One of the primary characteristics of a leader is
self-confidence. One of the most important qualities
is compassion. One of the most important attributes
is knowledge. Wu-Te is a Leadership Program. The
curriculum is designed to challenge youth to reach
for their highest potential. It is also designed
to intensify their passion for learning; and to
teach them the highest principle of social interaction,
Do No Harm. The Wu-Te Troupes are Peer Counselors
modeling a message of health and healing to their
peers and communities. The curriculum is designed
to help them develop their message and their goals
for the future.
Anatomy
Physiology and Nutrition
Herbology
First Aid
Acupressure
Public Health and Disease
Health Care Innovations and Trends
Health & Social Services Careers, Schools,
and Training
Opportunities
The elements of the Martial & Healing Arts Curriculum
are too numerous to list in this overview. Briefly
stated, the curriculum includes the following areas:
Health and Fitness Concepts and
Exercises including personal hygiene, lifestyle
choices, and 'making and breaking habits'.
Traditional training in Southern/Northern
Shaolin Kung Fu Wu Shu and Wu Kung. Wu Shu
training emphasizes health and performance/ demonstration
techniques, while Wu Kung emphasizes self-defense.
Traditional training in Chin
Na. Chin Na literally means to 'seize control'
and is the science of seizing, holding, and arresting
an opponent with minimal force. It is also an excellent
method for teaching the arts of massage and physical
therapy, as will as the art of diplomacy.
The Art of Aikijufu -
a contemporary style that combines techniques from
Aikido, Jujitsu, and Shaolin Kung Fu. An excellent
method for teaching confidence, overcoming our personal
fears, and working cooperatively and collaboratively
with others.
The Arts of Qigong and Tai Chi
Chuan - These arts are a central part of
Traditional Chinese Medicine and are increasing
becoming mainstream in the United States. Today
these techniques are being used in mainstream medicine
as effective treatments for stress and pain management
and many related medical conditions. Students learn
both internal Qigong (for self-healing) and external
Qigong (for helping others to heal). It is an excellent
method for teaching empathy and compassion, and
the principles of interrelatedness, interconnectedness,
and interdependence.
Meditation or Trance Utilization
- various systems of meditation and trance utilization
are taught to assist students in gaining self-understanding,
self-discipline, and self-control.
The Martial Arts curriculum will also offer other
positive and effective training opportunities not
mentioned in this brief overview (i.e., advanced
hand, eye, body coordination exercises for the 3-5
year olds).
All students will be exposed to and instructed in
proper social protocols throughout their involvement
in the program. These protocols and values will
be reinforced in every aspect of the program. The
Social Protocols of the program are non-religious
and non- Denominational. The Academy has no religious
agenda but is focused solely on elevating human
character and the human condition. The goal of the
curriculum is to unlock a well-rounded, mature,
responsible, empathetic, compassionate, and understanding
individual from within every student; a role model
and leader.
The Curriculum includes topics
like:
History, Culture, and Genealogy
You, Society and the Law
Time Management and Organizational Skills
Communication Skills and Body Language
Financial Management
Codes of Conduct
Community Spirit and Volunteerism
Healthy Relationships with Family, Friends, and
Others
Ecology: Living in Balance with Nature
Art Appreciation
Music Appreciation
Self-Motivation and Leadership Development
Traditional Value Systems
