Shaolin Temple Quanfa Institute Toronto

Shaolin Temple Quanfa Institute Toronto Traditional and authentic Shaolin martial arts. Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Kids Kung Fu, Sanda. Stretch Therapy & Meditation

Shaolin Temple Quanfa Institute (STQI Toronto) 少林寺拳法学院, the downtown Toronto school for the traditional and authentic Shaolin and Chinese arts was founded in the fall of 2011 by Shi Chang Dao 释常道, a 35th Generation Shaolin Disciple of 34th Generation Shaolin Monk Master Shi Guo Song. Its aim is to improve the mental and physical health of individuals through the 1,500 years of cultivated wisdom. O

ur school offers Shaolin classes and instruction for adults and children in Shaolin Kung Fu including hand and weapon taolu forms, Qi Gong Ba Duan Jin, Sanda Chinese Boxing, Shaolin Meditation, and Shaolin Chan (Zen) philosophy. Chinese cultural classes include Er Hu Chinese Fiddle, Dizi Chinese Bamboo Flute, Spoken Mandarin, and workshops for Chinese Calligraphy, Chinese Painting, and Kung Fu Tea Ceremony. Our school also offers other cultural workshops such as Sanskrit, OM Choir, and Yoga. The downtown Toronto school branch is also connected with the STQI Markham and STQI Laurentides schools, as well as the Canadian registered charity called Shaolin Luohan Temple, all of which are overseen by Master Shi Guo Song. Our Shaolin network offers its students and members the benefits of inter-school gatherings at major events, competitions, and tournaments throughout the year. STQI Toronto hosts several annual public events such as the Shaolin Retreat Camping in the summer and the downtown Summer Camp for children. Shaolin Temple Quanfa Institute (STQI) was founded near the original Shaolin Temple in China in 1996 by Master Shi Guo Song. Its aim is to spread traditional Shaolin culture and martial arts. In just a few years it grew to over 1,000 active students.

06/08/2026

🏮 More than a summer camp. A journey into the Shaolin tradition.

This August, children will have the opportunity to experience the wisdom, discipline, and spirit of authentic Shaolin culture through a week of Kung Fu training, games, challenges, and teamwork.

At STQI, we proudly preserve and share a living tradition that has been passed down for over 1,500 years.

Campers will learn:
🥋 Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu
💪 Strength, balance, and coordination
🧠 Focus, discipline, and perseverance
🤝 Respect, teamwork, and leadership

Every day is designed to help children grow stronger in body, mind, and spirit while having fun alongside fellow young Shaolin warriors.

📍 STQI Toronto
📅 Aug 17–21 or Aug 24–28
🌱 Ages 5–16 | All experience levels welcome
🔗 Register now [Link in bio]

Join us for a week of learning, growth, and authentic cultural experience.

05/27/2026

Have you ever considered that your mind is not a single voice — but a partnership? 🧘

Join Master Dao for our next Meditation Workshop exploring how to better understand and work with your “Subconscious Partner” — the part of the mind that stores memory, shapes perception, and influences how you think, feel, and act every day.

In Shaolin philosophy, clarity of mind is supported by structure. This is where the Shaolin Virtues come in — a practical system of guiding principles that help you make better choices in daily life, strengthen self-awareness, and align thoughts with action.

When the mind is calm and guided by these virtues, confusion decreases and better decisions naturally follow. Through guided Shaolin meditation practice, you will learn how to quiet internal noise, build emotional balance, and reconnect with a more grounded way of thinking and living.

No prior meditation experience is required. This session builds upon Shaolin meditation teachings and is open to both new and returning participants.

Join us in-person in downtown Toronto or online and take the next step in your Shaolin meditation journey. 🙏



04/27/2026

The weather is getting warmer and the training is heating up at STQI Toronto!
Join us as we kick off the 2026 Summer Term!

NEW for this term, Adult Kung Fu ‘Low Impact’ classes have been added to the schedule on Tuesdays from 6-8pm, Wednesdays from 1-3pm, and Thursdays from 6-8pm. These classes are perfect for adults over 40, beginners, and students recovering from injuries and offer the same tough Foundation and Toulu Forms training, except easier on the knees and no pressure for low stances.

!! Reduced token price for kids 18 and under !
!! Family discounts available !

Register and pay by April 30, 2026 to get a free STQI bamboo cotton t-shirt!

Comment or message for more info on how to get started!








04/26/2026

Discover Shaolin meditation — a 1500-year-old discipline designed to help you develop your self-wisdom.

Swipe to see the seven steps of Shaolin Sitting Meditation, which can be done in a cross-legged position, in full lotus, or half lotus.

Always find yourself emotional or distracted while trying to meditate? Shaolin also offers ‘moving meditation’ techniques like Qigong, Tai Chi, and Kung Fu.

Experience the benefits of moving meditation at any one of our traditional Shaolin classes, and put your seated meditation skills into practice at our next Shaolin Meditation Workshop happening in June!

https://youtu.be/2bIXfRZJcTEOur performance video premiers tomorrow, Friday, March 6 at 8 PM EST!
03/05/2026

https://youtu.be/2bIXfRZJcTE

Our performance video premiers tomorrow, Friday, March 6 at 8 PM EST!

Learn about the incredible history and Shaolin arts of Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Qigong, and Meditation in our 7-minute performance! We performed live at the Toronto...

01/30/2026

“Before skill, there is discipline.
Before discipline, there is heart.”

Grand Master Shi Guo Song reminds us that Shaolin training for children begins long before strength — with character, patience, and respect.

Discipline is learned.
Confidence is built.
The path starts young.

🧘‍♂️🧘‍♀️🧘



01/25/2026

Did you know you can actually speak with your subconscious?💭

Join us Monday, Feb. 23rd from 7-9pm EST (4-6pm PST) for our next Shaolin Meditation Workshop on “Aligning Your Subconscious Partner for Spiritual Fulfillment.”

Think of your Subconscious Partner as your true life partner. It supports your ability to store and access memory, evaluate your thoughts and even physically move. Everything you do and think about is also known by your subconscious.

Come meditate to calm your mind and learn how to work with your Subconscious Partner to resolve confusion and improve your self-esteem.

No experience is necessary to attend the workshop, but this topic is a follow-up on several sessions where Master Dao spoke about “Finding Your Spiritual Path Through the Ego-Self,” “Overcoming Perceptual Illusions to Find Peace and Happiness,” “The Power of Calmness - Understanding Emotions,” and “Tempering the Heart to Master Peace and Happiness” — all of which are available on our website for review.

Sign up today to join online or in-person at our downtown Toronto location 🙏



01/23/2026

🥶💭☀️ Dreaming of summer? So are we! And of being on the Chinatown Festival stage in mid-August!

As we journey through the coldest months of the year, STQI is bringing the heat with a throwback to our 2025 Chinatown Festival performance 🔥

Witness the Shaolin spirit come to life through our traditional kung fu, tai chi and qi gong performance at the 2025 Chinatown Festival.

Stay tuned for more highlights!



01/11/2026

Shaolin Stretch Therapy has made a tremendous impact on my life.

Even at over 50 years of age, it has given me the power to intensely train and perform Shaolin martial arts.

I wake up each morning pain-free, and my joints feel fresh and youthful.

I am excited to share with you my secrets, the Shaolin's 1,500 years of wisdom on empowering the mind and body, through simple and effective exercises that you can do while sitting or lying down on the ground.

Join me in the 20-minute Essential Daily Shaolin Stretch Therapy video to practice and learn how to optimize your joints.

~ Master Dao


Address

393 Dundas Street West, 2nd Floor
Toronto, ON
M5T1G6

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 9pm
Tuesday 5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 11:30am - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Thursday 11:30am - 2pm
5pm - 9pm
Friday 5pm - 9pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+16477248004

Website

https://www.stqitoronto.com/index.php/s/explorestretchtherapy

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