STQI Scarborough



Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu

Shaolin Temple Quanfa Institute

For almost 2 decades the Shaolin Temple Quanfa Institute has been guiding the next generation of Shaolin Warriors in locations across Ontario, Quebec, and Alberta. We also host childen's summer camps, community shows, and an annual camping retreat suitable for the whole family.

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Welcome to our Scarborough school

Our school is headed by Instructor Shi Chang Chuan, 35th generation Shaolin Disciple, who has been studying under Master Shi Guo Song for over a decade. Master Shi Guo Song established the Shaolin Temple Quanfa Institute (STQI) in China in 1996, and under his guidance Instructor Chuan established the Scarborough, Ontario branch in 2018. Our Instructor's teaching style is energetic, focused, and yet fun, as his objective is to keep you motivated to reach your personal goals. Our school is a welcoming community where families and people of all backgrounds come to train together and share in the Shaolin culture.

Our Grand Master

Master Shi Guo Song began learning martial arts at the age of six and was accepted into the Shaolin Temple in China at the age of thirteen. He studied Shaolin Kung Fu under Shaolin martial arts monk Master Shi Yong Ding, and he also studied Buddhism and became a monk under Master Shi Sheng Ci.

Shi Guo Song has been trained in martial arts for over 30 years and has mastered many different martial arts styles, including Shaolin boxing and weaponry. He is a 34th generation Shaolin Martial Arts warrior monk, one of the 10 Famous Arhats (Top Temple Guards) who also held the post of Chief Coach of the Shaolin martial arts monk group, and a World Kung Fu Champion.

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Testimonials

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Our whole family has been with Shifu Chuan for a few years. He is an amazing teacher with enthusiasm, professionalism and patience etc. My 8 year son has asthma and his situation has gotten better and better by doing Kungfu classes. Thank you Shifu for being such a great teacher. We will follow you all the way no matter how many years. ✌️👍 We just came back from the yearly STQI Retreat, this year was at the Warsaw Caves in Peterborough. That was an amazing experience. Thank you for reading. Wish you all the best.

Li Family
Kung Fu and Ba Duan Jin Students

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I joined the STQI Scarborough Branch few months ago and I am loving the experience! It's a very friendly, fun and safe environment and people of all ages/fitness levels attend classes. Shifu is patient and humble and most importantly, passionate about teaching. I have more mental clarity since attending Kungfu and Qigong classes now and really look forward to my classes every week! I will 100% recommend to give it a try and you will love it! We attended the Shaolin retreat in Peterborough for 3 days last week and it was such a fun and great learning experience!

Sanaa
Kung Fu and Ba Duan Jin Student

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ At Shaolin Temple Quanfa Institute (STQI), the commitment to ensuring each student’s progress is commendable, the teachings go beyond physical techniques, touching on the essence of Kung Fu. My physical fitness has improved significantly since joining the institute. The sense of community at STQI is heartwarming. Fellow students support and encourage one another, creating a positive atmosphere. Our Master embodies the spirit of Kung Fu. His dedication, discipline, kindness and skill inspire us all. His corrections are precise, pushing us to excel. Beyond physical prowess, I’ve gained mental resilience and inner peace. The weekly classes may seem repetitive, yet they build a solid foundation. I’m grateful for this opportunity—to learn, grow, and honor the ancient art of Shaolin Kung Fu. STQI truly shapes warriors of mind, body, and spirit.

Chen Family
Kung Fu Students

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Good martial art school and teacher.

Thang Family
Kung Fu Students

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Can't tell you how much I enjoy this place. The classes are extremely affordable, we get to do both Kung Fu and Qi Gong back to back which is an awesome combination of higher intensity and then slower breathwork training, our instructor is amazing: very patient, gives us highly individualized feedback, dedicated to really teaching us precise movements, why they're used, the history and culture behind the martial art, there are no egos involved and it's a very family friendly place, plus few extra costs by way of equipment since all the training uses your body and they even organize phenomenal yearly camping trips so we get to meet people from the other schools and learn from one another. Highly, highly recommended! Thank you for everything!

A Z
Kung Fu and Ba Duan Jin Student

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Fantastic SiFu with a very positive attitude and excellent teachings and practical demonstrations. Very practical applications for the kung fu, as well as reinforces form, drills, and excercises to keep both mind and body in tip-top shape! Thank you, Si Fu !

Wong Family
Kung Fu Students

Our Classes

Traditional Shaolin culture is designed to accommodate you all through life, so no matter what age we have something that can suit your interests!
Shaolin Kung Fu

Our Traditional Kung Fu classes focus on power, speed, flexibility, and endurance. We learn stances, kicks, strikes, and forms (taolu), while improving focus and patience. This is the class to take for an authentic Shaolin experience.

Qi Gong

These classes are based on slow and repetitive movements with deep abdominal breathing, which helps to increase blood flow and oxygen absorption. It is designed to build internal energy (Qi) and improve health, while relaxing the mind.

Boxing Fitness-Defense

This is a fun, upbeat class based on Kung Fu drills. It is designed for those who do not want a regular Traditional class but want to focus on their defensive footwork, punching, and kicking in a fun, energetic way. Suitable for all ages.

Our classes are hosted in partnership with the Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto, located at 5183 Sheppard Ave E, Scarborough.

Class Schedule

Dear students and families,
YES we have resumed classes! Please note we are asking everyone to

  1. Continue to wear masks during class, they are not mandatory but are recommended (if you forget, CCCGT has masks at the front desk);
  2. Clean your hands when you enter the CCCGT;
  3. Only wear indoor shoes within the studio, and please clean your shoes if you leave the studio in your Kung Fu shoes;
  4. Please bring your own hand sanitizer, otherwise the CCCGT has sanitizers by every entrance.
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Fall in love with Shaolin Kung Fu!

We are inviting those in our community to come check out our school and try your first* class for free (when you use promo code "SHAOLIN" at checkout) on Sunday, October 20, 2024! Click the image or link below for more details and to reserve your spot.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fall-in-love-with-shaolin-kung-fu-event-scarborough-tickets-1038596940407

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