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Frequently Asked Questions About Cuong Nhu Q: What is Cuong Nhu Oriental Martial Arts? A: Cuong Nhu is martial arts founded by Master Ngo Dong, in Vietnam, in 1965. It is unique in that it combines hard-style blocks, punches, and kicks with circular soft-style movements. It incorporates techniques from Shotokan Karate, Judo, Wing Chung, T'ai Chi Chuan, Akido, Boxing and Vovinam (A Vietnamese martial art). Q: What is the FSU Bamboo Dojo? A: A dojo is a martial arts school or a place where martial arts are studied and practiced. The FSU Bamboo Dojo is an FSU club affiliated with the national Cuong Nhu Martial Arts Association. The FSU Bamboo Dojo is open to FSU students and staff of any age or ability. Sensei Vu has been the head instructor at the Bamboo Dojo for over twenty years. Q: Do I need to have any experience or special skills to participate? A: No special skills or martial arts experience is needed to participate. The FSU bamboo Dojo is open to FSU students and staff of any age or ability. All students who come to the class have different backgrounds and natural abilities. Students are encouraged to set their own pace based on their own condition and age. Each student is in "competition" with only his or her own self. In the martial arts you train both your body--learning techniques--and your mind--to achieve spiritual growth. Q: How much does it cost? A: The class is free. If you wish to participate in our classes as a recreational activity you will have no further costs and no need to purchase any special equipment or uniform. However, if you wish to participate in the belt ranking system, as most students do, there is a testing fee and an annual fee for membership in the national Cuong Nhu Martial Arts Association. Belt ranking tests are usually given at the end of each semester. The Bamboo Dojo instructors, including our head instructor, are not paid, they teach for the joy and excitement that Cuong Nhu brings to them. Q: Do I need a gi (uniform)? A: When you first visit the class, come in regular workout clothes. If you want to continue attending the class a gi (uniform) is recommended. Q: Is Cuong Nhu a great place to meet girls or guys? A: Making friends and maintaining friendships is an important part of Cuong Nhu. You will have a chance to meet FSU students and staff of both genders. Many personal relationships have started in the class, but keep in mind that sexual harassment of any form--physical or verbal--has no place in the martial arts. The Bamboo Dojo follows a traditional approach to martial arts training. Central to this approach is responsible behavior in class and a positive attitude. Respect for fellow classmates and instructors is expected. Q: Will I have to spar? What if I am concerned about injuries to my hands? A: Two important aspects of martial arts training are building self confidence and learning to defend yourself or a loved one. Sparring helps one to achieve both of these goals by giving the student fighting experience in a controlled setting. Participation in sparring is encouraged, but is not a requirement for training in Cuong Nhu. If there is some reason why you do not want to spar, please discuss your concerns with one of the sensei or sempai (instructors). Also, if there is some reason why you can't perform a class activity (e.g. injury, physical limitation, disability) please discuss this with an instructor. They will help you with alternatives or with setting goals for overcoming what you thought was a limitation. Safety is central to martial arts training. Techniques can be modified to meet your abilities or needs. However, the more flexible you are in terms of abilities, the better your experience in this class. Remember, one of the unique aspects of martial arts is that it can enable ordinary people to do extraordinary things. "Argue for your limitations and sure enough they are yours." Q: How long does it take to get a black belt? A: Depending on how fast you learn, attitude, aptitude and determination, you may earn a black belt in as little as 4 and a half years. The Cuong Nhu ranks are as follows:
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