TAI CHI -THE MYSTERY BECOMING SELF-AWARE harmony and balance SELF-REMEMBERING MIND, BODY, SOURCE SCIENCE, PHILOSOPHY, MEDITATION

Larry Friedberg

Principal Instructor - Guide

Larry is a Tai Chi Ambassador who at first borrowing from various internal and meditative traditions, has been able to transcend the culturally bound rules of these traditions to formulate a personal and group method of training involving the physical, energetic and mental aspects of the disciplines, which engenders a deep soul/mind connection. I have been fortunate to have met, lived and trained with various Masters of many traditions. From Grandmaster Motokatsu Inoue (Yui Shin Kai and Ryukyu Kobujutsu), to Sifu Eddie Jardine (The S.A. Tai Chi Association), Sifu Damir Tenodi (Anan-do), Master Yong Fa (Choy Lee-Fut Kung), Patrick Kelly (Patrickkellytaiji) and NinecloudsChina), Mystic Veeresh (Humaniversity Egmond ann Zee) plus Master drummer Michael Narada Walden. I have also immersed myself in the meditation techniques and philosophy of Osho (one of this centuries Masters) via the late Mystic Veeresh with whom I fell in love with (in the early eighties and where I lived and participated in various therapeutic dynamic and vibrant meditations as well as a martial arts system called Osho-Do. Over the past forty-seven years I have continued to train in the internal and therapeutic arts and instruct tai chi classes in and around Sydney for various organisations and public groups.

Tai Chi Sydney for classes and workshops in Centennial Park Sydney, Randwick, Coogee and Central CBD.

I have studied taiji, qigong, kick boxing, taekwondo, karate-jutsu, kobu-jutsu, boxing, kick boxing and weapons training. I have lived taught and trained in South Africa, America, Japan, Holland, Belgium, Germany, New Zealand and Australia. I have provided security in San Francisco, South Africa, Japan and Australia both in a private and business capacity for private and corporate clubs and music event organisers. This training has led me to a natural self-confidence, a heightened state of awareness, deeper concentration and an understanding of the different methods of movement (leading to an understanding of meditation and self defence where no other option is available). I have also maintained my musical profession, performing, composing and publishing many of my songs through Adrenalin Sounds Australia and BMG Australia. while simultaneously performing in Broadway Musicals and local and International Bands.  I have now slowly moved inwards towards sharing the experience of taiji and qigong (and a few self defence courses). My focus now is on the meditative and movement qualities of the internal arts which includes breathing techniques handed down by the various masters who I have been in contact with.

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I first discovered tai-chi in a park near San Francisco’s Chinatown almost 47 years ago, while studying music at Berkeley College Berkeley. The movements of the students as they practised under the trees seemed to become one with the branches overhead. Reading Lao Tsu’s ‘Tao Te Ting’ and ‘The I-Ching: assisted my understanding of the philosophical side of tai-chi, and other martial arts systems. On returning to Johannesburg from San Fransisco I discovered and trained with a South African born Chinese Master Sifu Eddie Jardine in Johannesburg.  I hold two black belts in karate-jutsu and kobu-jutsu and two dans in Kobudo and Karatedo (empty hand and weapons). I have found that the path and way of martial arts has protected and nourished my health and kept illness at bay over many years. The first twenty odd years I was studying, training and teaching Sifu Eddie’s system of tai chi, first in Bellevue Hill Public School, Bondi Beach Pavilion and in Centennial Park when I began to study and later teach Master Huang’s System of Taiji through Patrick Kelly.

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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.

Mal

Mal

November, 10, 2024

“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”.

Nick

Nick

January, 2, 2025

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 :)

Giulia

Giulia

July, 24, 2024

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.

Zoltan

Zoltan

February, 17, 2014

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!

Rosie

Rosie

December, 16, 2024

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.

Ili

Ili

February, 12, 2023

Great to join Teacher Larry today working on my breathing techniques as well as doing one round of Zheng-shi 37-short form tai chi. Larry, thank you for having me.

George

George

September, 22, 2023

I have practiced Tai-Chi at the Labyrinth in Centennial Park each Saturday morning for a long time with an amazing group of people. I value the space that Larry has created, the very special environment that we practice in. While i am still a beginner, If you need a space for ‘being’ and a wise and unswervingly patient teacher, this class is for you.”

Chantal

Chantal

January, 22, 2022

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