This talk will focus on the multiple roles that Chinese martial art schools play in their respective communities. Although kung fu is a popular topic of discourse, conversations generally revolve around the historical and practical aspects of the art; ignoring the significant contemporary social and cultural significance that Chinese martial arts has in their respective communities. For this presentation, Mr. Raymond Fong will discuss a number of domestic and international kung fu schools and highlight the diversity that exists amongst their cultural interactions, functions, and purpose.
Kung Fu Connection: Chinese Martial Arts and Community
Author Bio
Raymond Fong
Raymond Fong received his M.A. degree in Anthropology and Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and B.A. in East Asian Studies from the University of Arizona. Raymond has been a student of Chinese martial arts for over a decade and has traveled to the Peoples Republic of China multiple times to expand his martial arts knowledge. His research interests include minority student achievement, community forces, and cultural imports/exports.