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March 28, 2026 | Quezon City, Philippines The growth of Taichi in Quezon City continues as new wellness-based programs officially launch this March, led by the coaches of Wushu Arena Philippines. Today marks the opening of weekly Taichi classes for adults and seniors at Acropolis Loyola , alongside a successful public Taichi event at Met Live Mall, Pasay , further expanding access to traditional Chinese movement practices in Metro Manila. ☯️ Taichi Classes Now Open at Acropolis Loyola Residents of Acropolis Loyola and nearby communities can now experience beginner-friendly Taichi classes designed specifically for adults and seniors . Classes are led by Coach Ishy Tantiangco , a: 🥇 7-time Gold Medalist – Hong Kong International Wushu Championships 🥋 Coach and athlete of Wushu Arena Philippines 🎭 Active Taichi performer and mentor Her sessions focus on wellness, longevity, and mindful movement , making Taichi accessible even to complete beginners. 📅 Class Details: Schedule: Every ...

  A Quezon City–based martial arts organization is taking a significant step forward in promoting inclusive movement and wellness, as Wushu Arena Philippines officially joins a global coalition aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its inclusion in the Martial Arts Community System (MCS). This milestone positions Wushu Arena Philippines as part of an international network of martial arts organizations committed not only to athletic excellence, but also to community development, accessibility, and lifelong wellness through movement. 🌍 Elevating Martial Arts Beyond Competition Led by Head Coach Arra Jeuneze Corpuz, Wushu Arena Philippines has steadily built a reputation for producing competitive athletes while also expanding access to martial arts training for individuals of all ages and backgrounds. The team recently represented the Philippines at the Hong Kong International Wushu Championships , earning multiple medals across Taijiquan (Ta...

 Ten athletes from Wushu Arena Philippines competed at the 21st Hong Kong International Wushu Championships held from March 20 to 24, 2026 at Ma On Shan Sports Centre, Hong Kong SAR. The delegation — Diane Basa, Luis Basa, Anton Sesdoyro, John-T Duran, Phoebe Ragos Ty, Sha Liwanag, Trish Trinos, Luyi Corpuz, Arra Jeuneze Corpuz, and Ishy Tantiangco — entered 31 events spanning Taichi, Modern Wushu, and Traditional forms, competing against international athletes from across Asia and beyond. A Historic Medal Haul When the final results were tallied, Wushu Arena Philippines had earned 24 gold medals, 3 silver medals, and 3 bronze medals — one of the most decorated performances in the team's international history. The breakdown by division was as follows: the Taichi division, which included Taijiquan 24-form, Chen Style, Taijijian 32 Sword, and Taijishan Duilian Fan Duo, yielded 9 gold medals. The Modern Wushu division contributed 6 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze. Traditional Barehand ...

 If you have ever told yourself that Taichi is not for you — that it is too slow, too advanced, too old-fashioned, or simply not your thing — this article is for you. On March 28, 2026, Wushu Arena Philippines is bringing a free, open-to-all Taichi session to the GF Atrium of Met Live, Met Park, Pasay City, from 5PM to 7PM, and we want you there. What Is Taichi and Why Does It Work for Everyone? Taichi is a form of slow, deliberate movement rooted in Traditional Chinese Martial Arts. Unlike high-impact exercise, it places no stress on the joints, requires no prior fitness level, and can be practiced by children as young as four and adults well into their seventies and beyond. It improves balance, reduces stress, sharpens focus, and builds a quiet kind of strength that most people don't expect from a martial art. This is exactly why Taichi is one of the fastest-growing wellness practices in the world — and why we have made it a cornerstone of what we teach at Wushu Arena Philippi...

Movement Is for Every Body | Coach Arra Jeuneze Corpuz Movement Is for Every Body A personal essay on advocacy, coming back, and why I open my dojo to everyone — by Coach Arra Jeuneze Corpuz I want to tell you something I don't say often enough: I am differently abled. I have ADHD, anxiety, arrhythmia, and dyslexia. My six-year-old daughter has a better sense of direction than I do. And yet, movement has been the one constant that has held me together. I believe movement is for every body. Not just the agile. Not just the young. Not just the competitive. Every. Body. And I don't say that from a podium of perfect health and easy circumstances. I say it from the other side of the hardest years of my life. When I Threw Everything Away When the pandemic hit, I thought I was done with martial arts forever. I had been a Wushu competitor and Aikido black belt for years — but the lockdowns, the isolation, the grief, and the stil...

 Aikido is one of the most misunderstood martial arts in the Philippines — and unfortunately, that misunderstanding extends to how schools and instructors present their credentials to the public. If you are searching for an Aikido class in Quezon City for yourself, your child, or your family, this article will give you the exact questions to ask and the exact standards to look for before you commit to any school. The most important question to ask any Aikido school is this: Is your school affiliated with Hombu Dojo Japan? Aikido was founded by Morihei Ueshiba — known reverently as O-Sensei — and its world headquarters is Aikido World Headquarters, Hombu Dojo, located in Tokyo, Japan. Hombu Dojo is the single legitimate source of Aikido rank certification in the world. Any Aikido school, instructor, or organization whose ranks and certifications are not recognized by or traceable to Hombu Dojo Japan is not practicing legitimate, lineage-verified Aikido — regardless of what they call...

 Wushu Arena Team Philippines is proud to officially announce our roster for the 21st Hong Kong International Wushu Championships 2026, happening on March 20–23 at the Ma On Shan Sports Centre, Hong Kong SAR. This is our second consecutive year competing at this prestigious international championship — and we are going back stronger, more prepared, and more complete as a team than ever before. This year, our delegation will compete in Taijiquan (24 and Chen Style), Taijijian (32 Sword), Taijishan Duilian (Traditional Fan Duo), Changquan and Nanquan divisions, Traditional Barehand Forms, and Traditional Weapon Forms including Staff, Broadsword, Double Daggers, Nunchucks, and more — a total of 31 events across 10 athletes ranging from age 6 to 35 years old. From young beginners to experienced international competitors, our team represents exactly what we stand for as a Traditional Wushu school in the Philippines — discipline, sportsmanship, and international readiness. We are proud t...

Every year, thousands of Filipino students make the same mistake when preparing for their college entrance examinations. They wait until two or three months before the exam — sometimes less — and then try to absorb years of material in a fraction of the time. They cram. And most of them pay for it. I have been coaching students for entrance examinations for over 18 years. I have seen every approach, every study style, and every outcome. And the single most consistent pattern I have observed across nearly two decades of teaching is this: the students who pass their dream schools are almost never the ones who crammed. They are the ones who started early. The UPCAT, ACET, DCAT, and USTET are not memory tests. They are reasoning tests. They measure how well you think, how quickly you process information, how accurately you read and analyze, and how confidently you apply mathematical and scientific concepts under time pressure. You cannot develop these skills in two months. You cannot speed...

If you have ever walked past a park in the early morning and seen a group of people moving slowly and gracefully together — that is Taichi. And if you have ever thought "I want to try that someday" — this article is for you. Taichi — formally known as Taijiquan — is a centuries-old Chinese internal martial art practiced worldwide for its extraordinary health and wellness benefits. Unlike high-intensity workouts or competitive sports, Taichi is slow, flowing, and deeply meditative. It combines continuous movement with deep breathing and focused mental awareness — making it one of the most complete wellness practices available today. The World Health Organization and numerous medical institutions worldwide have recognized Taichi as one of the most beneficial forms of exercise for adults and seniors — particularly for balance, joint health, stress reduction, and cardiovascular health. Most fitness trends demand enormous time commitment, expensive equipment, or a level of physica...

Wushu Arena Philippines has been featured across national and international media since its competitive debut in 2025. From government news wires to national broadsheets to broadcast television, here is a complete roundup of every major media feature covering the team, its coaches, and its athletes. NATIONAL BROADSHEETS & PRINT Philippine Star — Pilipino Star Ngayon: Wushu Arena Quezon City Bets Target ang Gold sa Hong Kong (February 2025) — https://www.philstar.com/pilipino-star-ngayon/palaro/2025/02/21/2422983/wushu-arena-quezon-city-bets-target-ang-gold-sa-hong-kong Manila Bulletin: Wushu Arena Wins Big in Hong Kong Championships (March 2025) — https://mb.com.ph/2025/3/2/wushu-arena-wins-big-in-hong-kong-championships Manila Bulletin: Wushu Team Snares 14 Golds in China Tiff (August 2025) — https://mb.com.ph/2025/08/21/wushu-team-snares-14-golds-in-china-tiff Tempo — Manila Bulletin: Wushu Bets Bag 14 Golds in China Tiff (August 2025) — https://tempo.mb.com.ph/2025/08/21/wushu-b...