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New Lynn Community Youth Wushu Classes: A Successful Initiative Benefiting Our Community
2024
At NZ Wushu, we are committed to helping and enriching the communities we serve. We’re proud to announce the successful completion of our New Lynn Community Youth Wushu Classes, made possible through the generous support of Sports Waitakere. This initiative offered heavily subsidized classes, removing financial barriers and making Wushu accessible to local youth. Held in a community space, the sessions allowed participants to experience the physical and mental benefits of Wushu, including improved fitness, self-confidence, and self-defense skills.
This program was about more than just martial arts—it was about fostering personal growth, resilience, and promoting active lifestyles. The positive feedback from students and parents reinforces the value of such programs, and we’re excited to continue working hard to bring more subsidized Wushu classes to other communities in the near future.
Coach Wei Zhao - International Wushu Judges Award
2023
We are delighted to announce that Coach Wei's hard work and dedication have paid off, as he has successfully completed the International Wushu Judges Training Course in Indonesia earlier this month and received a well-deserved award. This accomplishment reflects Coach Wei's commitment to excellence in the field of Wushu and highlights his deep understanding of the sport. With this recognition, Coach Wei is poised to contribute significantly to the Wushu community, providing fair and knowledgeable judgments that will enhance the overall quality of Wushu competitions. Congratulations to Coach Wei on this impressive achievement!
15th World Wushu Championships, Shanghai, China
2019
New Zealand Kung-fu Wushu Federation sent a team of 4 athletes only aged between 12-14 years old to the world's biggest wushu competition.
Flights and Accomodation were fully covered by the National Development Squad donations funds, as well as a special invitation and subsidy from the International Wushu Federation (IWUF).
Donations help to support athletes of the NZ National Development Squad represent New Zealand and reach their dreams.
If you would be kind enough to donate, please contact admin@nzwushu.co.nz to see how you can help.
9th World Junior Wushu Championships
2024
At the 9th World Junior Wushu Championships in Brunei, New Zealand’s national team celebrated a historic milestone, earning our first-ever gold medal and achieving an additional five top-eight finishes. This prestigious event, held every two years, brought together 498 athletes from 50 countries, showcasing the highest level of youth Wushu competition. The championships took place from September 22nd to 30th in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, and were hosted by the International Wushu Federation (IWUF).
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated coaches, supportive parents, and local volunteers, whose commitment played a vital role in the team’s success. Their unwavering support continues to drive the growth and success of Wushu in New Zealand.
Well done to the entire team—we are incredibly proud of you all!
Women's Self Defence Classes
2023
In conjunction with Foundation North, Better Life Foundation, Sport Auckland, NZ Wushu Academy is having Women's Self Defence Classes to help women get more active. Enrol now! Email info@betterlife.org.nz
8th World Kung-fu Championships, Emeishan, China
2019
The World Kung-fu Championships is a traditional wushu competition, so you will see many different wushu styles. This is a really good competition for people to exchange and experience wushu culture.
The New Zealand team did very well and sent the two youngest wushu athletes ever!
Look at all those medals!
7th World Junior Wushu Championships, Brazil
2018
Led by Coach Wei Zhao, New Zealand sent their first ever team to the World Junior's.
Anna and James got Top 8 in their categories.
It was an inspiring experience, leaving us more motivated than ever to train hard and prepare for the next Championships in Morocco!
Coach Wei Zhao - First International Wushu Judge
2024
A major milestone for New Zealand Wushu was the participation of Wei Zhao, head coach and director of the New Zealand Wushu Academy, as the country's first international Wushu judge at the 9th World Junior Wushu Championships held in Brunei.
This prestigious role not only showcased New Zealand’s growing expertise in the sport but also provided Coach Wei with invaluable experience at the highest level of Wushu competition. The insights and skills gained from judging on the global stage have been instrumental in enhancing the quality of training at NZ Wushu Academy, allowing him to pass on his expertise to the next generation of athletes and coaches.
Coach Wei’s leadership continues to raise the profile of Wushu in New Zealand, while helping students excel both locally and internationally.
IWUF Wushu Taolu Athlete of the year 2022 Award - Kameron Li (NZL), of NZ Wushu Academy
2022
In New Zealand, Kameron Li is the best in his specialty, long weapon, attaining first place in the 2022 New Zealand National Wushu Competition and being the only one to have a score above 9.0. He also led his school team in the New Zealand Interschool Competition to 1st place, promoting the growth of wushu in New Zealand. Previously, he got valuable experience participating in the 7th World Junior Wushu Championships in Brasilia, and the 15th World Wushu Championships in Shanghai, in Qiangshu. This year, Kameron attended rigorous trainings despite doing university entrance exams, and he worked hard to prepare in Qiangshu and Jianshu for the world stage in Indonesia, pushing through injuries and other difficulties. Thus, his 8th place in the 8th World Junior Wushu Championships is very meaningful for the young athlete. Kameron remarked that it is really a great coincidence that he celebrated his 18th birthday the day before his Qiangshu event on the 8th of December and got 8th place in the 8th World Junior Wushu Championships!
World Wushu-Kungfu Day
2018
Come along to celebrate World Wushu-Kungfu Day!
Saturday 11th August, 3pm, St. Aidan's Church Hall, 5 Ascot Ave, Remuera, Auckland, New Zealand.
We will be holding free workshops, teaching things such as Baji Quan, Tai Chi, and Drunken style! It will be a fun event, so make sure you are there and bring your friends and family!
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