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In a world where screens often feel like frenemies, a Chengdu-based esports academy is flipping the script on gaming culture. Yidu E-sports Academy founder Hou Xu is blending ancient philosophy with Fortnite-era tech to help Gen Z players level up IRL.
Their secret weapon? Confucius's 2,500-year-old concepts of \"self-reflection\" and \"teaching according to one's ability\". Students don’t just learn combo moves – they explore how strategic thinking in League of Legends translates to real-world problem-solving.
\"We're creating ninjas of self-awareness,\" Hou told us, describing programs that mix pro-gamer training with mindfulness exercises. The result? Teens who can clutch a Valorant match and maintain healthy screen habits.
With China's esports industry projected to hit $5 billion by 2025, this academy’s approach could rewrite the rules of digital education. Next up: Expanding their \"play with purpose\" model to help more young gamers avoid burnout and ace life’s ultimate boss battle.
Yidu E-sports Academy founder Hou Xu is blending ancient philosophy with Fortnite-era tech to help Gen Z players level up IRL.
Their secret weapon? Confucius's 2,500-year-old concepts of \"self-reflection\" and \"teaching according to one's ability\". Students don’t just learn combo moves – they explore how strategic thinking in League of Legends translates to real-world problem-solving.
Next up: Expanding their \"play with purpose\" model to help more young gamers avoid burnout and ace life’s ultimate boss battle.
