Abstract: This article utilizes literature survey to study the evolution and innovation of characteristics of the traditional ethnic sports culture in China.The results show that the geographical differences lead to the regional changes of the traditional ethnic sports,and the production method thasnformation results in the heterogeneity of the traditional ethnic sports culture.Based on the results,the author puts forward an innovation mode to expand the living space,promote the vitality,and impel the development of the traditional ethnic sports.

Key words: traditional ethnic sports, evolution, innovation