Events

Comments or notes from workshops by Chen Zhonghua and others in Taijiquan.

2019 Fountain of Youth Qi Taiji Event on Nov. 23, 2019 i

by Kelvin Ho on 2019/12/01

I was invited along with a number of taiji teachers in Toronto to perform at the 2019 Fountain of Youth Qi Event on Nov. 23, 2019. Each teacher first performed a routine of his choice on stage. In the 2nd part of the event, each teacher demonstrated Cloud Hands, Single Whip and White Crane (Goose) Spread Its Wings of his style. Over generations of transmission, there are many variants of these moves. Many thanks to Sharon Liu, Founder of Fountain of Youth Qi for the invitation and organization of such event.

Official Page: http://www.dyysg123.com/206593211320581365232424739178236373103426371.html
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North American Chen Style Taijiquan Practical Method Training Camp 2020 (Cancelled) 21

by John Upshaw on 2019/11/24

We are pleased to have Master Chen Zhonghua back for the 4th annual training camp. Once again, the taijiquan training, lodging and dining will be at one location with one cost at the same location as last 3 years. This will be an intensive workshop focused Theory, Foundations, Yilu, Push Hands and Broadsword. Disciples will take part in the instructions.
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Master Chen Zhonghua Bali, Indonesia Workshop 22-24 November 2019 i

by James Strider on 2019/09/21

Master Chen Zhonghua’s 2019 Bali Workshop

You are duly invited to join Master Chen Zhongua’s 2019 Bali Workshop, organized by Practical Method Indonesia.

This will be Master Chen’s only SE Asia Workshop for 2019, so it’s not to be missed!

Please read the details below for all accommodation and payment options.

Date: 22-24th November
Time: Friday 22nd – 1pm to 9pm
Sat/Sun 23-24th – 9am to 5pm

Location: Mercure Resort Sanur,
Mertasari St, Sanur Kauh, Denpasar Selatan,
Denpasar City, Bali 80228, Indonesia.

Workshop Price: US$200 Cash payable at the start of the workshop
Includes 2 Workshop T-Shirts – Sat/Sun Lunch – Coffee/Tea during breaks

Private Tuition with Master Chen: USD$100 for 50mins (*By appointment only & subject to availability*)

Accommodation Options: (*These will need to be booked by yourself*)

1. Mercure Resort Sanur:
(*When booking contact them directly and ask for the corporate rates listed below using the Taiji Workshop code*)
Mercure Website – TELEPHONE: +62 361 288 833

Rates Per Night: 1. Superior room IDR 1.350.000 (USD$96)
2. Deluxe room IDR 1.250.000 (USD$89)
3. Standard room IDR 1.000.000 (USD$71)

2. Blajong Home Stay:
Blanjong Website – Booking.com Website – TELEPHONE: +62 361 270 335
Rates Per Night: 1. Delux Room USD$29
2. Standard Room USD$24

3. Various Options:
(*When booking remember to check Accommodation location against Workshop location for walking distance*)
Booking.com Website with Dates Entered for Sanur Area
AirBnB with Dates Entered for Sanur Area

*Once you have paid your workshop fee, please reply to: james@practicalmethod.com.au with CONFIRMATION OF RECEIPT (PDF or JPEG), your FULL NAME and your T-SHIRT SIZE.*

Airport pickup can be arranged at around USD $22. Please forward flight details to arrange.

If you need any further assistance, don’t hesitate to contact me, we’re here to help!

Toronto Workshop Mar 7-10, 2020 i

by Kelvin Ho on 2019/09/12

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Instructor:	Master Chen Zhonghua
Date:	Mar 7-10, 2020

North American Practical Method Training Camp Timetable i

by John Upshaw on 2019/07/23

Regular Practical Method Class in Lower Austria 2019-2020 1

by Pawel Mueller on 2019/07/19

I moved out of Vienna and I‘ve been thinking how I could offer Practical Method classes here in Lower Austria. In Vienna I started a group from scratch, together with Fabian. But with three kids now and a full time job I simply have no resources to start a group this way. “There must be a better method” I thought. And, as is often the case at the country side, my neighbor helped me out.
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European Practical Method Meet-Up 2019 in Toulouse, France 3

by Pawel Mueller on 2019/07/17

It’s the third year since we started the European Chen Style Taijiquan Practical Method Meet-Up Series. It continues this year in Toulouse, France in August 24/25th at the Main Garden Square or at the 3 rue du Gorp 31 400, depending on weather.

Toronto 10th Anniversary Workshop Sep 7-10, 2019 i

by Kelvin Ho on 2019/05/15

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Night of Push Hands: Match Schedule and Scores i

by Kelvin Ho on 2019/03/02

Click to see match schedule and scores.

Master Chen Zhonghua’s fifth workshop in Poland. Gdynia, April 6-7, 2019 i

by Tomasz Raganowicz on 2019/02/16

Detailed information and registration here.

Welcome to Gdynia!

See also impressions of 2018, 2017, 2016 and 2015 workshops in Poland.

Night of Push Hands (Tournament Style) i

by Kelvin Ho on 2019/02/15

Night of Push Hands is an event for push hands enthusiasts to improve their skills. Matches will be run in a tournament format with different weight divisions, and winners from the weight divisions will compete in the grand championship round. There will be a referee for each match with two 2-minute rounds with a 1-minute break in between.

Anyone interested are welcome to join. Spectators are also welcome.

2018 China Sports and Tourism Exposition Award of Excellence for A Sport Event i

by Chen Zhonghua Taiji Academy on 2018/12/23

2018 China Sports and Tourism Exposition Award of Excellence for A Sport Event

Awarded to:

Shandong Daqingshan International Taiji Competition

China National Sport Commission Sport and Cultural Development Center

December 2018

2018中国体育旅游博览会体育旅游精品赛事

山东大青山国际太极拳大赛

国际体育总局体育文化发展中心

2018年12月

Tian Cai Cup Chen Village Push Hands Competition 2018 i

by Practical Method on 2018/09/08

Master Zhonghua Chen and the Rizhao Chen Zhonghua Taiji Academy team are participating in the Chen Village Push Hands Competition. Master Chen was invited as a guest.

Master Chen Zhonghua and students at Chen Village Competition 2018

Tai Chi Day Perth 23 Feb 2020 – TaiJi in the Square i

by Gawain Siu on 2018/07/23

Tai Chi Day @ Yagan Square

TAIJI in the Square

Leading West AUSTRALIAN community, Ging Mo Academy encourages and supports well being through Daily Practice.

Daily Practice in the ancient art of TAIJI maintains wellness, reverses the effects of illness and builds a strong constitution. Protecting the body from sickness.

Early this morning, Sunday 23rd February, Si Fu Gawain Siu and his team provided a perfect opportunity for the people of PERTH to experience the Healing effects of Chen Style TAIJI Practical Method at Yagan Square.

For more information on ongoing weekly classes contact the team at www.gingmo.com.au

If you’d like a Tai Chi Day in your community, simply contact Si Fu on sifu@gingmo.com.au

Full Time Blog – James Strider 2

by James Strider on 2018/06/10

The 6th Daqingshan International Competition

Daqingshan Mountain from the Pagoda

The start of my stay in China coincided with the 6th International Daqingshan Competition (April 28th to 30th this year), a yearly gathering that Master Chen started to promote both Taijiquan forms (a series of choreographed movements particular to each Family style) and also to provide a stage for a large scale Push Hands (a means of practicing Taiji techniques whilst trying to unbalance your opponent) tournament.

Master Chen Zhonghua’s fourth workshop in Poland. Gdynia, May 28-30, 2018 i

by Tomasz Raganowicz on 2018/05/19

Detailed information and registration here.

Welcome to Gdynia!

See also impressions of 2017, 2016 and 2015 workshops in Poland.

Daqingshan 6th International Taijiquan Competition Opening Ceremony April 28, 2018 i

by Kelvin Ho on 2018/04/28

2017 Martial Arts Festival in Toronto i

by Kelvin Ho on 2017/12/04

Practical Method was invited to participate in 2017 Martial Arts Festival in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada.
Shaolin martial arts from China were the main attraction for the event. Many local martial arts school were also invited to showcase their talents.
Kelvin Ho leading Bruce Robinson, Kevin Sun, Lucas Lu and Mark Hanley performed a yilu demonstration. A kids experience class was also conducted. A booth was set up to promote Practical Method. Eric Foo, Ken Fong, Louis Chan, Marianna Chan, Michele Chu helped with taking photos and videos, and looking after the booth.
Thanks to everyone who came to support as well.

Practical Method AGOAC Performance on June 17, 2017 i

by Kelvin Ho on 2017/06/25

Practical Method Markham Open Class Photos i

by Kelvin Ho on 2017/04/09

Left to Right:Dominic Lo, Ken Fong, Eric Foo, Kevin Sun, Lucas Lu, Kelvin Ho, Bruce Robinson, Peter Li, Mark Hanley, Patrick Kuo

Practical Method Markham Open Class on Apr 9, 2017 1

by Kelvin Ho on 2017/04/02

Cathedral-Markham

Location: Vine Cliff Park – Vine Cliff Blvd and Hazelton Ave.
Date: Apr 9, 2017
Time: 8 am – 10:30 am
Instructor: Kelvin Ho
Fee: Free and open to public

If it rains that day, the event location will be moved to:
Bayview Hill Community Centre (open area near the pool)
114 Spadina Rd, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 2Y9

This open class is an event to pre-celebrate World Taiji Day, which will be on Apr 29, 2017. It welcomes anyone interested in learning tai chi. It will let participants experience a typical class, which includes foundations, form and push hands.

See you there!

Registration is recommended, please contact Kelvin Ho by emailing kelvin.ho@practicalmethod.ca or texting 647-738-8384.

First European Practical Method Meetup in Vienna, Europe 1

by Pawel Mueller on 2017/03/05

Practical Method Meetup in Vienna, Europe
17th – 19th February 2017

What a cool experience! On 17th of February 2017 we had the first PM Meetup in Europe. A meetup which was dedicated to meet other groups practicing our art. It was no workshop in that sense, but we were lucky, that Rick Pietila, a disciple of Master Chen was still in Vienna at that time and was leading most of the training. He prepared a training schedule which build up over the course of the meetup. Everybody was exhausted afterwards, but happy to meet other peers and to have learned so much from Rick.

Jhung Siu Daqingshan Competition 2016 video diary i

by admin2 on 2016/05/26

many more clips on Jhung Youtube Channel

Daqingshan 2016 Competition Photos i

by John Ho on 2016/05/19

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Master Chen Zhonghua’s second workshop in Poland. Gdynia, June 11-12, 2016 i

by Tomasz Raganowicz on 2016/05/05

Detailed information here.

Master Chen Zhonghua in Berlin June 4./5. i

by Michael Winkler on 2016/05/02

Now you can sign up for the next Berlin Workshop.

More information and application form here:

http://www.practicalmethod.de/angebote/anmeldung-czh-in-berlin/

Taiji Seminar Tour Daqingshan China August 2016 i

by Paul Janssens on 2016/03/25

August 2016 Taiji China Seminar Tour.

This trip is organised to coincide with Master Chen Zhonghua’s seminar for Chinese and International students. The 7 days seminar will focus on Push Hands applications, but there will be ample opportunity to improve your form and or to learn a Chen style sword form (Straight Sword or Broad sword).

This is a trip for Taiji enthusiasts. You can practice as little or as much as you desire. There will be several Chinese instructors available during the period as well as international instructors who will be attending the seminar. This is not a ‘See China’ tour, but a Taiji training tour.

Assume you have two 1.5hr classes per week (for a total of 3 hrs per week), this trip gives you the opportunity to learn 35 weeks of material. (Based on 105 hours of training over 12 days)

More information to join from Australia (Sydney – QingDao) http://www.chenpracticalmethod.com.au/home/china-trip-2016/

Poland Workshop 2015 Photos i

by admin2 on 2015/07/03

These are some of the local people and the people who arrived already from other countries. We have people coming from the UK, Belgium, Germany, Finland and Scotland. Worked on drills to do Elbow in without moving the hand. Change push into a pull.
And not moving. — in Gdynia.

Italy Workshop 2015 Photos i

by admin2 on 2015/07/01

Daqingshan Competition 2015 Opening Ceremony i

by admin2 on 2015/05/10

Master Chen Zhonghua’s first workshop in Poland. Gdynia, June 27-28, 2015 i

by Tomasz Raganowicz on 2015/04/22

Detailed information here.

Master Chen’s Berlin Workshop – June 20 & 21 i

by Michael Winkler on 2015/04/20

Details and sign up here:
http://www.practicalmethod.de/en/workshops/upcoming-workshops/197-2015-06-20-21-sat-sun-master-chen-zhonghua-in-berlin

Practical Method’s “The Eight Methods of Taijiquan” Seminar i

by Kelvin Ho on 2014/09/18

Guest Speaker:	Master Chen Zhonghua
Topic:	The Eight Methods of Taijiquan
Date:	Wednesday, Sep. 24, 2014
Time:	8:15 pm to 9:45 pm
Place:	German Mills Public School 61 Simonston Blvd., Thornhill, Ontario L3T 4R5
Fee:	Free

Thank you for the overwhelming response, this seminar is now FULL.

Photos of this event can be viewed on Facebook.

Due to limited space, pre-registration is required with:
Kelvin Ho
kelvin.ho@practicalmethod.ca
416-903-3751

Weifang Martial Arts Festival 2014 i

by admin2 on 2014/08/19

Chen Xu won gold on Adult 65 kg push hands
Ling Zili won gold on Adult 60 kg push hands
Han Rui won gold on Adult 80 kg push hands
Hugo Ramiro won silver on Adult 65 kg push hands
Michael Winkler won gold on traditional taiji form (8.46)
Tim Duehring won gold on taiji broad sword (8.65), and gold on Hunyuan 24.

New York Workshop Sept 13 – 15 1

by Michael Calandra on 2014/07/18

Grandmaster Chen Zhonghua will conduct his annual workshop in NY at Seishinkan Martial Arts. The Practical Method Chen Style will be taught. The workshop will be mostly push hands, but may cover Yilu, Erlu and some straight sword.

Location: Seishinkan Martial Arts
260 Jericho Turnpike
Floral Park, NY 11001

More info below

Showcase April 26 Report 3

by Allan Belsheim on 2014/05/26

I finally got the few photos I have access to sorted and edited so this is quite a late posting of the Edmonton International Qigong/ Taiji Day Showcase from April 26, 2014.

There was quite a good turnout with over 30 students and guests attending. We started with a brief introduction to Tai Chi and our instructors: Master Allan Belsheim, Master Yen Gee, Scot Jorgensen and Rion Swanson. Read more

EDMONTON HUNYUANTAIJI SHOWCASE SAT. APRIL 26, 1 to 3 pm i

by Allan Belsheim on 2014/04/20

Attend Hunyuantaiji Academy’s International Tai Chi Qigong Day Showcase Saturday April 26, from 1 to 3 pm
and participate in our Demos of Chen Taiji, Hunyuan Taiji, Qigong, Weapons and Foundations for FREE.

Sunday April 27 will be a short Seminar Introduction to Silk Reeling and Detailed Qigong for only $50. Attend from 9 am to noon to become involved in this exciting exploration and introduction.

5222- 86 street NW, Edmonton AB. Phone 780-413-0454 (Leave message) or cell: 780-964-2434

Master Chen will teach the Cannon Fist in Phoenix, AZ (Sep 20 2014) i

by Ping Wei on 2014/04/16

Master Chen Zhonghua is scheduled to come to Phoenix, USA on September 20 and 21 in 2014. He is going to teach the Practical Method Erlu (the Canon Fist) in the workshop. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn the Cannon Fist form directly from Master Chen.
More details will follow.