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Nothing under heaven is more pliable than water. But when amassed, there is nothing that can withstand it. The soft overcomes the hard and the yielding conquers the rigid.

~Daodejing

 

Master Hu joins After School All-Stars Program
Los Angeles, CA

Master Hu is participating in The After School All-Stars Program that reaches out to 10,000 At-Risk youth in greater Los Angeles. Basketball great Kobe Bryant is the sponsor.  Master Hu is one of the teachers in the Health, Nutrition and Physical Fitness component of this program. He will be teaching his classes in Chinese to help teach kids the basics of the Chinese language so as they may build a foundation for future study of Chinese culture. For further information see:  www.la-allstars.org.

Coming Soon - 2010 LA Wushu Tournament
Los Angeles, CA

The 5th annual Shaolin Wushu Center Tournament will be held on Memorial Day Weekend. Stay tuned for more information in the weeks to come.

Greater Hartford International Chinese Martial Arts Festival Update
South Windsor, CT
This update is to correct some inaccuracies on the registration form.

The banquet price should read: $20 for adults and $15 for children, not $30/$20. If you've already paid the higher amount, you will receive a refund of the balance. The banquet will take place at the Misaki Restaurant. It's an excellent buffet restaurant serving Japanese and Chinese food.

Teeshirts are $15, not $20. Again, if you ordered one at the $20 price, you will receive a refund of the balance.
Lunch will be available at the competition. Choices are Chinese food, sushi and sandwiches. Cost is $7.
Masters Hu Jianqiang and Zong Jianmei are looking forward to meeting the competitors and their families, relaxing and enjoying dinner with everyone after the competition.
Please call 860-648-2788 to reserve seats at the banquet and/or to order a lunch.
Announcing Our 2009 China Tour
South Windsor, CT & Los Angeles, CA

The Shaolin Wushu Center is pleased to announce its 2009 China Tour.  Join us July 29, 2009 – August 10, 2009 as we travel to Shanghai, Hangzhou, Xian and Beijing and see sites such as the Huang Pu River, the Linyin Temple, the Terra Cotta Warriors, the Forbidden City, the Great Wall and much more. We will practice Taiji by lakes and in forests, we'll stay in 4-star accomodations with all meals provided (including some very special ones), and we'll even enjoy some special entertainments 2009 China Tour brochure.

Grand opening of new facility and Chinese New Year celebration
Los Angeles, CA

We've moved to larger and more spacious facilities in Los Angeles. Come celebrate as we continue growing and take part in Year of the Ox New Year's festivities. There will be performance, partying and a good time to be had by all. Festivities begin at 1:30 PM, come to: 1647 South La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035. The phone number is 310-278-1688. See you there!

Greater Hartford International Chinese Martial Arts Festival
South Windsor, CT

The 4th Greater Hartford International Chinese Martial Arts Festival will be held on May 9, 2009 at the Timothy Edwards Middle School in South Windsor, CT. Events include a martial arts tournament, followed by a Masters Demo and Banquet. For more information, please call 860-648-2788 or visit the Foundation for American and Chinese Cultural Exchange (FACCE) website.
 
Registration Form
Regulations
 
Recommended Lodging:
The following hotels/motels are offering a discount for festival attendees. Offer is good only for May 8-9. Both include morning breakfast. Inform them that you are with the Chinese Martial Arts Tournament.
 
Sheraton Hotel
100 East River Drive
East Hartford, CT 06901
(860) 528-9703
$89.00 + tax
 
Super 8 Motel
20 Taylor Street
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 643-1864
$65.00 + tax
 

Winter Promos
South Windsor, CT & Los Angeles, CA

Check out our special winter promos for the Los Angeles school and the Connecticut school.