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ABOUT BARRHAVEN CHINESE MARTIAL ARTS WUSHU CLUB
At Barrhaven Wushu Cub, we believe that Chinese Martial Arts is a shining pearl in Chinese traditional culture. Our mission is to bring the power and benefits of traditional Kungfu to the Barrhaven community. Our classes are designed for all ages and skill levels, and focus on physical fitness, self-defense, and the mental discipline needed to unlock your potential. Come join us and discover the path to a healthier, happier you.
Maple-China Martial Arts Wushu Training Includes:
At Maple-China Sports Wushu, we provide a unique martial arts experience. We focus on Chinese martial arts, such as Wushu Taolu - Barehand and Weapons including Daoshu, Gunshu, Jianshu and Qiangshu, and our routines follow the competition routines of the Wushu Association. Our classes are designed to help you develop your skills and take part in domestic and international competitions. Our curriculum includes traditional Wushu routines such as Mizongquan, Nanquan, Ditangquan, Taijiquan, Baguazhang, Tanglangquan, and Bajiquan.
Dear Parents and Wushu Families,
We are pleased to announce that registration for the 2026 Fall Wushu Program is now officially open! This season we continue to offer three progressive training options to meet the different goals and levels of our students:
🥋 Recreational Group
• 1–2 classes per week (1–2 hours per session depending on age)
• Focus on Wushu fundamentals including physical conditioning, flexibility, coordination, and basic techniques. As students progress, they will be introduced to short Taolu combinations.
🥈 Pre-Competitive Group
• Minimum 2 classes per week (2 hours per session)
• Focus on Wushu Taolu routines (Changquan, Nanquan and relevant weapons), building both technical skill and performance ability.
🥇 Competitive Group
• Minimum 3 classes per week (2 hours per session)
• Focus on advanced Wushu Taolu, including barehand and weapon routines, with higher intensity physical and technical development.
✨ Please note: only the Pre-Competitive and Competitive groups will focus on full Taolu routines and weapons training.
Registration is now open and spaces are limited, so we encourage you to register as soon as possible.
🔗 https://maplechinasports.uplifterinc.com/registration/barrhaven-martial-arts-wushu-club/?sort=start_date
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We look forward to welcoming everyone back and continuing the Wushu journey together!
City of Ottawa Introduces Wushu to the Local Community
Discover the Art, Sport and Spirit of Chinese Martial Arts
We are proud to announce a new opportunity for families in Ottawa: Wushu is now being offered as a City of Ottawa community recreation program.
This is an exciting milestone for the local Wushu community and an opportunity for children and families to experience one of China's most respected traditional martial arts.
Why Wushu is Excellent for Youth
Children today need opportunities to develop both a healthy body and a strong mind.
Wushu training can help develop:
Physical fitness — strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and agility.
Focus — learning detailed movements and routines requires concentration and attention to detail.
Discipline — progress comes through consistent practice and effort.
Confidence — children learn to challenge themselves, overcome difficulties and recognize their own progress.
Resilience — difficult skills require patience, persistence and the willingness to try again.
Respect and teamwork — Wushu training encourages respect for instructors, teammates and the martial arts tradition.
From Canadian Athletes to the World Stage
Wushu is now a truly international sport.
Canada has a long history of participation in international Wushu competitions, including World Wushu Championships and World Junior Wushu Championships. Canadian athletes have earned international medals, including World Championship titles, and continue to represent Canada around the world.
Canadian junior athletes have also achieved strong results internationally. At the 2026 World Junior Wushu Championships in Tianjin, China, Canadian athletes won multiple medals, including gold medals.
Wushu Makes Its Youth Olympic Debut
One of the biggest milestones in the development of Wushu is happening in 2026.
The International Olympic Committee approved Wushu for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, making it the first time Wushu has been included in the Youth Olympic Games programme.
This gives young athletes another pathway to experience Wushu at the highest levels of international youth sport.
Now Available in Ottawa
The new City of Ottawa Wushu program gives local families the opportunity to discover this unique combination of:
Sport + Martial Arts + Culture + Character Development
Whether your child has never practiced martial arts before or already has experience, Wushu can provide an exciting and challenging journey.
📍 City of Ottawa Wushu Program
Minto Recreation Complex – Barrhaven
👉 View program information and register:
City of Ottawa Wushu Registration
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PRINCIPLES OF BARRHAVEN MAPLE-CHINA WUSHU CLUB
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Wǔshù 武术 – “Martial Art”
The term wushu is Chinese for “martial arts” (武 “wu” = military or martial, 术 “shu” = art) that is used to encompass Chinese martial arts in general, which is commonly known as kung fu in Western societies.
Modern Wushu
Chinese martial arts can be traced back over thousands of years, however modern or contemporary wushu was developed and standardized in the late 1940s. It is the national sport of China and is both an exhibition sport (taolu) and a full-contact sport (sanda).
Taolu forms are more widely practiced and are comparable to gymnastics floor routines that emphasizes speed, flexibility, power and acrobatic techniques. Forms have been designed to be more aesthetically pleasing, using lower stances and higher kicks, which is also used for exercise purposes. Difficult acrobatic and aerial movements are also incorporated, gaining favour for exhibitions and competitions.
Modern wushu was made popular by Jet Li, who was a 5 time China wushu national champion before transitioning over to the big screen. Now wushu is often seen in action movies and video games. Today, wushu is officially practiced in more than 120 countries around the world.
Wushu Competitions
Contemporary wushu has emerged as a competitive sport with several international competitions held, including the World Wushu Championships held every two years with rules and regulations are set by the International Wushu Federation (IWUF).
Taolu forms are performed on a 14m x 8m carpet using martial arts patterns and movements either barehanded or with weapons, which are judged and given points according to specific rules. The minimum time limit for external forms is 1 minute and 20 seconds and 3-6 minutes for internal taichi forms.
Competitions are divided by these common categories:
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Barehand 拳术: Longfist (长拳), Southern Fist (南拳), Taichi Fist (太极拳)
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Short Weapons短兵器: Broadsword (刀术), Straightsword (剑术), Southern Broadsword (南刀), Taichi Sword (太极剑)
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Long Weapons长兵器: Staff (棍术), Spear (枪术), Southern Staff (南棍)
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Group Events集体项目: Choreographed routines that focuses on synchronization and fluidity
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Dulian Events对练: Choreographed fight sets with or without weapons
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Traditional Form传统套路：Xingyi (形意拳), Baguazhaung (八卦掌), Dadao (大刀) and Double Sword (双剑) etc.
Coach Fan, the Head Coach of Barrhaven Maple-China Wushu Club (Canada and Ontario registered Wushu Club), the Coach of traditional Chinese Martial Arts Wushu with the qualification certification issued by the Chinese Wushu Association in 2002. In 2003, Fan got his National Wushu Coach Certificate and Ontario Qualified Wushu Judge in Canada. He practiced Wushu since he was six years’ old from the National Wushu Coach Yu Lihao proactising Chinese Kungfu Wushu Barehand Taolu, Short Weapon Taolu, Long Weapon Taolu, Traditional Taolu-Mizong Quan and Traditional Weapon Taolu. He was the regional Championship of Wushu Long Weapon Stick, the Liaoning Provincial Wushu Championship.
With over 30 years of experience in traditional Kungfu, Sifu Fan Wang is a true master of his craft. He has trained with some of the most respected teachers in China, and has dedicated his life to sharing his knowledge and passion with others. Our experienced and dedicated instructors are here to guide you on your journey to mastering traditional Kungfu WUSHU. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your skills to the next level, we have the expertise and passion to help you achieve your goals.
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Contact us today to start your Wushu journey!
613-255-2388 | maplechinasports@gmail.com
201 Crestway Drive, Nepean, ON K2G 6Z3