The 17th California International Wushu Championships successfully concluded after two days of exciting competition. The on-site events were held from May 23 to 24 at the Santa Clara Convention Center, while the online video competition wrapped up on May 30. This year’s tournament reached a record-breaking scale, drawing nearly 95 teams and around 2,000 athletes from 15 countries and regions worldwide. Including judges, coaches, accompanying parents, and spectators, total on-site attendance reached approximately 4,500 participants.
The opening ceremony was hosted by Tournament Chairman Shudong Li and his student Michelle Ahl.
Opening Ceremony Parade of Nations
This grand event was hosted by the World Tai Chi Science Federation, officially sanctioned by the USA Wushu-Kungfu Federation (USAWKF), and co-organized by Chinese Wushu Magazine. The championships were generously sponsored by KungFuDirect (USA), Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Fantuan Delivery, and other supporting organizations.
Renowned vocalist Frank Ouyang has been invited to perform the national anthem at the opening ceremony.
Government Leaders Show Support, Dignitaries Gather for the Opening Ceremony
This year’s tournament received strong support from Chinese diplomatic missions abroad and various levels of government in California.
Cultural Consul Wang Wenhui from the Chinese Consulate General in San Francisco and Director Ye Desheng from the Fujian Provincial Sports Bureau led delegations to attend and deliver remarks at the opening ceremony.
Distinguished guests included California State Treasurer and Lieutenant Governor candidate Fiona Ma, State Senator Aisha Wahab, Santa Clara County Supervisor Otto Lee, Santa Clara Mayor Lisa Gillmor, Union City Mayor Gary Singh, City Councilmember Yang Shao, Cupertino Mayor Liangfang Zhao, former California Assemblymember Kansen Chu, and his wife, Mrs. Daisy Zhou. Many of them attended in person or sent representatives to offer congratulations and support.
Opening Remarks by Wang Wenhui, Cultural Counselor of the Chinese Consulate General in San Francisco
Herby Lam, on behalf of California State Treasurer (and Lieutenant Governor candidate) Fiona Ma, delivered remarks and presented a certificate of recognition.
Elizabeth Vacca, on behalf of California State Senator Aisha Wahab, delivered remarks and presented a certificate of recognition.
Santa Clara County Supervisor Otto Lee delivered remarks and presented a certificate of recognition.
Santa Clara Mayor Lisa Gillmor delivered remarks and presented a certificate of recognition.
Former California Assemblymember Kansen Chu delivered remarks.
Director Ye Desheng, leading the delegation from the Fujian Provincial Sports Bureau, delivered remarks.
Professor Zhou Huijun of Stanford University presented the Stanford University 2025 Guest Speaker Honor Award
to Master Shudong Li.
At the grand opening ceremony, attending guests also presented trophies to the recipients of the “Premier Institution for Wushu Education” and “Excellence in Teaching and Promotion” awards, in a solemn and celebratory atmosphere.
Premier Institution for Wushu Education
| # | Institution Name | # | Institution Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zhang Kung Fu Institute | 12 | Seattle Shaolin Kung Fu Chan Academy |
| 2 | Shaolin Warrior Martial Arts | 13 | Sun’s Kung Fu Academy |
| 3 | Advance Martial Arts Academy | 14 | US Shaolin Kung Fu |
| 4 | SONG’S KUNG FU | 15 | Allstar Kungfu |
| 5 | Thunder Kung Fu Academy LLC | 16 | KungFu Dragon USA |
| 6 | Elite Kung Fu Learning Academy | 17 | San Diego Wushu Center |
| 7 | Pure ShaoLin Kung Fu | 18 | Seattle Shaolin Kung Fu Academy |
| 8 | Legend KungFu Academy | 19 | Shaolin Kungfu Chan Academy (LA) |
| 9 | East West Kungfu Academy | 20 | International Chi Institute |
| 10 | Dynamic Kung Fu Academy | 21 | Houston Shaolin Temple Kungfu Center |
| 11 | Honor Kung Fu Academy | 22 | Rise Martial Arts Academy (Fremont) |
2025 Award for Excellence in Teaching and Promotion
| # | Institution Name | # | Institution Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shaolin Temple USA – SF | 7 | Star Martial Arts |
| 2 | Golden Kung Fu Academy | 8 | WOW Kung Fu Academy |
| 3 | Evergreen Wushu | 9 | 720 Martial Arts Academy |
| 4 | U.S. Wushu Center | 10 | Wu Academy |
| 5 | USA Shaolin Kungfu Zen Academy | 11 | Eagle Martial Arts (Pleasanton) |
| 6 | 南海岸中华武术队 | 12 | Li’s Wushu Academy |
Shaolin Temple USA – Traditional Kung Fu Performance at the Opening Ceremony
Elite Kung Fu Learning Academy – Contemporary Wushu Performance at the Opening Ceremony
Li’s Wushu Academy – Tai Chi Hand Form and Sword Performance at the Opening Ceremony
Golden Glory: Rising Youth Elites Shine Bright
This year’s tournament not only showcased the profound depth and artistry of Chinese martial arts, but also witnessed the emergence of a new generation of outstanding international youth talents.
Exceptional young athletes who delivered remarkable performances on site have advanced to the 2026 Inaugural World Wushu Open Championships All-Around Grand Championship and Scholarship Finals. This prestigious selection honors the most well-rounded youth Wushu elites and aims to support their continued growth and development on the global stage.
Taiji
All-Around Championship Preliminary Finalists
and Scholarship Awardees
(4 Athletes)
| Name: Aaron Cheng |
| Score: 17.46 |
| 13-15 Taiji All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: HongWu Golden Dragon Academy |
| School: |
| Name: Samantha Lu |
| Score: 17.32 |
| 13-14 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Team: U.S. Wushu Center |
| School: |
| Name: Marshall Brayton |
| Score: 17.92 |
| 16-18 Taiji All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: U.S. Wushu Center |
| School: |
| Name: Michelle Ahl |
| Score: 17.72 |
| 16-18 Taiji All Around Wushu Championship (Fermale) |
| Team: Li’s Wushu Academy |
| School: |
Contemporary Wushu
All-Around Championship Preliminary Finalists
and Scholarship Awardees
(12 Athletes)
| Name: Arnie Yim |
| Score: 25.92 |
| 11-12 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: BLG Wushu Club |
| School: |
| Name:Timothy Fu |
| Score: 25.73 |
| 11-12 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: BLG Wushu Club |
| School: |
| Name: Guhan Zhang |
| Score: 26 |
| 11-12 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Team: Elite Kung Fu Learning Academy |
| School: |
| Name: Sabrina Ding |
| Score: 25.92 |
| 11-12 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Team: Champion Wushu & Arts Center |
| School: |
| Name: Alvin Tang |
| Score: 26.03 |
| 13-14 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: Elite Kung Fu Learning Academy |
| School: |
| Name: Miles Nicdao |
| Score: 25.89 |
| 13-14 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: Advance Martial Arts Academy |
| School: |
| Name: Latisha Fong |
| Score: 26.24 |
| 13-14 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Team: Elite Kung Fu Learning Academy |
| School: |
| Name: Alayna Chiu |
| Score: 25.9 |
| 13-14 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Team: KungFu Dragon USA |
| School: |
| Name: Dazhi Lu |
| Score: 26.86 |
| 15-16 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: Houston Shaolin Kungfu Academy |
| School: |
| Name: Augustin Yim |
| Score: 26.86 |
| 15-16 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: BLG Wushu Club |
| School: |
| Name: Allison Chew |
| Score: 27.01 |
| 15-16 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Team: SONG’S KUNG FU |
| School: |
| Name: Catrina Ding |
| Score: 26.71 |
| 15-16 Years old Contemporary All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Team: Champion Wushu & Arts Center School: |
| School: |
Traditional Kung Fu
All-Around Championship Preliminary Finalists
and Scholarship Awardees
(12 Athletes)
| Name: Tai Yu |
| 11-12 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Total Score: 25.52 |
| Team: Shaolin Temple Cultural Center-Temple City |
| School: |
| Name: Matthew Teng |
| 11-12 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Total Score: 25.51 |
| Team: Shaolin Temple USA – SF |
| School: |
| Name: Yosan Ting |
| 11-12 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Total Score: 25.47 |
| Team: Shaolin Warrior Martial Arts |
| School: |
| Name: Stephanie Lin |
| 11-12 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Total Score: 25.44 |
| Team: Seattle Shaolin kung Fu Chan Academy |
| School: |
| Name: Nicholas Ji |
| Total Score: 26.2 |
| 13- 14 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: Shaolin Kungfu Chan Academy (LA) |
| School: |
| Name: Ziqiang Chen |
| Total Score: 25.93 |
| 13- 14 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: Advance Martial Arts Academy |
| School: |
| Name: Milica Nikolic |
| Total Score: 25.72 |
| 13- 14 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Team: Shaolin Warrior Martial Arts |
| School: |
| Name: Alice Zhu |
| Total Score: 25.71 |
| 13- 14 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Team: HongWu Golden Dragon Academy |
| School: |
| Name: Eason Tsai |
| Total Score: 26.59 |
| 15-16 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: Shaolin Kungfu Chan Academy (LA) |
| School: |
| Name: Palash Desai |
| Total Score: 26.57 |
| 15-16 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Male) |
| Team: Zhang Kung Fu Institute |
| School: |
| Name: Zixuan Wang |
| Total Score: 26.36 |
| 15-16 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Team: Advance Martial Arts Academy |
| School: |
| Name: Emma Huang |
| Total Score: 26.34 |
| 15-16 Years old Traditional All Around Wushu Championship (Female) |
| Team: U.S. Wushu Center |
| School: |
These outstanding martial arts athletes will compete in the All-Around Grand Championship Finals and the International Youth Wushu Elite Scholarship Selection at the 2026 The 1st World Wushu Open Championships, where they will share a total of $15,000 to $30,000 in Wushu scholarships sponsored by the World Tai Chi Science Federation and supporting partners.
Highlights from the On-Site Competition
Highlights from the On-Site Competition
Virtual Competition Equally Spectacular
Virtual Competition Equally Spectacular
The online competition was just as exciting, attracting 31 teams and nearly 500 athletes from Asia, the Americas, Africa, and Oceania. Events included individual, paired, and group categories across a wide range of disciplines such as modern Wushu, traditional Wushu, Tai Chi, and Health Qigong.
Memorable Moments from the Online Competition for
Among the many highlights, a 100-member delegation led by Coach Liang Chun from Hong Kong’s Chinese International School—including its elite Wushu team, general Wushu team, and the Hong Kong International Wushu Culture Center—stood out as the largest participating group. They delivered outstanding performances across modern hand forms, weapons, Southern styles, and Tai Chi categories.
In the youth traditional division, the U.S. International Wushu Center led by Coach Qiu Hua Wu and Rong’s Kungfu Academy led by Coach Jun Rong each excelled in various traditional Wushu events, earning well-deserved recognition.
Baji Quan by Wei Shihao of Zhengzhou University Wushu Team
Optional Tai Chi Routine by Wu Jiabao of Henan Polytechnic University
Memorable Moments from the Online Competition
Memorable Moments from the Online Competition
Fierce Competition in the Adult Division of the Online Tournament
In the adult division of the online competition, the Zhengzhou University Wushu Team, led by Li Na, Party Secretary of the School of Physical Education (Main Campus), participated with distinction. Associate Dean Si Hongyu served as one of the competition arbitrators, and Associate Professor Wang Nan served as the head coach. The team fielded 10 outstanding athletes across 20 events and achieved remarkable results, winning 16 gold medals, 2 silver medals, and 1 bronze medal.
Henan Polytechnic University, Shandong Sport University, and the Golden Dragon Wushu Team from Iran also demonstrated exceptional skill and delivered impressive performances, making for an intensely competitive field.
Captivating Five-Animal Frolics Demonstration by Professor Yu Lingling
Group Health Qigong Demonstration by Hangzhou Normal University
Group Tai Chi Performance by Shandong Sport University
In the individual and group Tai Chi events, the Chen Zhenglei Tai Chi Center in Guangzhou and the Guo Jie Tai Chi Academy in the United States shared gold, silver, and bronze medals.
Group Demonstration of Yang Jizhou Meridian Nine-Section Brocade by Quzhou Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital
Children’s Group Hand Form and Weapons Demonstration by Guangze Kindergarten, Xiaoshan District, Hangzhou
Group Tai Chi Broadsword Demonstration by Dongfeng East Road Primary School, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
More Highlights from the Online Video Competition
More Highlights from the Online Video Competition
More Highlights from the Online Video Competition
Blending Honor and Digital Innovation — A Pathway to the World Stage
The online video competition, with its accessible format, has created a global platform for martial arts enthusiasts to engage with the international Wushu community. Innovative and creative performances from across the world converged here, showcasing diverse styles and fostering mutual learning. This was not only a competitive arena, but also a meaningful opportunity for cultural expression and exchange.
Given the worldwide distribution of participants, all online competitors can download their electronic participation certificates through their personal registration accounts. Medals and trophies will be shipped from either California, USA or Guangzhou, China, with shipping costs covered by the recipients.
With 17 years of development and refinement, the California International Wushu Championships has grown into one of the most influential martial arts events in the global Chinese community, earning widespread trust and respect through its fair judging system and highly professional event management.
A Major Leap Forward — Stepping onto the Global Stage
The 2026 event will mark a historic upgrade with its official new title: the Inaugural World Wushu Open Championships, scheduled to take place in September 2026 in Silicon Valley, California, USA. The tournament is expected to attract over 3,000 athletes from around the world, with total participation projected to exceed 6,000.
As an internationally branded event, it will serve as a powerful platform to propel Wushu further onto the global stage.
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2026 The 1st World Wushu Open Championships
2026 The 1st World Wushu Open Championships will be held in early September 2026 in Silicon Valley, USA. Preparations for the event are well underway, and more details will be announced in the coming months.
We warmly invite martial arts practitioners from around the world to stay tuned and actively participate. We look forward to welcoming you!