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Dear TSI Community,

We will continue to have a policy of mask wearing at Taoist Studies Institute. 

For all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, a mask or other suitable face covering
​ is required indoors at TSI. 

Faculty verified to be fully vaccinated may remove their face coverings when instructing a group, as long as a physical distance of least 6 feet between the faculty and others can be maintained.

We have students who are themselves, or have family members, at high risk for severe illness,  For this reason we will continue to have a policy of mask wearing in the TSI facility.

Thank you for your understanding.

Five Animal Frolics II
Further Exploration


​May 2nd – June 27th
​ Mondays 9:00 am – 10:30 am
Instructor: Zhi Cheng (Harrison Moretz)

The Five Animal Frolics (Wu Qin Xi) is a classical Qigong system transmitted from Hua Tuo a famous Chinese doctor of the 2nd century C.E. Derived from the movements of the crane, bear, deer, tiger and monkey these elegant movements have deep healing effects, eliminate illness and promote longevity.

Energetic Anatomy V

Sunday, May 22nd
9:00am - 3:00pm
Instructor: Zhi Cheng (Harrison Moretz)

Underlying the physical structure of the body is a system of openings and pathways that connect all layers within the body and interface with the outer environment. Understanding this system of caves and channels is fundamental to developing deep skill in the study of qigong, internal martial arts, Nourishing Life, Taoist practice, and Chinese medicine. This series will explore these channels and caves, and their functions, from the perspective of Taoist practice, internal cultivation, nourishing life, and martial arts.

TSI Daily Class Schedule
All classes are online.
The following classes are open to in person attendance at TSI:
Tuesday & Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.   
 Monday                   
     6:00 pm              Eight Sections of Brocade          
    7:00 pm               Hunyuan Taiji 24 Simplified Form                                     

 Tuesday
     9:00 am                Hunyuan Gong

 ​     6:00 pm                Chansi Gong
      7:00 pm                Hunyuan Taiji 48 Form

Wednesday                
      9:00 am               Fang Song Gong
    10:00 am               Bagua Zhang

      6:00 pm              Taiji Ruler
      7:00 pm               Hunyuan Taiji YiLu (by permission)

​ Thursday
        6:00 pm              Chansi Gong
        7:00 pm              Hunyuan Taiji 24 Regular Form

​ Saturday
          9:00 am             Bagua Zhang
        10:00 am             Hunyuan Gong
         11:00 am             Hunyuan Taiji 24 Form (regular)             

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Taoist Studies Institute
225 North 70th Street
Seattle, Washington, 98103
UPCOMING EVENTS
Taoist Walking Retreat
July 22 – 24
9:00 AM Friday – 3:30 PM Sunday
This retreat will present both foundation gong methods and walking methods.

The effortless gait of Taoist walking is both graceful and efficient.  It stills the mind, nourishes the body and cultivates vitality.
There are many methods of Taoist walking, Xing Qiao. They all are dependent on the foundation of internal practice.
​Xing Qiao walking is a method of carrying your practice into other activities and is one of the four activities of cultivation; walking, standing, sitting, and lying down
Deepening Practice Retreat
August 12th till August 21st
Location: The Sanctuary
T​he Deepening Practice Retreat is an opportunity to immerse oneself in dedicated practice, which results in accelerated progress. 

Throughout the retreat, there will be an emphasis on individual guidance to deepen each participant’s skill and understanding, regardless of experience level. 
The curriculum will include meditation, qigong, and form practice throughout the day with a talk and discussion each evening after dinner. 
Essential in the practice of the Hun Yuan system is the idea of Nourishing. It is only through the understanding and practice of Nourishing that health and vitality are cultivated, and true skill develops. 
Extended practice in a natural setting allows opportunity to access and harvest the qi of nature and to strengthen and deepen one’s own practice. 
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Moon Festival Celebration
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September 10th
Location: the Sanctuary
The Moon Festival is rooted in many different myths. Legend traces the story to a hero named Hou Yi, who lived during a time when there were 10 suns in the sky. This caused people to die, so Hou Yi shot down nine of the suns and was given an elixir by the Queen of Heaven to make him immortal. But Hou Yi didn't drink the elixir because he wanted to remain with his wife, Chang'e (pronounced Chung-err). So, he told her to watch over the potion.
One day a student of Hou Yi tried to steal the elixir from her, and Chang'e drank it to foil his plans. Afterward, ​she flew to the moon, and people have prayed to her for fortune ever since. She is presented with a variety of food offerings during the Moon Fest, and festival-goers swear that they can spot Chang'e dancing on the moon during the festival. 
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