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Located in Sainte-Catherine, Ecole De Kung Fu Patenaude is a renowned martial arts school dedicated to teaching the art of self-defence and personal protection through the Fang Shen Do System. Founded by Sijo Jacques & Linda Patenaude in 1975, the school focuses on preparing individuals physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
With a history rooted in success, happiness, and self-mastery, the founders started their journey as young adults with a dream to build the largest chain of martial arts schools in Canada. Today, their legacy lives on through their unique martial art system that merges personal growth, life hacks, and success principles into their curriculum.
At Ecole De Kung Fu Patenaude, students can expect to learn a comprehensive martial art that covers all ranges of combat, including punching, kicking, grappling, trapping, and weapons training. Whether you're looking to learn self-defence, improve self-discipline, get fit, or release stress, the school welcomes individuals from all walks of life.
The Fang Shen Do System is the result of over 40 years of research, innovation, and improvement, making it one of the finest and most efficient personal protection training systems available today. With 15 locations in Ontario and Qubec, students can easily access classes or learn online through the PMA learning platform.
Join Ecole De Kung Fu Patenaude and discover a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to personal growth, self-defence, and holistic well-being. Experience the legacy of the Patenaude family and unlock your full potential through the practice of martial arts at this esteemed school in Sainte-Catherine.
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Fang Shen Do is an eclectic martial art system that means Way of Survival, built by Sijo Jacques and Linda Patenaude in 1975. We prepare students physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually while teaching a personal protection system.
Our system covers all ranges of combat, including punching, kicking, grappling, trapping for close quarter tactics, and weapons training. You will also develop personal growth alongside practical self-protection.
Survival has many meanings, including defending yourself against physical attacks and overcoming self-doubt, fear, and procrastination. It also includes living a healthy lifestyle and building a community of like-minded people.

