Welcome to the Australian Academy of Tai Chi
Our motto “Enjoy Peaceful Tranquility as You Exercise, Mind, Body & Breath” Since 1976, we have been fortunate to help over 200,000 people learn Tai Chi through the Australian AcademyRead More
Tai Chi Seminar-Retreat update
Back in 1964 Bruce Lee introduced “Kung Fu” to the United States. At the time people in the US only knew of Karate and Judo after experiencing them in theRead More
Healing Power of Qi
“Qigong” or energy skill has been an integral part of Chinese culture since ancient times. Qi is cultivated for personal health, healing, and martial art power. It involves the studyRead More
Queen’s Baton Relay Community Events
Queen’s Baton Relay, Brisbane ~ for Gold Coast Commonwealth Games Master Rod Ferguson led Tai Chi Qigong sessions for the Brisbane City Council’s Active and Healthy Program at several ofRead More
Applied Tai Chi for Healthier Ageing
Trainers Course & DVDs details etc at end of this article This evidence based intervention uses a program of Applied Tai Chi for Healthier Ageing (including Balance and Stability) itRead More
WINTER WARMING – it’s more beneficial to exercise than to hibernate!
Ice doesn’t stop these ladies in Harbin, China. – Winter is here and the mornings are colder ~ and when it’s colder, for many people it’s really hard to stayRead More
Tai Chi and Ballet
WUSHU – The Chinese Way to Family Health and Fitness With an Introduction by Dame Margot Fonteyn 1981 The traditional practice of Wushu is as old as Chinese culture itself,Read More
Sunrise Tai Chi on Top of Sydney Harbour Bridge
The Australian Academy of Tai Chi made history by performing Tai Chi & Qigong on the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. At the break of dawn, Grandmaster Gary andRead More
R.I.P. Jane Scragg
Sadly there is one less wonderful person out there teaching Tai Chi and Qigong. Jane was much more than just an ordinary instructor of exercise she exuded the essence ofRead More
Applied Tai Chi Qigong and ‘the most important thing’
Stillness gives you an opportunity detect tension in your body, to mindfully fine tune your alignment, and strengthen the body for efficient movement. From a physical and a neurological perspective it has to do with learning how to engage the most powerful internal parts of our body. Click the Heading above to READ MORE
Chinese Lunar New Year of the Rooster
Good health, Longlife, Prosperity and Good Luck are virtues to wish upon people for the Chinese new year. New year is also a good time to start or recommit to a healthy lifestyle. Click the Heading above to READ MORE