Welcome to STQI Toronto!

"Hi! My name is Shi Chang Dao, or simply Master Dao. I am the Chief Instructor of the downtown Toronto school and also run an online school at LearnShaolin.com. I opened the school in the fall of 2011 under the guidance of my Shi Fu, Master Shi Guo Song. He is an authentic Shaolin monk that still practices traditional Shaolin kung fu martial arts, qi gong, and chan."

"Many cultures have a structured lifestyle yet it does not teach us how to be strong physically or mentally from within as we experience life. Healthy means being able to do what you want to now and when you are in your elderly years. I am very grateful to be able to pass on his teachings to help others through martial arts kung fu, tai chi, qi gong, meditation, and philosophy."

"My school aspires to help people of any age, any ethnicity, and any religious background. By joining my school you are making the effort to dedicate time and resources for improving yourself."

- Dao Shi, 35th Generation Shaolin Disciple

Latest News and Blogs

Kids Martial Arts Summer Camp Open for Registration August 16 to September 3, 2021 Posted by Master Dao on Friday, June 11, 2021 We're pleased to announce that we will be hosting 3 weeks of kids day camp from August 16 to September 3. The week long camps are from Monday to Friday from 9am to 3:30pm. Master Dao and his team of competent and dedicated instructors will ensure an engaging, fun, and challenging time for everyone. This year we are focusing more on team leadership games and will be bringing back the Shaolin Wushu Festival, Sha... [more]

Learn How to Deal with Anxiety at the FREE Worldwide Meditation Workshop on June 28, 2021 Posted by Master Dao on Monday, May 31, 2021 Learn How to Deal with Anxiety at the FREE Worldwide Meditation Workshop on Monday, June 28, 2021 Master Dao will be conducting a free worldwide meditation workshop on June 28, Monday, from 7pm to 9pm EST (4pm to 6pm PST). Past participants have voted for the topic "Learning to Deal with Anxiety". Indeed, anxiety is something we have all experienced before and many of us continue to struggle from anxiety. What exactly is anxiety? Why does it exist? And how does Zen wisdom teach us t... [more]

Master Dao Talks About How Shaolin Tai Chi Benefits the Mind and Body on CHIN Radio AM1540 | 91.9FM Posted by Master Dao on Monday, May 24, 2021 Listen to the interview: Your browser does not support the audio element. Listen to Master Dao explain just why Shaolin Tai Chi is so great for the mind and body. He talks about how Shaolin Tai Chi compares with other forms of Tai Chi, how Shaolin Tai Chi is easier to learn, and how it is thematic and applies to different aspects of health. Master Da... [more]

Zoomer-Radio-Interview-With-Master-Dao-Shaolin-Tai-Chi Posted by Master Dao on Monday, May 24, 2021 Master Dao Talks About Importance of Shaolin Tai Chi for Health on Zoomer Radio AM740 | 96.7FM Listen to the interview: Your browser does not support the audio element. Listen to Master Dao talk about why the new Shaolin Tai Show on OneTV (Get Fit) is important for mental and physical health, how it is easy to get into and learn, and how he got into the Shaolin arts many years ago.... [more]

Free Shaolin Baduanjin Daily Practice for Stress Relief 22mins Easy to Follow! Posted by Master Dao on Friday, May 21, 2021 Shaolin Baduanjin Daily Practice for Stress Relief 22mins Easy to Follow! Start your day with Master Dao to practice soothing and relaxing qigong, and learn the qigong secrets of the ancient Shaolin tradition! In this complete class, you'll learn the basics of the Shaolin Baduanjin qigong form. There are no low stances or straining of your joints. Instead, focus on your breath, relaxing, and developing awareness of your mind, body, and spirit. This class will get you started in learning a ... [more]

Master Dao Teaches Shaolin Tai Chi on OneTV's New Television Program Posted by Master Dao on Friday, May 14, 2021 We're excited to announce that a new television program for learning Shaolin Tai Chi will be premiering this Monday on OneTV (One Get Fit TV). The show features Master Dao and his students who guide you through relaxed and flowy movements that anyone can do. Learn how to breathe better, engage your core, and heal faster. The station can be added or found in many packages on all major Canadian TV cable companies. For the m... [more]

What is New for the 2021 Summer Term Posted by Master Dao on Sunday, May 02, 2021 What's New for the 2021 Summer Term! (Summer Term Begins May 3, 2021) This summer, we’ll learn how to apply ancient Shaolin Medicine wisdom in our Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Qigong classes to improve the health of our kidneys. The kidneys are one of the vital organs of our body. If your kidneys are not doing well, you can experience many symptoms related to aging, joint pains, and physical deterioration. On the other hand, developing healthy kidneys will support enhance... [more]

Striving with a Virtual Martial Arts Kung Fu Performance Posted by Master Dao on Friday, April 30, 2021 STQI Students Sending an Inspiring Message to Strive It hasn't been easy transitioning to a virtual environment for training. Both students and teachers have had to adapt and learn. Our students have continued training during the winter and have been working hard to bring this virtual performance together for you. It's an effort to show that we can strive and maintain the connection of our community. In this performance, the childr... [more]

How to Become More Disciplined Posted by Master Dao on Monday, April 26, 2021 Do you feel you need more discipline in your life? Not feeling like you are disciplined likely means you are feeling stress and anxiety. It is a common concern and perhaps this article will help you through it. What Does Being More Disciplined Mean? We need to first establish what being more disciplined means. To do that, let’s have a look at some common examples of how we use this word in the context of our day-to-day lives.    > I need ... [more]

Learn How to Become More Disciplined Through Our Free Meditation Workshop Posted by Master Dao on Monday, April 12, 2021 On April 26, 2021 at 7pm EST, Master Dao will be conducting a worldwide virtual meditation workshop. The topic as voted by the participants is "How to Become More Disciplined." Indeed many will feel that they need more discipline in their life. With so many things going it's easy to lose track of what you need to do. Master Dao will offer insights into the Shaolin Chan-Dao approach of tackling this subject and offer a... [more]