About the printing and distribution of the 12th World Grand Wushu Festival Shanghai

Supplemental Notice: 2025 Overseas Duan Examination Class under The Chinese Wushu Duan System

Overseas Wushu Practitioners:

The 12th World Grand Wushu Festival Shanghai, concurrently hosting the 2025 Overseas Duan Examination Class under The Chinese Wushu Duan System, will be conducted from 17 to 21 September 2025 in Hongkou District, Shanghai. To ensure the smooth operation of assessment procedures and reception services, supplemental arrangements are hereby notified as follows:

I. Registration and Departure

(1) Registration Deadline: 16:00, 17 September 2025
(2) Registration Venue: Guangdong Hotel Shanghai
   Address: No.328 Yixian Rd., Hongkou District, Shanghai, China, 200434
(3) Departure Period: Throughout 21 September 2025
(4) Contacts:

Qi Li：

Tel: +86 138 1718 8778 (also via WeChat)

Zhao Lulu：
Tel: +86 133 9160 0676 (also via WeChat)

II. Fees and Payments

(1) Registration Fee: U.S.$50 per person
(2) Training & Assessment Fee: U.S.$100 per person
(3) Technical Service Fee for Duan Promotion:

1st Duan: U.S.$60

2nd Duan: U.S.$90

3rd Duan: U.S.$130

4th Duan: U.S.$160

5th Duan: U.S.$220

6th Duan: U.S.$230

7th Duan: U.S.$300

8th Duan: U.S.$360

(4) Payment Method:

Payment shall be made exclusively in U.S. cash during on-site registration. Upon successful payment, an official receipt issued by the Organizing Committee will be provided as valid proof.

(5) Insurance:
The Organizing Committee shall provide unified Personal Accident Insurance coverage for all participants during the official event period.

III. Hotel & Transportation Services

(1) Official Services Provided by Designated Agency:

a. Hotel reservation services

b. Chartered intra-city transportation

c. Airport transfers

(2) Reservation & Inquiries:

a. Contact: Xu Ling
Tel: +86 139 0183 9398 (also via WeChat)

b. Email: xuling9398@163.com; xuling@sh.cct.cn

Reservations and full payment must be completed by 31 August 2025.

IV. Competition Credentials

Participants must present their original passport for verification during registration. Failure to provide valid identification will result in denial of participation.

V. Eligibility Criteria

A. Elementary & Intermediate Duan (1st-6th Duan)

①　Practitioners who possess a Wushu Duan, have fulfilled the corresponding minimum holding period, and have passed the promotion examination may apply for promotion to the next higher dan.

(1) Holders of the 1st Duan for at least one year may advance to the 2nd Duan upon passing the assessment.

(2) Holders of the 2nd Duan for at least one year may advance to the 3rd Duan upon passing the assessment.

(3) Holders of the 3rd Duan for at least two years may advance to the 4th Duan upon passing the assessment.

(4) Holders of the 4th Duan for at least two years may advance to the 5th Duan upon passing the assessment.

(5) Holders of the 5th Duan for at least two years may advance to the 6th Duan upon passing the assessment.

②　Participants who have not obtained any martial arts rank and achieve the required score in this International Martial Arts Tournament may apply for the corresponding dan examination held in conjunction with this event; upon passing the examination, they may be awarded the corresponding dan.

(1) Participants who achieve a score of 7.5 or above in either one barehanded routine or one weapons routine, and pass the examination, may be awarded the 2nd Dan.

(2) Participants who achieve scores of 7.5 or above in both one barehanded routine and one weapons routine, and pass the examination, may be awarded the 3rd Dan.

(3) Participants who achieve scores of 8.0 or above in both one barehanded routine and one weapons routine, and pass the examination, may be awarded the 4th Dan.

(4) Participants who achieve scores of 8.5 or above in both one barehanded routine and one weapons routine, and pass the examination, may be awarded the 5th Dan.

(5) Participants who achieve scores of 9.0 or above in both one barehanded routine and one weapons routine, and pass the examination, may be awarded the 6th Dan.

B. Advanced Duan (7th-8th Duan)

1. Eligibility for 7th Duan

Applicants may apply upon meeting all criteria:

l Hold 6th Duan for a full 5 years

l Attained ≥40 years of age

l Systematically master one martial art style (including Sanda) in both technical and theoretical systems

l Demonstrate documented wushu achievements

l Exhibit exemplary adherence to martial virtues (wude) and ethical conduct

l Provide evidence of contributions to global wushu promotion and heritage preservation

l Pass the advanced examination

2. Eligibility for 8th Duan

Applicants may apply upon meeting all criteria:

l Hold 7th Duan for a full 5 years

l Attained ≥50 years of age

l Proficient command of ≥2 martial art styles (including Sanda) in technical/theoretical systems

l Outstanding professional accomplishments and influence

l Significant contributions to international wushu dissemination and heritage development

l Pass the master-level examination

VI. Examination Content

（一）Elementary Dan (1st-3rd Dan)

The assessment consists of two parts:

Wushu Etiquette

Content:

Performing the Bao Quan Li (抱拳礼, traditional martial salute)

Understanding of Wude (武德, martial virtues)

Technical Examination

Candidates may demonstrate one of the following:

Solo routines from the Chinese Wushu Duan Wei System Textbook Series (Elementary Level)

Nationally-promoted standardized routines

Beginner competition routines

Approved original routines meeting the following criteria:

Certified by the Chinese Wushu Association (CWA)

Movement quantity and technical difficulty equivalent to 1st-3rd Duan standards

（二）Intermediate Dan (4th-6th Dan)

The assessment consists of two parts:

Fundamental Theory of Wushu

Evaluated through a written examination

Technical Examination

Candidates may demonstrate:

Solo routines from the Chinese Martial Arts Duan Wei System Textbook Series

Nationally-promoted standardized routines

Intermediate/Advanced competition routines

Approved original routines meeting the following criteria:

Certified by CWA

Technical difficulty equivalent to 4th-6th Duan standards

Movement quantity matching textbook requirements

（三）Advanced Dan (7th-8th Dan)

The evaluation consists of technical examination, theoretical examination, and oral defense, with additional consideration given to:

Martial virtues (wude) cultivation

Technical proficiency

Personal achievements

Professional competence

Social contributions

1. Theoretical Examination

Format: Closed-book written test

Content:

Fundamental theories of Chinese Wushu

Knowledge of the Chinese Wushu Duan Wei System

2. Oral Defense

Format: On-site defense with randomly selected questions

3. Technical Examination

For Taolu (Forms):

Perform one barehanded routine and one weapon routine

Requirements:

Minimum complexity: 6th Duan standard

Must demonstrate specified movement quantity and difficulty

For Sanda (Sparring):

Demonstrate:

Fundamental techniques (quan/tui/shuaì)

Combination techniques

VII. Application Requirements

All candidates applying for Chinese Wushu Dan Examination or Dan Promotion Shall:

Complete the Official Application Form (Annex 2)

Submit with the form:

Two (2) 2-inch recent photographs

Copies of valid ID (National ID card or passport)

Supporting documents for the applied Dan level

Send full application package before 25 August 2025 (23:59 UTC+8) to the designated email: shwsy2021@163.com

Late submissions will be rejected without exception.

VIII. Additional Matters

(1) Reporting Requirements

All Duan examination candidates must report according to the schedule designated by the Organizing Committee.

(2) On-Site Documentation

Participants must sign the Letter of Commitment in person during registration.

(3) Dress Code

Theory Class & Exam: Official Chinese Wushu Duan Wei System uniform or Wushu Taolu judge attire

Technical Training: Sports attire with Wushu shoes

Technical Exam: Wushu competition uniform with Wushu shoes

(4) Duan Adjustment Policy

If a candidate fails to meet the applied Duan standard, they may be awarded a lower Duan level based on actual performance.

(5) Fee Adjustment

Refund: If awarded a lower Duan, the fee difference will be refunded.

Additional Payment: If upgrading to a higher Duan, the balance must be paid.

(6) Non-Refundable Policy

All fees are non-refundable once the application is submitted.

(7) Interpretation Authority

The Chinese Wushu Association (CWA) holds exclusive rights to interpret the Duan Wei System regulations.

(8) Updates & Notices

For further announcements, visit the official website: www.shwushuexpo.com

Annex 1: 2025 Chinese Wushu Dan System Overseas Personnel Dan Evaluation Class

Annex 2: Application Form of Chinese Wushu Duan System for Overseas Practitioners (1- 8Duan)

Chinese Wushu Association

August 18, 2025