ABSTRACT Objective: This paper examines the benefits of the optional Kung Fu course on students’ physical health. Methods: Specific strategies promoting elective Kung Fu courses in Chinese universities are presented after analyzing the current situation of university students’ psychophysical health. Results: According to the characteristics of martial arts students, providing effective sports intervention is an important demand for educators. Its development is also an important feature of modern sports and medicine. Conclusions: According to the analysis of the general physical status of Chinese college students at the current stage, students in ordinary colleges and universities should pay more attention to the importance of sports activities for students’ physical quality and mental health education when participating in sports activities. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment results.