Cuju is a traditional sport with a long history and rich cultural heritage originating from ancient China. It involves kicking a ball with the feet, combining skill and strength, and serves as the precursor to modern football in China. In a cuju match, players strive to kick the ball into the opponent's goal through agile footwork and precise ball control.
元代錢選所繪《宋太祖蹴鞠圖》
蹴鞠規則
Cuju is not merely a sport but also a cultural heritage. In ancient times, it was regarded as an entertainment enjoyed by people from all walks of life, reflecting the etiquette, morality, and spirit of unity of ancient Chinese society. It was considered a way to cultivate character and promote physical fitness. Over time, cuju spread to neighboring countries such as Japan and Korea, where it evolved into distinct forms. In Japan, cuju developed into the precursor of modern football and rugby, becoming part of the nation's cultural and sporting traditions.
Today, cuju continues to be cherished and revered as an intangible cultural heritage. It is not only popular in China but also widely celebrated among enthusiasts of Chinese culture and sports worldwide. The cultural value and sporting spirit of cuju will continue to inspire people to uphold and promote this ancient and precious tradition.
Irvine Chinese School Summer Activity Program offers Indoor Soccer
The South Coast Chinese Cultural Center's community program offers a sports camp on indoor soccer(6/17-6/21 & 7/8-7/12). Imagine your child playing soccer indoors in the cool air during the hot summer days. Isn't it a better experience?
蹴鞠是一項源遠流長、充滿文化底蘊的傳統體育運動，起源於古代中國。它是一種使用腳踢球的技藝，結合了技巧和力量，是中國足球的前身。在蹴鞠的比賽中，選手們通過靈活的腳法和精準的控球，盡力將球踢進對方的球門。
蹴鞠運動不僅僅是一項體育活動，更是一種文化傳承。在古代，蹴鞠被視為一種雅俗共賞的娛樂方式，不論貴賤都熱衷於參與其中。它承載了中國古代社會的禮儀、道德和團結精神，被視為一種培養人格和鍛煉身體的方式。隨著時間的推移，蹴鞠逐漸傳入了日本和韓國等鄰近國家，形成了各具特色的衍生形式。在日本，蹴鞠演變成了現代足球和橄欖球的前身，被納入了國家級的文化和體育傳統之中。
如今，蹴鞠作為一種非物質文化遺產，仍然受到人們的熱愛和推崇。不僅在中國，也在世界各地的中國文化愛好者和體育愛好者中廣為流傳。蹴鞠的文化價值和體育精神，將繼續激勵著人們傳承和弘揚這項古老而珍貴的運動。
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