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France offers thanks to front-line workers
As the health crisis loosened its grip, the Taoist Tai Chi Society (TTCS) of France launched a campaign of 3-month complimentary introductory courses for front-line workers who continued to work during the lockdowns. This gesture of thanks is aimed at the medical and social professions and employees of essential services such as firefighters, refuse […]
Portland Branch Participants Offer their First Demo in Over Two Years
On July 16, 2022, members of the Portland Taoist Tai Chi® branch held an all-day demo at TeaFestPDX. The branch has participated in this event since its inception six years ago and has enjoyed a very positive relationship with the organizers. The event returned this year after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19. 70 vendors […]
A 50 Set Marathon in Belgium to celebrate the 50th anniversary
Last weekend, in Belgium, participants had an appointment with a 50 Set Marathon to celebrate the 50th anniversary of our Society. As the sets went by we could feel more fluidity inside and outside . The repetition of the moves helped us to let go of our thoughts and worries … we were just there, […]
Tinnitus relief – because it works
We welcomed a second group of people to the Centre in Colchester who are living with tinnitus, last Thursday. All came along, invited by their hearing therapist at Colchester General Hospital, a strong believer in the power of Taoist Tai Chi® arts for improving health. We had an enjoyable morning introducing them to the first […]
A beautiful spirit of sharing to discover the Taoist Tai Chi. Un bel esprit de partage pour découvrir le Taoist Tai Chi.
The members of the TTCS of Belgium gathered with enthusiasm for a Beginner Weekend. The instructors guided the participants to discover the Tai Chi in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Enchanted by this beautiful moment of sharing and meetings, we are all ready to start again in 2020 …. 🙂 C’est avec enthousiasme que les […]
Colorado Branch Council host Graduation Brunch
Beginners’ graduation brunches at the Denver Branch are always highly anticipated for good eats from our kitchen volunteers, well-earned congratulations for completing the classes and an introduction to some of the branch’s leadership. Our April 2019’s brunch was special because it was prepared and served by our dedicated branch council. Forty members and friends, including […]
Ireland’s First Beginner Weekend
In June of this year, during our International Workshop in Ballina, a seed was sown as a result of a conversation with our Norwegian colleagues. The conversation was about Beginner Weekends. Inspired by Norway’s success we began to plan! A few months later after many helpful emails from the Society in Norway we held our […]
Another Popular Beginner’s Weekend
Our beginner weekends are always popular and this one was no exception. 120 new members found balance in the 108 moves and learnt something of our culture. Many new friendships were made and the good-humoured group were great company for all. We hope that everyone will find a local class and enjoy even more benefit […]
Because it Works! Corpus Christi, TX location showcases the Society
We had the opportunity to showcase the Society at a Community Fair with our information boards, demos, audience participation, and discussions with attendees and other vendors Doors were opened with other non-profit organizations to introduce our internal arts.
New York City’s Summer Streets Program
Since 2009 the Tri-State Branch of the Taoist Tai Chi Society of the USA has been an official partner of New York City’s Summer Streets program. During the mornings of the first three Saturdays of August, some 30,000 New Yorkers take to the streets to walk, jog, ride, skate, dance and otherwise move along Park […]
St Petersburg Graduation Brunch
Around 50 people gathered at the St Petersburg Center for the Beginning Class Graduation Brunch on Sunday, July 29th. It has become the tradition at the end of the semester to have a Pot Luck brunch for all the beginning classes. This has become a nice way for the new students to meet the […]
Short Course Inspiration in Bayswater, Australia
On the weekend of the 17th and 18th of March sixty-five members gathered to experience a short course at the national centre in Bayswater. Working together from commencement of tai chi to wave hands like clouds, the first afternoon passed quickly. Besides 41 newcomers there were another 20 members with less […]
Beginners’ Weekend in Edinburgh, Great Britain
The Scottish region hosted around 50 attendees for a beginners’ weekend at the centre in Edinburgh. Sharing our hospitality in the Taoist (Fung Loy Kok) way, we completed 108 moves of the set, generating good circulation and lots of smiles. Several CITs generously volunteered their time to help and support the event, everyone returning home […]
Beginner Weekend and Interfaith Harmony in Halifax, Nova Scotia
Fifty people joined in a weekend beginner class on Jan 27th and 28th, enjoying two invigorating days of learning, eating and working together. On Sunday we had an addition to the day as 12 guests joined us as part of World Interfaith Harmony Week in Halifax. Many people around the city will be visiting various […]
Beginners’ Weekend in Colchester, Great Britain
Over 130 participants travelled to the European Centre in Colchester, Essex from as far afield as Cardiff, Southampton, and Northampton to take part in a beginners’ weekend of Taoist Tai Chi® arts. Here is what some of the participants said about their first visit to the centre: The kindness of the people made it a […]
Beginners’ Weekend in Budapest, Hungary
The Taoist Tai Chi Society of Hungary held its fourth intensive beginners’ weekend at the clubhouse in Budapest. There were 26 participants at the event, four of those newly joined the Society and four of them were returners. Not only long-standing members came to help and learn, but some were very “fresh” – not even […]
A Year of Celebrations in Ottawa, Canada
Not only is it the 150th anniversary since the confederation of Canada, but it is also the 40th anniversary of the Ottawa branch of Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi®. In celebration there’s a lot going on in the capital, and we’d love for you to join us. Demos are being held at Ottawa City […]
Fun, Learning, Balance in England
Over 100 people, including 25 new participants, enjoyed a beginners’ weekend at the European Centre in Colchester. While the weather was unusually hot, the group succeeded in getting all the way through the set. There was also some storytelling about Master Moy and how the Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi® arts came to Great […]
St Petersburg FL host Graduation Brunch
Over 35 people participated in a Graduation Brunch hosted by the St Petersburg, FL branch. Participants joined the fun by bringing in their favorite dishes. After the final class all enjoyed all the tasty treats.
Autumn Festival at Baie-Saint-Paul, Québec
The Autumn Dreams Festival at Baie-Saint-Paul, Québec, invited us to introduce Taoist Tai Chi to festival goers throughout the festival, which was held in two locations over several days. People from all over the world had the opportunity to try Taoist Tai Chi, and, brochure in hand, they can return home knowing where to find […]
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