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On Tuesday 8 April, the Confucius Institute at Âéw¶¹´«Ã½ (Âéw¶¹´«Ã½ CI) successfully hosted a captivating Taichi Taster Workshop, designed to immerse Âéw¶¹´«Ã½ staff in the rich cultural heritage and meditative essence of this ancient Chinese martial art. The event welcomed all members of the Confucius Institute, the Âéw¶¹´«Ã½ ITMS team, and distinguished guests—renowned local Wushu masters, Sifu Derek and Sifu Sebastian.

The workshop commenced with a thought-provoking presentation by CI educators Tian YU and Rumeng ZHANG, who offered a compelling exploration of Taichi’s historical roots, philosophical underpinnings, and holistic health benefits. Their discussion emphasized Taichi’s profound connection to mindfulness and inner balance, setting a reflective tone for the session. A lively Taichi-themed quiz concluded the segment, eliciting enthusiastic engagement from the ITMS team.

Following this, Sifu Sebastian delivered a masterful demonstration of the 21-posture Yang Style Taichi form. His fluid, deliberate movements and tranquil presence mesmerized attendees, offering a vivid illustration of Taichi’s grace and power in motion.

The CI teachers then elevated the energy with a dynamic Taichi Fan Dance performance. Their elegant choreography, blending strength and poise, earned resounding applause and admiration from the audience.

Under the expert guidance of Sifu Sebastian and the CI instructors, participants were invited to learn and practice the initial five postures of the 13-form Yang Style Taichi. The immersive experience allowed attendees to physically engage with the art’s serene rhythm and meditative flow.

The event concluded with a commemorative group photo, encapsulating the spirit of joy, unity, and intercultural exchange that defined the workshop.

Beyond introducing the fundamental principles of Taichi, the workshop significantly enriched participants’ cultural awareness and well-being, while also reinforcing the Confucius Institute’s mission to foster cross-cultural dialogue and interdisciplinary collaboration within the Âéw¶¹´«Ã½ community.