Cai Zhonglin, chairman of Hubei Wushu Association, criticized the Jianghu Covenant, saying that it defiled the reputation of Wushu.

Recently, some fake "masters" and "masters" have created their own schools and claimed their own titles in order to pursue personal fame and fortune, taking advantage of the people’s love and concern for Chinese traditional martial arts, and carrying out various kinds of chaos in commercial speculation by means of "making an appointment". On July 9, the Chinese Wushu Association issued the Proposal on Strengthening Industry Self-discipline and Promoting Wushu Culture, calling on all Wushu people to unite, abide by Wushu morality, abide by rules, strengthen self-discipline and promote the excellent traditional Chinese Wushu culture. In particular, it is mentioned that you should not call yourself "master", "head", "authentic" and "personal biography". Do not participate in fighting events such as mixed fighting and free fighting in the name of martial arts boxing and sects; You are not allowed to collect money in the name of "Apprentice" and "Celebrate the Celebration of the Shouqing Festival", you are not allowed to use false propaganda, speculation and other means to defraud money, and you are not allowed to engage in activities that violate social order and good customs and violate laws and regulations in the name of martial arts.

Character business card

Cai Zhonglin, born in March 1953 in Wuhan, Hubei Province, is a Grade A judge of China Wushu, and is currently the president of Hubei Wushu Association. He used to be dean of the School of Physical Education of Hubei University, tutor of doctoral students, member of the National Physical Education Steering Committee of the Ministry of Education, member of the Standing Committee of the China Wushu Association, deputy director of the Scientific Research Committee of the Chinese Wushu Association, deputy director of the Physical Education Steering Committee of colleges and universities in Hubei Province, and chairman of the Physical Education Professional Committee of the Hubei Education Association.

"There is no winner in the unequal contest."

Chu (Chutian Metropolis Daily): In the past two years, there have been many "appointments" in the rivers and lakes. The most recent incident happened on May 17th this year. Ma Baoguo, who is known as the founder of Hunyuan Xingyi Taiji Gate, stepped into the competitive arena. As a result, he was beaten three times by fighting coach Wang Qingmin within 30 seconds. What do you think of so many "contracts"?

Cai (Cai Zhonglin): Some people originally lacked an objective and scientific understanding of their fist and fist skills, and even some people were originally ostentatious. Over the years, when fooling others, I have unconsciously made myself believe in magical powers. People like this, but also want to take the opportunity to Dangdang "online celebrity", further hype themselves, but the result is a big ugly.

Chu: Is Tai Ji Chuan really so untroubled?

Cai: The real master of Tai Ji Chuan is by no means vulnerable like this. Of course, it’s an unequal contest for you to let Tai Ji Chuan athletes who take protection as the top compete with fighting athletes, because the criteria for judging are different. Just like running, whether a sprinter or a marathon runner is higher or lower depends on whose standard you compare. If compared with the sprint, the former will definitely win, but is such a competition meaningful? What’s more, regular competitions should also be divided into age groups. How can you compare older people with hot-blooded young people?

"The official level has never commented on the master"

Chu: Ma Baoguo claimed to be the founder of Hunyuan Xingyi Taiji Gate. Have you heard of this sect?

Cai: I didn’t know about Ma Baoguo and his Hunyuan Sect until I saw relevant news. I’ve never heard of this sect before. In the 1980s, according to the principles of orderly origin, clear boxing theory, unique style and self-contained, Wushu was excavated and sorted all over the country, and a total of 129 boxing types were identified, which increased to 130 in the 1990s. Among them, there are only five sects in Tai Ji Chuan, which is also recognized by everyone. But in fact, in society, there are countless sects in Tai Ji Chuan, which inevitably leads to a mixed phenomenon, because the people who practice Tai Ji Chuan every day are the most of all kinds of boxing. With such a big market, there must be people who want to attract disciples to make money under various flags.

Chu: Many people call themselves masters, and some even call themselves masters. What kind of people can be called real martial arts masters?

Cai: As far as I know, at the official level, there has never been any comment on martial arts masters. The so-called masters are self-styled. In the late 1990s, the Chinese Wushu Grade was introduced by the Wushu Management Center of the State Sports Commission at that time. According to one’s years of engaging in martial arts training and activities, mastering the level of martial arts technology and theory, research results, martial arts moral cultivation, and his contribution to the development of martial arts, martial arts is divided into three levels, from one to nine. This is by far the most standardized and recognized national Wushu evaluation system. In my opinion, what really makes people respect him as a master from the heart is to have martial arts. Second, both superb martial arts and profound theoretical foundation. Third, he has made outstanding contributions in promoting the inheritance and development of Wushu.

"Magic exists in martial arts novels"

Chu: When people talk about martial arts, they will think of "beating cattle across the mountain", "crossing the water without trace" and "opening a monument to crack a stone" and other unparalleled feats. In real life, is there really such kung fu?

Cai: I haven’t seen it so far. These magical powers should only exist in martial arts novels and some film and television works. In those days, Jin Yong’s novels, as well as the popularity of film and television dramas such as Shaolin Temple and Huo Yuanjia, not only spread martial arts, but also caused some "misunderstandings" to the outside world. Until now, there are still people who are "poisoned" and are convinced that there are great people in this world and there will be peerless magic.

Chu: Has Wushu really degenerated into a set of road performances?

Cai: As a national quintessence, Wushu is a kind of sports gradually formed and developed by the Chinese nation in the long-term productive labor, the struggle with nature and the war of cold weapons. It has the functions of keeping fit, protecting the body, preventing the enemy and winning the battle. After different times, the function of Wushu will be emphasized to meet the needs of the broad masses of the people. Nowadays, it is no longer an era of fighting by fists and fists. The fitness function of Wushu has been greatly expanded. People use martial arts to achieve the purpose of strengthening their bodies and cultivating their self. However, Wushu is not only a routine, but also a project that is good at fighting like Sanda.

"Only by clearing the source can we go to the world"

Chu: What do you think of the Proposal on Strengthening Industry Self-discipline and Promoting Wushu Culture issued by the Chinese Wushu Association?

Cai: It should have been like this a long time ago. There are also many martial arts lovers in our province. Although there is no similar "fight", there are still bad signs. At present, we have let martial arts practitioners deeply understand the spirit of this initiative through various associations. Only by rooting out the root causes can martial arts have a good development environment.

Chu: Over the years, Wushu has been seeking to go global. The Beijing Olympic Games gave Wushu a stage. At that time, you were one of the witnesses on the scene. How did you feel? What more efforts do we need to make?

Cai: I felt very proud at that time. Although it was not a formal competition, it was a great start to enter the Olympic Games and show the charm of Wushu. However, to really become a member of the Olympic family, Wushu people still have a long way to go. Personally, I think that Sanda, which is more standardized, antagonistic and ornamental, is a better breakthrough. I hope we can really see the grand scene of "meeting friends with martial arts" in the Olympic Games in the future.

(The original title is "Cai Zhonglin, Chairman of Hubei Wushu Association, criticized the Jianghu Covenant, saying that it defiled the reputation of Wushu")