The Dragon's Head Blog
National Program in Longueuil, Canada
The regional centre, in Longueuil, Quebec, was already a hive of activity when Chris Lewis, the leader of the national program, shared with us that « organizing a workshop was the workshop ». Organizing a program would give us the opportunity to learn « who are we and how we do things ». Chris suggested change as the theme […]
International Workshop in Copenhagen, Denmark
In a cold Copenhagen 77 members from 11 countries (Sweden, Norway, Great Britain, Hungary, Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Netherlands, USA, Canada and Denmark) came together to practice Taoist Tai Chi® arts at an international workshop. And very soon the workshop leader, Carmen Capilla from Spain, made everybody forget the cold when she inspired us to explore, […]
International Center Florida Construction Update
The southwest wing of the International Center Florida is ready for steel supports to be delivered. After many weeks of engineering discussions on how to preserve the original brick and still provide structural support, we are ready. Vertical footers and knee walls are now in place and steel is scheduled to be delivered and installed […]
To Your Health! A Plentiful Evening in Longueuil, Canada
Friday, April 7, just before 7 pm. The air is full of excitement at the regional centre in Longueuil, Québec. It is a very special evening as the region open its doors to the public and our Members of Parliament. Within this new format, it is once again an excellent opportunity for us to present […]
Relaxing a Little Bit More in Winnipeg, Canada
On April 8 and 9 Winnipeg was thrilled to host a national program. The practice hall was full of positive people and positive energy. Old friendships were cemented and new ones were created as we learned together, dined together and shared our homes as billetees and billeters. There were people who travelled from Saskatchewan, Ontario […]
Ithaca, New York Celebrates Earth Day
Participants from the TTCS Ithaca, New York branch chose Earth Day to perform a clean-up of Hayes Rd as part of Tompkins County’s Adopt-A-Highway program. Cleaning litter from the side of the roadway serves as a real hands-on way to address one of the objectives of the Taoist Tai Chi Society, namely, to help others . The […]
National Workshop in Portland, Oregon
On the weekend of April 15th and16 the Portland branch had the privilege to host a national workshop led by Karen Laughlin. There were 106 participants including travelers from Canada, New York, Texas, Arizona, Montana, Colorado, Alaska, Arizona and California. Smiling participants listened intently as we were guided through the foundation exercises emphasizing turning, stretching, […]
Sword Workshop at International Centre, Orangeville
It has been a real privilege to attend the tai chi sword workshop here at the International Centre near Orangeville, Canada. Our instructor (and chef!) Blaise Baillargeon led us through the sword set, teaching each move with very calm and clear instruction. The workshop began with none other than the humble danyu! Blaise was demonstrating […]
Je suis d’érable (I am maple)
After 13 years of practising Taoist Tai Chi® arts in Denmark, I finally had the opportunity to come to our center in Orangeville. I arrived on March 17th which was in the middle of the maple syrup season and Jesse, a resident volunteer who picked me up at the airport, was happy to tell me all […]
First two-day ‘Forever Young’ Seniors Workshop in NZ
Just as ordered, the day bloomed, the sun shone, it was a warm one and the rain was gone. No softly softly approach was given for our « Forever Young » program – in fact it was said often, that the older you are the more Tai Chi you should do and do and do and so […]
Celebrating the Chinese New Year in Grande Prairie, Alberta
Grande Prairie, Alberta is the home of Fung Loy Kok’s most northern branch in Canada. There we celebrated the Chinese New Year with a regional program and banquet on March 17-19. Instructors from Red Deer and Edmonton led thirteen happy participants in learning more about the Taoist Tai Chi® arts. On Saturday evening we […]
Dunedin Wine Tasting Fundraiser
On Saturday April 8 the Dunedin branch held its first wine tasting at the International Center Florida. As participants and friends entered the building they were greeted by a glass of sparkling wine and a brochure detailing each wine at the six tasting stations. Each station had an attendent knowledgeable on each of the two wines […]
Lok Hup Workshop Ends in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Workshops provide opportunities for cultural exchange. Workshop leader Sean Dennison shared his experience of Master Moy’s teachings. During a lunchtime meeting we discussed the forthcoming health questionnaire.
Lok Hup Workshop Continues in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
We have participants from 15 countries at the workshop. Large groups took it in turns to practice their Lok Hup, for the others to observe: Great Britain (off camera); Central Europe; Southern Europe; Northern Europe and Canada.
Lok Hup Workshop in Edinburgh, United Kingdom
The United Kingdom national centre in Edinburgh is hosting a lok hup workshop, with 225 participants. The first two days have included chanting practice, Taoist Tai Chi® practice, and lok hup ba fa practice, all together and in small groups.
Approved! – First ISD Activity
FLKTTC Directors have invited branches around the world to submit their plans for seniors-related activities during the week leading up to Sunday Oct. 1st, 2017, International Seniors Day. These events will be the forerunner to a live video on Oct 1st, which is also the United Nations International Day for Older Persons, a video that […]
The Journey of Sue Vo
Many hands made light work with a delicious potluck luncheon prior to our monthly San Francisco Bay Area branch class and council. The luncheon was to thank instructor Sue Vo and wish her a safe journey to her new home in Southern California. Sue embodies the Taoist Tai Chi® understanding of volunteerism. After the lunch, […]
Depuis 1997 en Belgique – Celebrating 20 Years in Belgium
The weekend of March 4 and 5 last will remain in our hearts as a wonderful memory. The Taoist Tai Chi Society of Belgium celebrated its 20th anniversary and organized its first international workshop. There were 127 members from 10 countries who gathered in Brussels to practice Taoist Tai Chi® arts. Among them, ERC representatives and […]
International Workshop in Rome, Italy
In Rome spring welcomed 96 members from seven countries (Czech Republic, Great Britain, Hungary, USA, Switzerland, Ireland and Italy) for the international workshop held by a joyful Carmen Capilla from Madrid, Spain. We worked on the foundations and on different parts of the set. The focus was on experiencing Taoist Tai Chi® as an internal […]
Going Deeper at International Workshop in Brisbane, Australia
We gathered from near and far at the Gabba Stadium, Brisbane, Australia with many hugs for our tai chi family members last seen at a previous workshop. We happily greeted the workshop leader Tony Kwong, visiting from Toronto. Tony led us through the foundations, deepening our knowledge of the connections within our bodies, especially with […]
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