out-of-Class Training		3 hrs / week	4 pm - 5:30 pm T, TH
Electives		3 hrs / week	4 pm - 5:30 pm M, W
Martial Arts, Chinese Exchange		1.5 hrs / week	6 pm - 7:30 pm M
Note: Schedule is subject to confirmation and may change depending on schools schedulings.

For program schedule, start dates, and fees, please click here .

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Mandarin and Martial Arts Sample Program Time Table

Other than taking core Martial Arts training and Chinese language classes, PRC Study arranges many activities including elective workshops, Martial Arts exchange partners, Chinese language tutorials, social activities, guided tours, and more on given afternoons, evenings, and weekends for students enrolled for the full service programs. See our Sample Program Time Table as follows:

Core Activities	Weekday Mornings	Weekday Afternoons	Weekday Early Evenings	Weekends Days / Evenings
Martial Arts Training	yes
Mandarin Classes		yes
Out-of-Class Training	yes	yes
Electives		yes	yes	yes
Exchange Program			yes	yes
Social Activities		yes	yes	yes
Guided Tours				yes

For further information, click on Mandarin & Martial Arts Total Immersion Curriculum.

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Mandarin and Martial Arts Program Service Options

PRC Study offers several service options for the Mandarin Chinese and Martial Arts Programs. A brief description of these service options are highlighted below for your reference or you can visit PRC Study Services for further details.

Full Standard	Full Premium	Full Corporate Premium
The following outlines the services provided to all Full Service PRC Study participants: • Pre-arrival enquiries assistance & Get Ready info • Program enrollment & core program classes • Visa Support Documents • Accommodation • Airport Pick-up & Drop-off • Insurance & ISOS Medical Membership • Orientation, Campus Tour & Welcome Dinner • Personal Services (i.e. bank accounts, mobile phone, personalized name cards, etc) • PRC Study Student ID for discount at selected outlets • Student Facilities: Lounge & Library • Communication Access: Computers, Internet, Email, Mail, Fax • Social / Cultural Activities, Guided Tours • 24 hr Student Hotline with assistance offered during your entire program stay • Farewell Reception & Certificate • For detail information regarding our Standard service, please click here	In additional to the Standard services provided, Premium Students also receive the following benefits: • Elective Workshops • 1-on-1 After-Class tutorial • Language Exchange Partners Program • Language Lab usage • Travel Planning Assistance & Coordination • RMB100 Long Distance Calling Card • Borrowing reference materials & DVDs from PRC Study Library for home use • For detail information regarding our Premium service, please click here	In addition to the Standard and Premium services provided, Corporate Premium Students also receive the following benefits: • Source and arrange one-on-one meetings with Foreign or local Chinese companies with offices in Beijing within your specific industry • Meeting accompaniment and translator / interpreter service • Car transportation service to and from meeting location • Recommend a maximum of two industry specific meetings for those enrolled in four-week program; four meetings for those registered in eight-week program; and thereafter by arrangement • For detail information regarding our Corporate Premium service, please click here

For complete listing of program length, start dates, application deadlines, and fees, please click on Mandarin and Martials Programs Fees and Schedule.

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