Seminars
The Taoist Sanctuary hosts world class Taijiquan and Qi Gong teachers from all over the world. Grandmasters Chen Xiaowang and Chen Xiaoxing, Masters Chen Ziqiang, Ren Guangyi, Jan Silberstorff, David Gaffney and Davidine Sim, and Stephan Berwick have all taught seminars in Chen style Taijiquan. Master Ken Cohen, renowned Qi Gong instructor and author, holds a winter seminar series at the Sanctuary. Bill and Allison Helm give periodic workshops on Taijiquan, Qi Gong, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Anatomy of Taijiquan.
Workshops are not part of the monthly or session fees. Costs for the workshops will be available in the shop and are payable online or in person. Some workshops are limited to experienced students, and this will be clearly noted in the calendar event. Workshops rarely fill up, as the Taoist Sanctuary has plenty of space for all interested students.
Chen style Taijiquan with Chen Ziqiang
October 16-20, 2024
Head Coach Chen Ziqiang returns to the US for the first time since 2019! Join us for this extended seminar featuring Short Cannon Fist, Spear short form, Double Broadsword, and Double Mace.
Wednesday Oct 16 Double Broadsword correction
Must know form
6pm - 9pm (1 module)
Thursday/Friday Oct 17-18 Short Spear form instruction
Must have some taiji experience
6pm - 9pm both nights (2 modules)
Saturday Oct 19 Short Cannon Fist form instruction
Beginners welcome
9am - 12pm, 2pm - 5pm (2 modules)
Sunday Oct 20 Double Mace instruction
must have some taiji experience
9am - 12pm, 2pm - 5pm (2 modules)
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Tao De Ching Revealed with Ken Cohen
The Daodejing (also spelled Tao Te Ching), written in the 5th Century BCE, is the classic of Taoist philosophy and one of the most important texts in world spiritual literature. In his only visit to San Diego this year, Ken will explore multiple dimensions of this fascinating work, including the legends and core principles of harmony and peace. And most importantly, based on his knowledge of classical Chinese, Ken will unravel the secret code that reveals the Tao Te Ching as a guide to meditation, health, and longevity. Please bring a translation of the Tao Te Ching to class. Most recommended, “Lao-tzu’s taoteching by Red Pine” or “Tao Te Ching” by Gia-Fu Feng.
November 6th, 7-8:30pm
$25
register hereKen Cohen has been practicing Chinese healing, martial, and contemplative arts since 1968. He was the only apprentice to Taoist Abbot Huang Gengshi (1910-1999), a collaborator with Alan Watts, and senior student of William C.C. Chen, B.P. Chan, and Madame Gao Fu. Author of The Way of Qigong and more than 200 articles on spirituality and health, Ken is the winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award in Energy Medicine. www.kennethcohen.com
Yi Quan: Foundations of Mind Body Healing and Martial Arts with Ken Cohen
Yi Quan, like Tai Chi, is both a healing and martial art. But unlike Tai Chi it does not require memorizing a complicated choreography. Rather, in this highly experiential workshop, we focus on refining the skills that are at the core of Tai Chi and Qigong. Ken Cohen, who learned from a direct student of the founder of Yi Quan, will share detailed ways to improve posture, breathing and movement and unique Standing Meditation practices such as Hunyuan (Primordial) Standing, Eagle Standing, Monkey Standing, and Dragon Standing. He will also teach Yi Quan visualizations that increase relaxation, energy flow, and core strength. For those who are interested in the martial arts application of Yi Quan, there will be an opportunity to learn Yi Quan’s unique 1-2-3 punching routines to increase the ability to store and release internal force. No pre-requisites. All levels welcome.
November 7th, 6:30-8:30pm
$50
register hereKen Cohen has been practicing Chinese healing, martial, and contemplative arts since 1968. He was the only apprentice to Taoist Abbot Huang Gengshi (1910-1999), a collaborator with Alan Watts, and senior student of William C.C. Chen, B.P. Chan, and Madame Gao Fu. Author of The Way of Qigong and more than 200 articles on spirituality and health, Ken is the winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award in Energy Medicine. www.kennethcohen.com
Bill Helm, Taoist priest, renowned teacher, author, and long time practitioner of Tuina Chinese bodywork, will be offering a 2 day workshop on Tuina for the lower extremity. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to study with the Best of the Best. Bill Helm has been instrumental in the introduction and growth of the Tuina method of bodywork in North America. This workshop will focus on protocols for hip, knee, and ankle. The workshop will be hands-on with lecture and practical application. 12 NCCAOM CEUs are available.