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Two member-led training opportunities this week:
Paul Cavel’s Heaven & Earth Qigong retreat runs 16–19 Oct (online or Chicago).
On 19 Oct, Taoist Energy Work, Sensing Hands & Advanced Push Hands with Colin Hamilton, John Donegan & Paul Underhill in Leeds.
https://www.taichiunion.com/event-calendar/
Taijiquan Regular Training with Nabil Ranné - ongoing online Chen Taijiquan practice with guided and individual work.
Advanced Training Day with Mark Peters - Sunday 12 Oct. A monthly session for instructors and advanced students to refine their Tai Chi. Find both on our events page.
⏰ Today’s the deadline to pre-register for the new Professional Skills courses and secure the £10 introductory rate.
Check your email for more details and the link if you’d like to let us know you’re interested.
This week’s TCUGB member events:
• Taijiwuxigong Teacher Training (Bristol, 4–5 Oct)
• Shibashi Set 8 Advanced Training (Online, 4 Oct)
• South West Push Hands (Devon, 5 Oct)
Plus ongoing classes with Nabil Ranné, Philip Larsson & Rosalind Smith.
https://www.taichiunion.com/event-calendar/
We’re launching a new set of Professional Skills courses for our members later this year.
Members who pre-register by 1 October get an introductory price of £10 per course. Details and the registration link have been sent by email.
👉 Beginner's Notes: What do the numbers mean in Tai Chi forms?
They represent how the movements are counted, but the way in which different schools and teachers arrive at that number isn’t universal.
#taichi #internalarts
This week’s TCUGB member-led events: Ongoing online training, Chen beginners’ intro, and Adapted Tai Chi online course, plus a LifeForce Qigong retreat in Wales. New: Tai Chi in the Park, free sessions in Canterbury, 24 & 27 Sept.
https://www.taichiunion.com/event-calendar/
#taichi #qigong
Many people see Tai Chi as slow and gentle. Relaxation is often the first step, but practice can also build spirals of power, balance, and martial skill, alongside health benefits.
👉 Download our free booklet at https://www.taichiunion.com/background-and-history/
This week: Ongoing training with Nabil Ranné, Philip Larsson’s beginners’ Tai Chi, and Rosalind Smith’s Adapted Tai Chi course. New event: Sai & Ben Calder’s LifeForce Qigong retreat, 20–25 Sept at Trigonos, Wales.
https://www.taichiunion.com/event-calendar/
Heading into the weekend practice? Remember, when you join a class, read an article from another teacher, or simply train on your own, you’re part of something bigger than your own practice.
👉 Learn more: https://www.taichiunion.com/how-to-join/
#taichi #internalarts #qigong
Tai Chi isn’t just about repeating the same form every day. How do we bring more Yin, more chaos, play, and spontaneity, into our training?
Read the full article by Nick Walser and Ian Kendall in the issue 74 preview
🔗https://www.taichiunion.com/tcia-magazine-2025-issue-74-short/
Four member-led training opportunities this week 👇
• Taijiquan Regular Training
• Beginners’ Tai Chi
• Adapted Tai Chi Exercises (online)
• Mini Workshop
All listed via the Union’s event page: https://www.taichiunion.com/event-calendar/
Chi ≠ Qi
Chi in Tai Chi = supreme ultimate fist
Qi in Qigong = breath/energy
From the Free Tai Chi Booklet: https://www.taichiunion.com/background-and-history/
Three ways to practice Tai Chi:
Maintain your skills
Improve with consistency
Master by making it your own
Insights from Sam Maisch in our members’ magazine. Join us → https://www.taichiunion.com/how-to-join/
#taichi #taijiquan #internalarts
It’s a busy week with 7 member-led Tai Chi & Qigong events! Too many to list here - see the full calendar for details: https://www.taichiunion.com/event-calendar/
#TaiChi #Qigong #InternalArts #Shibashi #BaDuanJin
FREE Member-Only Event
On 2 Sept, TCIA members can join an online class with Fabrice Piché, student of Prof Lin Housheng, creator of Shibashi.
Check your email for details. Not a member? Join today for access to benefits like this: https://www.taichiunion.com/how-to-join/
#TaiChi #Qigong #Shibashi
Did you know we're now on most social platforms? You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Bluesky, Threads, and Reddit. Simply search for @tciaunion.
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Issue 74 reviews The 22 Principles of Tai Chi Chuan by Stuart Alve Olson, an exploration of the core ideas behind the forms. Members get full access with their annual subscription
https://www.taichiunion.com/how-to-join/
#taichi #taijiquan #internalarts
In Cornwall, Tai Chi instructor Meirion Grimshaw offers Qigong to people affected by cancer. His adaptive classes help support energy, confidence, and gentle movement. Read his story in Issue 74 of Tai Chi Internal Arts – free with Union membership.
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Since 1993, the Tai Chi Internal Arts magazine has been a constant companion for practitioners everywhere.
📚 What was the first issue you ever read?
Sam Masich reflects on what makes a great Tai Chi instructor, whether you're just beginning to teach or have decades of experience. The full article is available in Issue 74 of Tai Chi Internal Arts Magazine, exclusively for members.
https://www.taichiunion.com/how-to-join/
#InternalArts #TaiChi
This week: Mark Peters’ online workshop Cheng Man Ching’s Eight Exercises for Health (14 Aug) and Colin Hughes’ Core and Pelvic Floor – Form, Function and Dysfunction in Derbyshire (16 Aug).
Both listed via the TCUGB – a benefit for all instructor members.
www.taichiunion.com/event-calend...
📰 Just out: Issue 74 of our members-only magazine!
Packed with expert insights, research, and community news.
• Print copy mailed to members
• Digital version available now in the member area
• Not a member yet? Join TCIA for access to this and much more
#taichi #qigong #internalarts #martialarts
This week: A full day tai chi camp in France (with alpacas!) plus Mark Peters’ Advanced Training Day in Birmingham.
www.taichiunion.com/event-calend...
Running an event? Submit it: www.taichiunion.com/event-listin...
From 1 Aug 2025, new UK laws ban certain swords. Most Tai Chi jian and dao are not affected, but carrying them in public still requires a valid reason. Read our guide to stay safe, legal, and respectful.
www.taichiunion.com/news/are-tai...
#TaiChi #internalarts #baguazhang #xingyiquan
No events listed this week?
If you're a Tai Chi Internal Arts Union member, don’t forget you can share your classes, workshops, and events across our platforms - including our website, and weekly roundups.
Running something special? Add it here:
#taichi #baguazhang #xingyiquan #qigong
Phil Wright and Duncan Price host the South
West Free Push Hands Event on Sunday 27 July at
Exeter Community Centre. Open to all styles and skill
levels. Hall cost is shared, and likely
to be no more than £3.
www.taichiunion.com/events/event...
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#taichi #taijiquan #pushhands
With the UK in the middle of a heatwave, many members are adjusting how and when we practise.
If you've found something that works well in this blistering heat, feel free to share it with the TCIA community in the comments so we can all benefit.
#taichi #qigong #heatwave
This week: Mini Intensive Chen Tai Chi in Five Ashes, Rosalind Smith’s online Adapted Tai Chi, Tai Chi Caledonia 1 week festival in Stirling, and Mark Peters’ Advanced Training Day in Birmingham.
www.taichiunion.com/event-calend...
Running an event? Submit it: www.taichiunion.com/event-listin...
The UK’s largest Tai Chi competition returns for its 15th year - an opportunity for practitioners from all recognised styles to test their skills.
More info here: www.taichiunion.com/events/event...
#TaiChiUnion #InternalArts #taichi #qigong #taiji #taichitraining #taichiuk #taichicompetition
