Wushu Tai Chi & Qigong Australia Inc.
Upcoming Webinars:
Tuesday 29th of April at 4pm: Becoming a Registered Tai Chi Professional – an information session with AUSactive
Thursday 4th of June at 10am: Qigong – Restoring Natural Harmony – Transition from Autumn to Winter, Metal to Water
Becoming a Registered Tai Chi Professional through AUSactive
Tuesday 29th of April at 4pm
This information session is hosted by AUSactive and is open to everyone interested to learn more about the new Tai Chi Professional category of membership. What is it? Why have it? What are the requirements? How do you register an instructor training course? These questions and more will be answered during this 45 minute webinar.
The webinar is presented by Chris Alexander, General Manager, Industry Standards & Development together with co-panelists and WTQA members Suzette Hosken and Jenny Harrison. Suzette and Jenny were instrumental in the development of the education criteria for Tai Chi Instructors and have played an advisory role to AUSactive as they created the Tai Chi Professional category of membership.
WTQA Members’ Webinar
Qigong – Restoring Natural Harmony – Transition from Autumn to Winter, Metal to Water
Presented by Simon Blow
Thursday 4th June 10am to 11am
In this interactive webinar Simon will share basic theory and give practical applications of Wu Xing 五 行 or Five Element Qigong exercises to help harmonise the internal organs, to restore energy and find inner peace.
Qigong is one of the components of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and has a long proud history of four to five thousand years. The basic principles of Yang Sheng 養 生 or nurturing life were outlined in the famous book Huángdì Nèijīng 黄 帝 内 经 or The Yellow Emperor’s Internal Canon of Chinese Medicine. These ancient principles are still used today and are the foundation of Traditional Chinese Culture, Medicine, Taijiquan, Wushu and Qigong.
We as human beings are an integral part of the universe, we are not separate from it, but are one component of it. From this holistic viewpoint we are influenced by the changing seasons, how it affects our energy, emotions and our quality of life.
Registrations open in May
The 23rd WTQA Festival 2025
It’s time to start planning for the next WTQA Festival! Please mark your calendars:
Saturday 5th October – 1pm to 4.30pm
Big Gymnasium, Carwatha College
43-81 Browns Rd, Noble Park Nth, Vic 3174
What forms will be showcased this year? You’ll have to come along to find out! Groups and individual performances of Wushu, Tai Chi and Qigong are all welcome. Or perhaps you’d like to come along and help out in some capacity or just enjoy watching the day with a cup of tea and a snack. More information will be available in the coming months, so stay tuned!
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.
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Wushu
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Tai Chi
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Qigong
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.
Organisations
A school or training organisation offering instruction and running classes in Wushu, Tai Chi and/or Qigong.