In the lead-up to the 2026 World Junior Wushu Championships in Tianjin, the Wayland Li Wushu team arrived in China and began final preparations for the competition. Led by Shifu Wenqi Li and Coach Erica Li, our athletes — Lia, Allen, Venus, Lucas, Eason, Lucas C., Derrick, Thea and Khloe — joined other athletes from Team Canada in Tianjin, taking part in final training sessions, official activities and the Opening Ceremony before competition began.

Lia Tang-Ruggiero was selected as the flag-bearer for the opening ceremony, holding the national flag as Canada was announced among the many nations participating in the competition.

What an amazing experience for all involved. It was a blast in Tianjin!