The Wushu Ruyi story began in 1968 when with two Italian brothers: Walter and Paolo Lorini took up Martial Arts in Milan. Paolo wins 5 Italian Championships in Karate and in 1978 the brothers were the first Italians to migrate to Wushu. From 1982 – 1987 the brothers competed in the Italian National team and in the later year, Walter wins the European Championship in Barcelona.