Fostering the Taoist Tradition
through Cultivation, Education, and the Arts
through Cultivation, Education, and the Arts
Learn Tai Chi and Qi Gong in Seattle or Online
The Taoist Studies Institute offers a comprehensive curriculum of Tai Chi Chuan (Taiji Quan), Qi Gong, Taoist philosophy, meditation, and internal martial arts for beginners through advanced practitioners. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit located in Seattle's Greenwood / Phinney Ridge Neighborhood, though most of our classes can be streamed online from anywhere in the world.
To start your journey toward health, wellbeing, and inner stillness, check out our New Student Info page.
For questions about registration and payment or class etiquette visit our FAQs.
To start your journey toward health, wellbeing, and inner stillness, check out our New Student Info page.
For questions about registration and payment or class etiquette visit our FAQs.
- Upcoming Events & Special Classes -
PhinneyWood Art Walk
Friday, September 13th (6-9pm) & Saturday, September 14th (12-5pm)
TSI in Seattle's Greenwood Neighborhood
TSI in Seattle's Greenwood Neighborhood
TSI will showcase paintings and mixed media by Seattle artist Shoko Zama, plus Chinese Scholar’s Stones (Gongshi).
Schedule of Events:
Friday
7:00 p.m. Free beginner Qi Gong class (15 minutes)
7:30 p.m. Tai Chi demonstration
8:00 p.m. Free beginner Qi Gong class (15 minutes)
8:30 p.m. Tai Chi demonstration
Saturday
1:00 p.m. Free talk: Introduction to Taoism & the TSI shrine (10 minutes)
1:30 p.m. Tai Chi demonstration
2:00 p.m. Free beginner Qi Gong class (15 minutes)
2:30 p.m. Tai Chi demonstration
3:00 p.m. Free talk: Introduction to Taoism & the TSI shrine (10 minutes)
3:30 p.m. Tai Chi demonstration
4:00 p.m. Free beginner Qi Gong class (15 minutes)
Events are free to attend. Volunteers welcome (email: [email protected])
Schedule of Events:
Friday
7:00 p.m. Free beginner Qi Gong class (15 minutes)
7:30 p.m. Tai Chi demonstration
8:00 p.m. Free beginner Qi Gong class (15 minutes)
8:30 p.m. Tai Chi demonstration
Saturday
1:00 p.m. Free talk: Introduction to Taoism & the TSI shrine (10 minutes)
1:30 p.m. Tai Chi demonstration
2:00 p.m. Free beginner Qi Gong class (15 minutes)
2:30 p.m. Tai Chi demonstration
3:00 p.m. Free talk: Introduction to Taoism & the TSI shrine (10 minutes)
3:30 p.m. Tai Chi demonstration
4:00 p.m. Free beginner Qi Gong class (15 minutes)
Events are free to attend. Volunteers welcome (email: [email protected])
Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival
(Moon Festival)
(Moon Festival)
Sunday, Sept. 15
4 - 9 p.m.
Xuan Xiu Gong Taoist Sanctuary
4 - 9 p.m.
Xuan Xiu Gong Taoist Sanctuary
Spend the afternoon exploring trails and relaxing in the Sanctuary's natural beauty. Connect with the community, attend demonstrations, and see the progress we have made on the temple and retreat center. Let Taoist musings guide you while you view the harvest moon.
Schedule:
4:30 p.m. - Guided walk around the grounds
5:00 p.m. - Demonstrations in the temple courtyard
6:00 p.m. - Potluck Dinner
7:30 p.m. - Talk: Taoist musings on the moon, bottle gourds, and Taoist cultivation
Suggested Donation: $20/person or $50/family
Schedule:
4:30 p.m. - Guided walk around the grounds
5:00 p.m. - Demonstrations in the temple courtyard
6:00 p.m. - Potluck Dinner
7:30 p.m. - Talk: Taoist musings on the moon, bottle gourds, and Taoist cultivation
Suggested Donation: $20/person or $50/family
Fang Song Gong ll
5 week course
September 9th - October 7th
9:00am - 10:30 am
September 9th - October 7th
9:00am - 10:30 am
Fang Song Gong, originally a secret method, is regarded as the most advanced of the three primary gong sets. Fang Song Gong – Releasing into Suppleness Gong - is one of the fundamental gong sets in the Hun Yuan System. These seemingly simple movements are suitable for beginners and advanced practitioners alike.
TSI Daily Class Schedule
All weekly classes are online except as noted below.
The following classes are open to in person attendance at TSI:
Tuesday & Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Mask wearing at Taoist Studies Institute is optional
All weekly classes are online except as noted below.
The following classes are open to in person attendance at TSI:
Tuesday & Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Mask wearing at Taoist Studies Institute is optional
Monday
6:00 pm 13 Energies
7:00 pm Hunyuan Taiji 24 Regular Form
6:00 pm 13 Energies
7:00 pm Hunyuan Taiji 24 Regular Form
Tuesday
9:00 am Hunyuan Gong
6:00 pm Chansi Gong
7:00 pm Hunyuan Taiji 48 Form
8:00pm Hunyuan Taiji Sword
Wednesday
9:00 am Fang Song Gong
10:00 am Bagua Zhang
6:00 pm Stick and Ruler
7:00 pm Hunyuan Taiji YiLu
8:00pm Push Hands (Prerequisite Hunyuan 24 Regular
or by permission)
Saturday
9:00 am Bagua Zhang
10:00 am Hunyuan Gong
11:00 am Hunyuan Taiji 24 Form (regular)
11:00am Hunyuan Taiji 24 Simplified Form ( In person only)
To pay tuition online:
To pay by check, send remittance to:
Taoist Studies Institute
225 North 70th Street
Seattle, Washington, 98103
Or place cash or check in the silver box at TSI.
(Write your name and what the payment is for on the check / on an attached note)
Taoist Studies Institute
225 North 70th Street
Seattle, Washington, 98103
Or place cash or check in the silver box at TSI.
(Write your name and what the payment is for on the check / on an attached note)
