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Art Gala Social and Fundraiser in Portland, Oregon
A room overflowing with original paintings, prints, photographs, ceramics, quilts, hand weaving, jewelry and a splendid donated collection of Chinese guardian lions greeted those who attended the art gala. Participants and their guests enjoyed gourmet foods and wine while viewing and bidding on the art donated by members. The art inspired lively conversation and the […]
Expressing Gratitude to Mothers in Edmonton, Alberta
We celebrate Mother’s Day by setting aside one special day when we stop to appreciate all that our mothers have done for us over the years. On May 12th, 2018 the Edmonton branch in Alberta, Canada enjoyed a Mother’s Day social with a potluck lunch followed by mango pudding for dessert. Everyone worked together to […]
Wellness Fair Demonstration in Portland, Oregon
The Portland Branch was invited to the Federal Building in downtown Portland for a second year to participate in a Wellness Fair as part of an employee appreciation day. We demoed throughout the two-hour event, talked to employees about the health-enhancing qualities of Taoist Tai Chi®, and directed interested persons to beginning classes and health […]
Program Report from International Centre, Orangeville
We enjoyed a wonderful week together through deeper exploration of Taoist Tai Chi® arts. We cultivated stillness and harmony while quieting our own hurricanes. Practicing together in all aspects of what we do makes a better us. We are taking that with us to spark transformation and do more in all areas of our lives. […]
Taoist Tai Chi® in the Classroom
A project in the Quebec City Area shows that it is possible for 9-10 year old children to appreciate, and benefit from, Taoist Tai Chi® arts. Tracey teaches a grade 4 class. She began practicing Taoist Tai Chi® 2 years ago. She immediately thought of her students. She said: Wow! I would love for my […]
Raising Arizona Awareness
From November to April participants of the Phoenix, Arizona metro area location took part in the 6th Street Market Fair in Tempe. We conducted demonstrations, shared information about the organization, communicated the health benefits of Taoist Tai Chi® practice, and became involved in the community. The Downtown Tempe Agency, whose mission statement is „…to be […]
Renewal, Transformation and Abundance at CIT Week
I know that others care for me, and, in return, I open my heart Every day, every program, every dan-yu brings new experiences. CIT Week brings both renewal and transformation as participants from 26 countries gather to train and volunteer together. The opportunities to refresh are abundant, whether it is your first time at CIT […]
Program Report from Lamballe, France
Taoist tai chi® is not slow. It’s a precise art which is very powerful. To repeat the instructions helps us to be connected with our inside feelings. There were 101 members who went to Lamballe, France from various countries and were taught by Andrew on the Saturday morning. Andrew drove us to add more of […]
Fung Loy Kok Day in Costa Rica
Last Sunday 24 participants gathered at the club to share a day of chanting, meditation, tai chi sets, cleaning our home, preparing food and sharing together. It was an opportunity to experience the benefits of the integrated training in the Taoist Tai Chi® arts Master Moy brought us. We explored chanting, both standing and kneeling, […]
Celebrating Earth Day in Louisville, Kentucky
Several participants of Taoist Tai Chi® arts came out to celebrate Earth Day by forming a team and participating in Louisville’s Earth Walk. We did a set on the Iroquois amphitheater stage before the walk and then after the 5K walk we did another set silhouetted at the top of the amphitheater. Singers on the […]
Welcome to the Weekend at the International Workshop in Edinburgh, Scotland
We’ve been having a lovely week in Edinburgh, and what better way to start the day than with morning chanting to accompany the morning chores. We welcome the weekend-only participants with the first tai chi set of the day. We have been working alongside friends from many countries, practising what we’ve been learning, putting the […]
It’s Not Just About The 108 Moves — International Workshop in Edinburgh, Scotland
The international workshop in Edinburgh, 18-22 April 2018, has been hearing how Taoist Tai Chi is not about the 108 moves of our tai chi set. So what’s it all about? Well, we’ve done lots of tai chi, of course. We’ve prepared and eaten delicious meals. We’ve caught up with friends, old and new. From […]
International Program in Costa Rica
Last month we celebrated our two-day international program in Costa Rica that included participants from the Czech Republic, Great Britain and the United States of America. We’re in opposite sides of the world but it’s the same training, and we share some of the same mistakes as well! The workshop is different than what we’re […]
Making Hourly Rentals Feel Like Home
Since many of our locations are in hourly rentals it was felt something was needed to make these places feel like our homes. Much thought and consultation by the Central Region Management Committee in Canada went into designing a trifold board to illustrate all aspects of our organisation. At Central Region weekend volunteer […]
Lamballe celebrates Year of the Earth Dog
On March 17th, 128 French members and their relatives celebrated the year of the earth dog in Lamballe. Philippe Hercouet and Stephane de Sallier Dupin as représentatives of the local authorities joined us for the celebration as well as Docteur Tessier from Saint Brieuc Hospital where he’s in charge of the rehabilitation department. A delicious […]
Taoist Tai Chi® arts at Green Living Show in Toronto, Canada
Many participants from various Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi® Toronto branch locations actively assisted the society at the recent Green Living Show held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, Ontario. This show is Canada’s largest consumer show dedicated to simple solutions for leading a healthy and sustainable lifestyle. The show was on […]
Largest Taoist Tai Chi® Arts Program in Australian history makes the news
A Taoist Tai Chi® arts international program at Gatton, Queensland, Australia, has made the news. The 224 participants made the program the largest in the history of the Australian Taoist Tai Chi Society. Participants told viewers of their joy, how much they love the health benefits they experience and how much more aware they are […]
Butterflies and Softness in Winnipeg, Canada
Eighty-one people gathered together as the Winnipeg branch hosted a national program from March 23-25. The room was full. There were smiles all around. Our instructor, Joé Thibault, built on our understanding of the set and the many ingredients needed to maximize the benefits. She reminded us to consider an increased level of softness — […]
Second Half of Lok Hup in Dunedin, Florida
Practicing and learning together,meditating together,eating together, tasking together, and visiting the almost complete practice hall at the International Center. We were honored by the participation of Marsha Eberhardt, president of the International Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi Society. What an amazing week we’ve had! 109 eager participants worked together to understand and apply the […]
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