Academia Sinica Chang Hong Martial Arts Club was established in 2015. The club mainly teaches the traditional northern Changquan and southern Hongquan systems. The instructor is coach Zhuang Shufei, a 2nd-level coach of the Changquan and Hongquan Promotion Association of the Republic of China. The routines taught in this club include Northern Changquan, such as Linking Steps Fist, Power Fist, 1st & 2nd Road Ambush, Shizitang, Kunwu Stick, Qixing Knife, Sancai Sword, etc.; as well as Southern Xiangxing Style and use of weapons, such as tiger, Crane, Snake Fist, Hongmen Sword, Liuyue Saber, Panlong Stick, Hongmen Spear, as well as Qibing Fan, Iron Ruler, Umbrella, Crutches, etc. Our teaching emphasizes basic skills training, and pays equal attention to routine learning and practical applications. There is no need to worry about the basic requirements. Anyone over 6 years old can participate. Everyone is welcome to join us! Benefits of practicing martial arts: Stretching of muscles and bones. Movement of all joints of the body and stretching of muscles. Learn to relax and avoid shoulder and neck pains and excessive tension. Enhance the function of the respiratory system and reduce the lung artery pressure via Dantian breathing technique. Focus your mind and enhance body self-awareness Fitness building: Keep up your body's fitness and agility against aging Self-defense: Be always well-prepared for any coming adversary Health: comprehensive exercises for body, mind and spirit Time: Wednesdays 7:00-8:30pm Course Location: Earth Science Institute Front court, 128 Section 2, Academia Rd., Nangang, Taipei Prospective recruits: Anyone aged 6 and above, of any gender or age, is welcome to attend the hospital, including employees, former employees of Academia Sinica and their family, as well as local residents nearby. Fee: 3000 NTD/course (3 months)
#中央研究院長洪武術社
Academia Sinica Chang Hung Martial Arts Club
上課間:每週三下午 7:30-9:00
Time: Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm
上課地點:每週三 地球科學所前庭
Course Location: Earth Science Institute Front court, 128 Section 2, Academia Rd. Nangang
招收對象:院內、眷屬、院友、中研院週邊居民,6歲以上男女老少皆可。
Prospective recruits: Anyone aged 6 and above, of any gender or age, is welcome to attend the hospital, including employees, former employees of Academia Sinica and their family, as well as local residents nearby.
#中央研究院長洪武術社
Academia Sinica Chang Hung Martial Arts Club
上課間:每週三下午 7:30-9:00
Time: Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm
上課地點:每週三 地球科學所前庭
Course Location: Earth Science Institute Front court, 128 Section 2, Academia Rd. Nangang
招收對象:院內、眷屬、院友、中研院週邊居民,6歲以上男女老少皆可。
Prospective recruits: Anyone aged 6 and above, of any gender or age, is welcome to attend the hospital, including employees, former employees of Academia Sinica and their family, as well as local residents nearby.
A 2026 study published in Frontiers in Psychology explored the perceived health benefits of martial arts and combat sports practitioners.
The study suggests that many practitioners experience benefits not only physically, but also psychologically, cognitively, and socially. This reminds us that martial arts are not only about techniques — they can also be understood as a long-term form of body education.
In Chang Hong Wushu training, we begin with very basic practices such as loosening the arms and swinging the waist. These simple movements help develop balance, coordination, and mobility.
When the arms can relax, the waist can lead the movement, and the center of gravity becomes stable, the body gradually comes alive again.
The vitality of martial arts is not only found in the transmission of techniques. It is also found in whether the practice can help people today reconnect with their bodies, improve the way they use strength, and bring training back into daily life.
Beginners are welcome.
You do not need to become a martial arts master. You only need to be willing to make your body better.
📍長洪武術大同訓練所
🕖 每週四晚上 19:00–21:00
Reference:
Zormann, R., Foramitti, F., & Nater, U. M. (2026). Perceived health benefits of martial arts and combat sports. Frontiers in Psychology.
#中央研究院長洪武術社
Academia Sinica Chang Hung Martial Arts Club
上課間:每週三下午 7:30-9:00
Time: Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm
上課地點:每週三 地球科學所前庭
Course Location: Earth Science Institute Front court, 128 Section 2, Academia Rd. Nangang
招收對象:院內、眷屬、院友、中研院週邊居民,6歲以上男女老少皆可。
Prospective recruits: Anyone aged 6 and above, of any gender or age, is welcome to attend the hospital, including employees, former employees of Academia Sinica and their family, as well as local residents nearby.
#中央研究院長洪武術社
Academia Sinica Chang Hung Martial Arts Club
上課間:每週三下午 7:30-9:00
Time: Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm
上課地點:每週三 地球科學所前庭
Course Location: Earth Science Institute Front court, 128 Section 2, Academia Rd. Nangang
招收對象:院內、眷屬、院友、中研院週邊居民,6歲以上男女老少皆可。
Prospective recruits: Anyone aged 6 and above, of any gender or age, is welcome to attend the hospital, including employees, former employees of Academia Sinica and their family, as well as local residents nearby.
#中央研究院長洪武術社
Academia Sinica Chang Hung Martial Arts Club
上課間:每週三下午 7:30-9:00
Time: Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm
上課地點:每週三 地球科學所前庭
Course Location: Earth Science Institute Front court, 128 Section 2, Academia Rd. Nangang
招收對象:院內、眷屬、院友、中研院週邊居民,6歲以上男女老少皆可。
Prospective recruits: Anyone aged 6 and above, of any gender or age, is welcome to attend the hospital, including employees, former employees of Academia Sinica and their family, as well as local residents nearby.
#中央研究院長洪武術社
Academia Sinica Chang Hung Martial Arts Club
上課間:每週三下午 7:30-9:00
Time: Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm
上課地點:每週三 地球科學所前庭
Course Location: Earth Science Institute Front court, 128 Section 2, Academia Rd. Nangang
招收對象:院內、眷屬、院友、中研院週邊居民,6歲以上男女老少皆可。
Prospective recruits: Anyone aged 6 and above, of any gender or age, is welcome to attend the hospital, including employees, former employees of Academia Sinica and their family, as well as local residents nearby.
#中央研究院長洪武術社
Academia Sinica Chang Hung Martial Arts Club
上課間:每週三下午 7:30-9:00
Time: Wednesdays 7:30-9:00pm
上課地點:每週三 地球科學所前庭
Course Location: Earth Science Institute Front court, 128 Section 2, Academia Rd. Nangang
招收對象:院內、眷屬、院友、中研院週邊居民,6歲以上男女老少皆可。
Prospective recruits: Anyone aged 6 and above, of any gender or age, is welcome to attend the hospital, including employees, former employees of Academia Sinica and their family, as well as local residents nearby.