SHUAI JIAO
Shuai JiaoHistory: Shuai Jiao traces its roots to a primordial combat style called Jiao Di (literally horn hit) attributed to the mythic Yellow Emperor Huangdi. Ancient books and drawings document wrestlers wearing helmets with horns during contests, which is the origin of the horn in the name. Over the dynasties, this style underwent multiple name changes and variations, but the spirit remained the same, so it can justifiably stake a claim as one of the older styles of kung fu.
Renowned for their expertise in this wrestling art, Mongolians will hold contests as part of their cultural festivals. In 1928, under the Republic of China, the Goshu Institute of Nanjing standardised these contests under the name Shuai Jiao. Today it has gained worldwide acceptance as a popular combat sport and an effective method of self-defence.
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