About Us
The Burlington club is a Branch of the International Taoist Tai Chi
Society. The International Taoist Tai Chi Society is the international
umbrella organization for the governance of all Taoist Tai Chi Society
associations around the world. All associations are incorporated as non-profit
organizations and many are also incorporated as charitable organizations.
Branches of the Society are administered almost completely by volunteers,
allowing income over expenses to be used in furthering the Society's aims
and objectives. The volunteer aspect of the organization provides many
opportunities for members to contribute their time and talents for the
benefit of others, and often to learn new and valuable skills in the process.
The volunteer spirit of the Society extends to instruction in Taoist Tai
Chi® internal arts and methods, which is provided by accredited volunteer
instructors.
The primary location of the Burlington Branch is 3390 South Service Road in Burlington. Other classes are held at three satellite locations around the city, at Brant Hills Community Centre, Tansley Woods Community Centre and Appleby United Church. (See Classes Page for times and days, maps and addresses ). In addition to these four locations, two qualified instructors teach two classes, Wednesday mornings, at the Burlington Senior Centre on New Street.
When requested, we perform demonstrations of Taoist Tai Chi® internal arts and methods for groups and charities. For instance, our members have perform at the time of registration for the Parkinson's Super Walk in September.
Telephone 905-634-4990 or email us at info@burlingtontaichi.org.
Improve, recover and maintain health
People of all ages can learn the gentle turning and stretching movements
of Taoist Tai Chi®, and Taoist Tai Chi®
can be adapted to match any level of ability. Whatever one's state of
health, Taoist Tai Chi® offers an effective way to maintain,
improve, or recover health.
Through these classes, thousands of people have found the gentle movements
of Taoist Tai Chi® to be an effective therapy
for a wide range of health problems, including poor circulation, high
blood pressure, arthritis, back pain, breathing difficulties, and digestive
and nervous disorders.
The Branch also offers Health Recovery classes which provides an opportunity
for those with significant health problems to improve their health, through
a program of focused and intensive practice of Taoist Tai Chi® in
a supportive, calm, and healthy environment.
Service in the Community
Members of the Taoist Tai Chi Society - Burlington Branch also contribute
many hours of their service in their communities. We have supported relief
efforts for major disasters and assisted other charities whenever possible.
The Society has conducted fundraising campaigns for the Multiple Sclerosis
Society, and the Parkinson's Foundation.
Trained Volunteer Instructors
In keeping with the aims of the Society, all instructors are volunteers.
An accredited instructor must meet the standards set by Master Moy and
continually upgrade his or her knowledge through attendance at regular
classes and workshops. For the student, being taught by a volunteer means
receiving attention that is motivated by enthusiasm and belief in the
benefits of the art.
To ensure the same quality of instruction and consistency of purpose at
all locations, meetings and workshops are frequently conducted at all
levels of the organization. Members enjoy the fact that they can visit
or transfer to any Taoist Tai Chi® location and find the same style
and quality of instruction, as well as the same friendly atmosphere and
charitable orientation.
Contact Information
Taoist Tai Chi Society
Of Canada-Burlington
905-634-4990
3390 South Service Road, Burlington, ON L7N 3J5
info@burlingtontaichi.org
International Taoist Tai Chi Society Web site