In 1966, the “Cultural Revolution” began. The Lin Biao and his fellowers and the “Gang of Four”, in their attempt to overthrow He Long, fabricated the false accusation that He Long was planning a “February Mutiny” through the sports system. Until the end of the “Cultural Revolution” in 1976, Wushu was in a period of tortuous development. The circumstances for Wushu were extremely difficult, giving rise to debates over whether Wushu should be classified under “Wu” (武) or “dance” (舞). Wushu training and competitions developed in a convoluted manner, and Wushu education in schools suffered severe setbacks. However, within this crisis lay opportunities, and Wushu teaching and education gradually began to recover. Mass Wushu activities stagnated but did not cease. Despite these challenges, Chinese Wushu continuously developed in international exchanges, especially as diplomatic relations improved.