Taoist Tai Chi™ in Calgary
Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi™
c/o Patti Trautman
2310-24th Street S.W.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2T 0G6
Phone: (403) 240-4566
Toll-free: 1 888 TAI CHI1 (1-888-824-2441)
Fax: (403) 240-4609
Taoist Tai Chi™ Classes
Calgary offers Tai Chi classes for beginner and continuing students as well as a variety of weekend workshops, one day intensives, and social events. We also offer Lok Hup Ba Fa classes and a health recovery class for students with special health needs. Consult the class schedules for detailed information. If you are new to Taoist Tai Chi™ please visit the FAQ web page for more information.
Class Locations
Main Centre (map)
2310 - 24th St. S.W. (403)
240-4566
Downtown: Central United Church (map)
131 – 7 Avenue S.W. (Access is through the rear door and bell)
Braeside Community Centre (map)
11024 Braeside Dr. S.W.
Crescent Heights Community Hall (map)
1101 – 2 Street N.W.
Deer Park United Church (map)
77 Deerpoint Rd. S.E.
Holy Nativity Anglican Church (map)
12707 Bonaventure Drive S.E.
Living Spirit United Church (map)
629 - 49 Avenue S.W.
Parkland Community Centre (map)
505 Parkvalley Rd. S.E.
Silver Springs Community Centre (map)
5720 Silver Ridge Dr. N.W.
Willow Ridge Community Hall (map)
680 Acadia Drive S.E.
Airdrie
Nose Creek Valley Museum, 1701 Main Street S.W.
Brooks
Lakeside Leisure Centre, 111–4 Avenue West
Canmore
St
Michaels Anglican Church Hall
High
River
High River United Church
Maple Creek
Seniors Centre, Cypress Street
Medicine Hat
Gas City Kiwanis Centre, Room 3, 826 - 11 Street SE
Nanton
Nanton Community Memorial Centre
Fung Loy Kok Taoist Temple
Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism observes the unified teachings of the three religions of Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism. Its mission is to deliver all from suffering, both the living and the dead, by pursuing the way of community service, rituals and ceremonies, and the cultivation of body and mind.
Fung Loy Kok was co-founded by Master Moy Lin-shin and Mr. Mui Ming To in Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong in 1968. The temple's teachings are deeply rooted in the ancient spiritual traditions and culture of China. For more information visit our International website.
Calgary had a large, enthusiastic membership and a close connection to the Chinese community. In 1987, Master Moy asked if the members felt they could support a Fung Loy Kok temple. He wanted members to understand the Taoist training could involve more than just Tai Chi. With a Taoist temple in the Centre, members could see the rich heritage of learning underlying the practice and more people became interested in the spiritual dimensions of the training.
The Grand Opening in June of 1990 was attended by Temple founders Mr. Mui Ming To and Master Moy Lin-shin, along with some special guests from Hong Kong, local dignitaries and government representatives. The shrine was enlivened by Mr. Mui Ming To.
The Calgary shrine offers many services to the community such as observation of the important festivals, a memorial alter, and Jai vegetarian banquets. Please check the events on the right side of the page, and contact us if you would like any more information.
History
Taoist Tai Chi™ internal arts of health were first offered in Calgary in June 1979 when two Guelph, Ontario, members started a class at Calgary’s Beltline Centre. We settled into our first full-time location three years later. In 1983 the founder of the Taoist Tai Chi Society of Canada, Master Moy Lin-shin, made his first trip to Western Canada. He began to visit Western Canada regularly, dramatically improving the level of instruction and spurring on growth in the membership. By September of 1991, through the efforts of many dedicated volunteers and the support of clubs and members from around the world, we were able to purchase a building. On September 5, 1992, the new main centre held its grand opening. The Calgary building is a testimony to Master Moy’s foresight and encouragement and to the efforts and sacrifices of many members who feel that the Taoist Tai Chi Society of Canada has something very precious to share. Today we offer classes in many locations around Calgary and support Canmore, High River, and Medicine Hat.
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