Location
We are located in down town Toronto at 374 Dupont Street, 2nd floor, walking distance to Dupont subway station West of Spadina. Free parking available. Here is a map
Sifu Ali Siadatan
has focused on the study of Chinese Martial Arts for 20 years. He began teaching professionally in 1999. He is a third generation student of Master Yang Chengfu and did his study under the expert guidance of Sigung John Oliver Peel. He is a certifed instructor in 5 Animal Style Kung Fu as well as Tai Chi Chuan, Chi kung and Chinese Grappling (Chin- Na). His area of specialty is the cultivation of internal energy for martial and healing purposes, he is currently integrating into one system hard and soft approaches to movement, and is specializing in the study of the Martial Art of Tai Chi Chuan. Wu Xing is a familly owned school, Sifu Siadatan and his wife Shellie wish to enrich the lives of their community members by providing a sanctuary in the heart of the city where like minded people can benefit from a wonderful lifestyle.
Sifu Ali’s interest in story-telling led him to complete a Masters degree in French Literature at the University of Toronto. He is the president of Think Again Productions and the writer/director of the popular documentary UFOs Angels & Gods available at: www.thinkagainproductions.com He is currently working on an account of his spiritual journey.
Shellie Siadatan
Shellie Siadatan B.Sc., RMT, Lic.Ac. is the co-founder of WuXing Martial Arts. She teaches Traditional Tai Chi, Chi Kung and Meditation as well as Specialty Workshops, Lectures and Teacher Trainings. Her deep passion is creating and developing curriculum using the theories of Chinese Medicine and the Animal Forms of Kung Fu. She also enjoys empowering Women by the use of the Samurai Sword. She has been a practicing Registered Massage Therapist since 2000 and Licensed Acupuncturist since 2004. She harmonizes each treatment with the needs of the individual and the energy of the season. Shellie is an innovator and creator. Her latest development and partnership is WuXing YinYang TM. This is an Energy Medicine Workshop using original, seasonal, animal movements combined with therapeutic Yin Yoga.
Shirley Russ
I teach Tai Chi with a great deal of love and enthusiasm for both Tai Chi and the students of the art. I had the good fortune to stumble on a Tai Chi class 32 years ago, since then i have studied it steadily. My other passions are teaching people to listen to one another, and to listen to them myself as a psychotherapist. I like learning Kung Fu and gardening and just being outside. I know that there is no limit to what we can learn and how we can move.
Chris Lykidis
I have always been enthusiastic about combat arts since I was a child. My journey began in 1982 in Olympic wrestling in Greece. I learned the value of hard work and the spirit of competing. I was introduced to traditional Wing Chun Kung Fu in Canada where I learned patience and the importance of speed and strategy. I later decided to explore the 5 animal styles of Shaolin Kung Fu, setting my heart on becoming a professional teacher. My passion for the martial arts has led me to further my training with Sifu Siadatan who introduced me to the world of Tai Chi Chuan. As a life long Christian I feel that my journey into the martial arts is one of the gifts that I have been given in life. I believe that through teaching I have been placed on the long path to mastery. I am honored to be able to share what I have learned with who ever wants to learn.
Serge Cambou
From a management career in five star hotels in Europe and North America to the art of Tai Chi as a lifetime pursuit, there seems to be an insurmountable difference. However, Serge Cambou traded diplomas in Hotel Management, Sommellerie and English Language for the serenity, peace and inner strength that the study of Tai Chi brings to the serious practitioner. Student for 15 years of renowned Tai Chi Master Sigong John Oliver Peel, Serge has studied the Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan combined with Traditional Chinese Medicine under fame teachers such as Mary Wu and Quanfu Zhou.
Chris Gagne
Christopher Gagne is a guest instructor at Wu Xing Martial Arts. He has been studying Krav Maga for more than 7 years, receiving instruction from the world’s foremost experts from the International Krav Maga Association (IKMF), including Gabi Noah and Avi Moyal. His martial arts background includes karate, Kuk Sool Wan, and boxing. Teaching is a passion for Christopher who also enjoys facilitating writing groups , university history classes, and employment workshops. He is currently striving to finish his PhD in history.
Andrew Fonceca
My love for martial arts began when I was only five years-old (and saw a Bruce Lee movie for the first time). Since, I have studied a variety of styles with a variety of masters totaling more than 17 years experience in martial arts, and weapon’s fighting. Some notable achievements include: 2-years teaching with Grandmaster Jong Soo Park (taekwondo), 4 years spent with Grandmaster Vincent Lo (sanda/muay thai), and most recently the chance to study abroad in China (kung-fu/tai chi) with the Shao Lin Monks. My focus is on creating harmony, health, and growth between mind, body, and spirit, and there is nothing I’m more passionate about than helping others to do the same.
Furthermore, as a certified personal trainer, running my own company, I have come to develop an understanding of each individual client’s needs and wants, and am able to teach effectively to a variety of personalities. I look forward to meeting you, and helping you achieve your goals.
The Logo Explained
The emblem in the middle represents a fish, the original symbol of Christianity, as well as a flame : the spiritual light at the heart of the organization, and the bladed arms represent the community of martial artists. Wu Xing refers to the 5 element theory of Chinese medicine, and to the 5 animal styles of Chinese martial arts.
Vision
To build a strong community of like minded people, with love as the foundation, sharing life long friendships and a lifestyle.
Mission
Be a light to the world. Bring knowledge of health with energy medicine, empowerment through martial arts and wisdom through spiritual studies.
