Taiji Sydney provides lessons and workshops in the Eastern Suburbs and Centennial Park and workshops in Bowral. Public Tai-chi classes are held every Saturday morning in Centennial Park Sydney from 31st January 2026 as well as in Grant Reserve Coogee beginning Tuesday 3rd February. at 8.30am for intermediate students. Large classes are split up into smaller groups depending on their experience. Beginners in one group and intermediate students in two other groups.
CURRICULUM
Introduction to the principles and physical movements of Tai Chi
• Five relaxing and loosening up exercises
• First section of the 37-move Tai-Chi Short Form
• Eight pieces of Brocade – Ba Duan Gin
• 18 Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi
• Various Shaolin and Wudang qigong exercises and warm ups for joints and muscles
• Revision of five loosening up exercises
• Revision of Short Form
• Beginning of Tai Chi Long Form (108 moves)
• Weapons optional (if keen) – Tai-Chi Broadsword, Straight Sword, Fan and Stick forms
• Pushing Hands with in depth revision and additional exercises
• continued revision of forms.
Health benefits
Basic Principles of Sydney classes
Tai Chi is the ideal exercise for all ages and health status, requiring only an attitude of being open to the teaching and practice; of genuine inquiry, patience and perseverance; and a willingness to examine one’s self and inner conscience. As we grow older, our muscles and joints tend to stiffen and our inner energy to decrease. Tai Chi exercises were designed and refined over hundreds of years to counter the effects of age and create a surplus of energy in the body.
Physical and psychological health improves, and spiritual well-being is supported. In the relaxation that tai chi practice brings, harmony and contentment in life is found.
Tai-chi relaxes and regulates the central nervous system, promotes physical and mental well-being and releases emotional and physical stress accumulated through work or other anxieties. People of all ages can cultivate relaxation, balance, central equilibrium and physical coordination through these gentle and non-jarring exercises.
Tai-chi is also often referred to as ‘a moving meditation’ or ‘moving in stillness’ or promoting self awareness and self discipline which in turn generates a feeling of well-being, where inner tensions dissolve and the ‘mind’ starts to quiten.
A focus on awareness, breathing and visualisation techniques help to promote a deeper sense of relaxation and focus.
Testimonials
“I would only recommend Larry if you are looking for the most genuine, experienced and passionate Tai Chi Instructor. I can attest to have been positively and energetically blessed with Larry’s spiritually grounded gift which Is available for all those who are receptive and willing.
“I started learning taiji with Larry almost 9 years ago when I was facing changes in my life, including some health issues. Larry is a very dedicated teacher of a beautiful practice. I commend it to anyone interested in maintaining physical well being and nurturing the mind”.
I started my Tai Chi journey with Larry and couldn’t be happier he guided my first steps into it. The class feel like a safe space where people are allowed to explore and learn at their own pace, and how to integrate the principle of this art in their daily life. Plus, Larry prepares an excellent tea :)
I’ve been training with Larry for over ten years, three classes per week. Larry is a patient teacher, has a lot to offer, and does it in a fun way.
I feel incredibly lucky and privileged to have Larry as my Tai Chi Instructor. Larry brings close to 50 years of knowledge and practise to his sessions combined with his excellent teaching style. You learn and grow physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Highly recommend to all and thank you Larry!
The high standard and patience of our teachers coupled with the meditative quality at centennial park provides the perfect Tai Chi experience. I leave each week inspired and enriched no matter the weather.
