We consider our in-house tournament an important part of our curriculum.

Regardless of belt level, we steadfastly train our Kung-Fu so that we can be our personal best. The tournament allows us as a Kung-Fu family to celebrate the effort we put in together by individually presenting our forms to the school and to the family and friends who join us.

While we do mark each student and award medals accordingly for those that place the highest, the real reward is knowing that you can perform your Kung-Fu individually and be recognized for the hard work you have put in.

Our sparring, horse and crane stance, and agile staff competitions offer another way that we can encourage each other to do well under pressure—a valuable lesson at any age!

We look forward to sharing this experience with you!

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by Chantal Moylan
Fu For You Spring 2026

Did you know that to become better at Kung Fu, you don’t actually need an hour of training every day?

What if it only took you five minutes each day? A lot of students might think they can only improve during classes. And yes, classes are important for getting corrections and learning new things. But the students who improve the fastest usually do something else: they practice at home, even if it’s just for just a little bit. And it doesn’t have to be for an hour, not even for 30 minutes – five minutes is all it takes!

Five minutes might not sound like a lot but think about it like this: if you practice for 5 minutes a day, even just 5 days a week, that’s 25 extra minutes of training. You can even have a parent set a timer for you.

If you aren’t sure what you could practice for those 5 minutes, here are some ideas to help get you started:

Minute 1: Stance Sequence. Try and make sure all of your stances are nice and low! Remember: you won’t be holding them for very long.

Minute 2: Forms. In just 1 minute, you could probably practice your form 2-3 times! Pick either your current form or an old one.

Minute 3: A Section of your Form. After practicing your whole form, pick a section you think needs some work and drill it a few times.

Minute 4: Kicking Sequence. Pick either an old or a current kicking sequence and try it out to both sides.

Minute 5: Blocking Sequence. Make sure you’re in a low horse stance and run through your blocking sequence a few times on both sides.

And that’s it! It’s not a lot of time but you can accomplish lots of things in that time. Some days, you might not feel like practicing. Maybe you’re tired from school or sports or maybe you’d rather play a game or watch TV. But remember: It’s only five minutes and it will help you to become a strong and disciplined martial artist!

Here’s another thing: If you come across a move or part of your form you are unsure of, you can write it down and ask an instructor for help at your next class. This also helps you remember exactly what you need to work on when you have the extra time to practice in class.

So here’s a spring challenge for you: For the next few weeks, pick a time like after school, before dinner, or before bed and practice your kung fu for five minutes – without being reminded! After those few weeks, see if you notice any changes, whether it’s stronger stances, sharper techniques or more confidence in your Kung Fu. Having success in your training doesn’t come from one giant effort. It comes from lots of small efforts repeated over time. So take just five minutes each day this spring – that’s all it takes!

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Little Ninjas & Youth Student March Break Camp

Ages: 4–10 Years
Week: March 16–20, 2026

WKFA Little Ninja & Youth Students, Buddies, Family Members (Ages 4–10) are welcome—camp is open to non-training family members and buddies! Choose morning-only or full-day camp.

MORNINGS: Instructional Kung-Fu Camp

Drop off: 8:30am–8:45am
Camp: 8:45am–11:45am
Pick up: 11:45am–12:00pm

Snack: Please bring your own healthy snack and water bottle.

MORNINGS: Costs

Daily Cost: $55 +HST
Daily Family Discount: subsequent children of same family, $47 +HST

Weekly Cost: $275 +HST
Weekly Family Discount: subsequent children of same family, $235 +HST

 

FULL DAYS: Instructional Kung-Fu Camp

Drop off: 8:30am–8:45am
Camp: 8:45am–3:00pm
Pick up: 3:00pm–3:15pm

Lunch & Snacks: Please bring your own healthy lunch, snacks, and water bottle.

FULL DAYS: Costs

Daily Cost: $75 +HST
Daily Family Discount: subsequent children of same family, $66 +HST

Weekly Cost: $375 +HST
Weekly Family Discount: subsequent children of same family, $330 +HST

Five-Day Camp:

Mon, March 16 – Fri, March 20, 2026

Spaces are Limited so sign up today!

Ready to Register?

• Please complete the March Break Camp Sign-up Form >
• Then follow up with payment via an Email Money Transfer. (Please direct any questions about payment to the WKFA office.)
• Also, please be sure to read our Cancellation Policy >

Questions?

All sessions are conducted by Sifu Anne with the support of Leadership Team Members.

Please contact us: WKFA.camps@gmail.com

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by Chantal Moylan
Fu For You – Winter 2025-26

“Congratulations! You have qualified to grade for promotion at the next grading!” When you see those words at the top of your grading letter it’s really exciting! This letter means you are invited to test for your next belt! But wait, before you get ahead of yourself, it’s important to note that this grading letter is more than just an invitation to the grading. It is a set of expectations, dates and times, and requirements that you need to read through carefully and follow all the instructions. Everything written in the letter is meant to help you succeed, feel prepared, and make sure you are able to grade and receive your results at the end of the testing. Here is a breakdown of what to look for and how to understand your grading letter:

The first thing to look for is the date and time of your grading, which will be located at the top of the page. These change each grading depending on your rank and the month, so don’t assume it’s the same every time. As soon as you read the letter, make sure you and your parents! write this information down somewhere, like a calendar, so you can arrive on time on the grading day.

Next, this letter contains all of the instructions you will need to be prepared for your grading. This includes the dress code, required equipment, arrival times, and how to prepare your grading envelope. Failure to complete these things could result in you not receiving your results at the end of the grading, so make sure you thoroughly read through this section and have everything prepared before the day of your testing!

If you (or your parents!) are confused about any part of the grading letter, please ask your instructor any questions to clarify anything you are confused about. There should be no excuses for not following these directions leading up to and on the day of your grading!

Lastly, but most important, the bottom of your letter has a section that you need to check off and return before your grading. This small piece contains three checkboxes. These checkboxes contain requirements that you need to complete, and your parents need to check off. If these aren’t completed, you may have to wait until the next grading, so it is important you read through them and make sure you complete them! All three must be checked off and returned to let your Sifus know that you are prepared and responsible enough to test for your next rank. Without it, you will not be able to grade so make sure it is handed in!

Think of your grading letter as an important step in earning your next rank; it is just as important as earning a form stripe! By reading it fully, understanding each section, and returning the bottom slip, on time, you will set yourself up for success in earning your next rank!

Download Your Winter Raffle Youth Activity Sheet >
Submit your completed activity sheet by January 16th!

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