Principal Instructor
Larry Friedberg
I have been training for over forty five years in the internal martial arts and have trained in South Africa, Holland, Japan and New Zealand and am currently the head instructor for Taiji Sydney “This training has lead me to a natural self confidence, a heightened state of awareness, deeper concentration, more self confidence and an understanding of the different methods of movement, leading to an understanding of meditation”.
Assistant Instructor
Zoltan
Zoltan has been training for many years and has a keen interest in the philosophical, spiritual and energetic side of taiji as well as his perfection of the forms. He is also keen sportsman (table tennis/squash/tennis), an avid motorbike rider, father of four and with an energetic sense of humour and love of the training. He has also attended Internationals seminars in Hungary and Austria. Zoltan has a intensive library of taiji literature, videos and books. He continues to deepen his taiji and new creative methods of sharing his knowledge with fellow students and instructors.
Assistant Instructor
Malcolm
Malcolm is an Iron Man and a dedicated tai chi instructor and student. He loves to walk, cycle and swim when he is not actively engaged with his tai chi training His focus is on the short and long Yang style tai chi with a scientific approach to body movement, posture and alignment. An avid world and Australian travelling guru, Mal continues to explore the boundaries of taichi, meditation, health, fitness and philsosophy. Malcolm attends three classes per week and sometimes instructs.
Head Instructor Refined Moves
Anthony Patruno
I am an assistant instructor for taijisydney and head instructor for Refined Moves Bowral. I am also a physiotherapist, working in musculoskeletal physiotherapy and physiotherapy. I am a liturgical musician (keyboard, guitar, vocals, composition) and have been involved in martial arts all my adult life both as a student and a teacher. Many years ago I began internal martial arts training with Larry and am now mainly focusing on my classes in Bowral. I will also be in Centennial Park from time to time. Anthony also arranges quarterly seminars in the Bowral area. Please contact him to enquire
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.
