Wushu Tai Chi & Qigong Australia Inc.

WTQA Members’ Webinar on Tai Chi Treatise by Wang Zong-Yue

  • Presented by Sifu Sam Au

  • Sunday 23rd February at 1.30pm (webinar will be recorded)

The Tai Chi Treatise by Wang Zongyue (太極拳論 - 王崇岳著) is arguably the most famous classical writing on Tai Chi. If you buy a Tai Chi book that has a chapter on Tai Chi Classics, you are likely to find this essay included as one of the first pieces of writing.

The webinar will explore the meaning of the Tai Chi Treatise and, if we have time, will attempt to answer questions like:

  • Is the Treatise still relevant to practitioners’ everyday lives?

  • Does the Treatise define the essential characteristics of Tai Chi?

  • Can the Treatise really help to improve the martial art skills of practitioners?

If you are a beginner to Tai Chi and have not studied the Tai Chi Treatise before, this will provide you with a good overview of this Tai Chi classic. If you are an experienced Tai Chi practitioner, this will be a good opportunity to revisit this Tai Chi classic and perhaps share your understanding and experience with fellow Tai Chi practitioners.

The 22nd WTQA Festival 2024

We are delighted to share our write-up of the 22nd WTQA Festival with accompanying photos courtesy of Archivist Media and members of the Camberwell Camera Club.

The 22nd WTQA Festival took place on Saturday, October 12th, at Carwatha College in Noble Park North, offering participants and spectators a fresh experience. This year, we introduced a new format focused on demonstration rather than competition, which was met with great enthusiasm from our member schools.

Please click here to read about the event and see the stunning photos.

Celebrating 20+ Years of WTQA Membership

The following members have been members of WTQA for more than 20 years.  On behalf of the Committee and all members of WTQA, we wish to thank you for your continued support and congratulate you for practising the arts of Wushu, Tai Chi and/or Qigong for more than 20 years.

Organisation Members

  • Bairnsdale Tai Chi Group

  • Blackburn Tai Chi Academy

  • Chen Style Taijiquan Academy

  • Hong Kong Club Tai Chi Group Inc.

  • Melbourne Yang School of Tai Chi Chuan

  • Supreme Ultimate Tai Chi

  • Zi Ran Men Kung Fu Academy

Individual Instructors

  • Kelly Hewson

  • Rani Hughes

Individual Member

  • John Curtis

WTQA, or Wushu Tai Chi & Qigong Australia Inc., is a not-for-profit association that aims to enhance the standards and benefits of these arts in Australia. It brings together students, practitioners, instructors, and schools to promote and develop Chinese martial and healing arts in the country. The WTQA represents a vibrant and diverse community of Wushu, Tai Chi and Qigong practitioners. 

We share a common passion for these martial arts and recognize the extensive benefits they provide. With a rich history spanning thousands of years, these arts have long been associated with promoting good health and well-being. Our aim is to introduce you to the practice of Wushu, Tai Chi, and Qigong, and encourage your participation at any level you desire. Whether you prefer gentle morning practice or vibrant competitive settings, we are here to support you.

There are three categories of Membership

Instructors

For an individual offering instruction and running classes in Wushu, Tai Chi and/or Qigong.

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Organisations

A school or training organisation offering instruction and running classes in Wushu, Tai Chi and/or Qigong.

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Individuals

For a student of Wushu, Tai Chi or Qigong

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