Want to learn more about women’s contributions to martial arts?
Start in the 17th century when two amazing women created martial arts styles still incredibly popular today.
The martial arts style Wing Chun takes center stage in Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee movies. However, it was a woman, Ng Mui, who originally developed this style. It’s believed that Ng Mui found inspiration watching a crane and snake fight in the woods. The style is characterized by short direct strikes and throwing multiple moves at the same time.
The popular White Crane Style was also developed by a woman, Fang Qiniang. Like her counterpart, Fan Qiniang was also inspired by the movements of the crane. Legend says she encountered a crane as she was doing her chores one afternoon. When she tried to scare the bird off with a stick, the crane countered her moves gracefully and repeatedly. The White Crane Style is common in women’s self-defense classes due to its delicate nature and moves that don’t rely on great strength.
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