Business Details
35 Years
experience
Promoting Tai Chi & Internal Arts Excellence in the UK
Established in 1991, Tai Chi Union has dedicated over three decades to advancing the practice of Tai Chi and Chinese Internal Arts across the UK. As a Community Interest Company since 2018, we operate as a not-for-profit organisation, reinvesting surplus income to fulfill our mission of promoting these arts for health, wellbeing, and martial development. With over 1,000 members including 800 certified instructors, we maintain rigorous teaching standards while welcoming all styles and experience levels. Our nationwide network connects practitioners with qualified instructors offering diverse classes from health-focused sessions to advanced martial applications.Members benefit from exclusive resources including quarterly magazines, insurance deals, and professional development opportunities. Governed by volunteer directors and supported by part-time staff, we prioritise community engagement through public education, media outreach, and instructor accreditation. Our commitment to accessibility ensures classes cater to all ages and abilities, from beginners to seasoned practitioners seeking deeper mastery of these traditional arts.
Services
Tai Chi Instruction
Qigong Instruction
Instructor Certification
Workshops & Events
Online Resources
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Founded in 1991 with over 30 years of dedicated Tai Chi promotion
- UK's largest organisation focused solely on Chinese Internal Arts
- Not-for-profit structure ensuring reinvestment in community programs
- Accredited instructors meeting rigorous technical and teaching standards
- Comprehensive member benefits including insurance and professional development
Services
Tai Chi Instruction
Traditional Tai Chi Chuan instruction covering multiple styles including Chen, Yang, and Wu forms. Classes focus on health benefits, martial applications, and philosophical principles. Instructors undergo technical and teaching assessments to maintain our standards.
Qigong Instruction
Comprehensive Qigong programs combining health benefits with traditional Chinese medicine principles. Sessions include Shibashi, Ba Duan Jin, and medical Qigong techniques for energy cultivation and wellness.
Instructor Certification
Rigorous instructor assessment program ensuring technical proficiency and teaching excellence. Certified instructors gain access to member resources and professional support networks across the UK.
Workshops & Events
Regular workshops covering advanced techniques, weapon forms, and health applications. Events feature guest instructors and provide continuing education opportunities for members and instructors.
Online Resources
Member-exclusive digital content including instructional videos, newsletters, and teaching resources. Online forums facilitate knowledge exchange between practitioners and certified instructors nationwide.
Questions
What membership benefits are available?
Members receive quarterly magazines, insurance deals, online forums, and exclusive resources for £35 annual subscription.
How are instructors assessed?
Instructors undergo technical and teaching evaluations to ensure they meet our established standards for Tai Chi instruction.
Are classes suitable for beginners?
All classes welcome beginners with instructors adapting sessions for different experience levels and physical abilities.
What styles do you cover?
We support all Tai Chi styles plus related arts including Qigong, Baguazhang, and Xingyiquan.
How to find local classes?
Use our online instructor directory to locate certified teachers offering face-to-face or online sessions nationwide.
