Wetaskiwin
Taoist Tai Chi Society™ internal art of Tai Chi Chuan (taijiquan) classes have been taught in Wetaskiwin since 1992 when a dedicated member moved here from Ontario. The club has enjoyed a close relationship with the Edmonton branch.
If you have any questions contact Derek Hoyle at wetaskiwin(at)taoist.org or 780-352-2150.
Classes
We offer a beginner class twice a year and have a year round continuing level class. The class schedule below has the detailed information. If you are new to the Society, please visit the classes Web page for more information about the class types and what to expect. The fees page lists the costs and membership types.
Class Location
Kinsmen Hall (PDF Map ),
222 Northmount Drive
Driving Directions: The Kin Hall is located on the north/northeast boundary of Wetaskiwin. To get to the Kin Hall, turn south off Highway 13 East (Hwy 13 East is the north boundary of Wetaskiwin) at secondary highway 814/47 Street. Travel one block south on 47 St. to the Northmount Drive intersection. Turn east on Northmount Drive. Proceed 3 blocks east on Northmount Drive to the Kin Hall which is a large gray building at the east end of Northmount Drive.
Class Schedules
Beginner Classes
Please contact us about the times and days of the new beginner classes starting each January and September.
Continuing Class
Monday and Wednesday, 7–9 pm
Local members practice a move called brush knee.
Announcements
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The International Taoist Tai Chi Society™ is celebrating 40 years together in 2010. Society Branches around the world will be holding events and activities to mark this important occasion. For more information please visit: 40th Anniversary Celebrations for 2010
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Edmonton Celebrates 3 Anniversaries Join the Edmonton Branch in celebrating the Society's 40th Anniversary, the Branch's 30th and Fung Loy Kok's 20th year in Edmonton. Events May 28-31 include demos for the public, a 2-day national workshop, a special anniversary dinner, chanting and a jai. See events below.
Regional & Local Events
Regional Local
Saskatoon,
Regional Workshop
Mar
27-28
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Join us for a 2 day workshop in the Taoist Tai Chi Society™ Internal Arts of Health. Open to all members. Please contact the branch by March 23, if planning to attend, or if a billet is required. Workshop Poster (.pdf, 274KB)
Location: Bay #8 1100 7th Ave North
From: Saturday, 27 Mar 2010
To: Sunday, 28 Mar 2010
Cost: $ 120
Further details: saskatoon(at)taoist.org
Phone: 306-244-5292
Edmonton,
National Workshop & Anniversary Festivities
May
28-30
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All members welcome. Starts Friday afternoon and continues over the weekend with anniversary events inbetween. Meals are extra. Billets are available. Please register by April 30th . Click here for registration form.
Location: 15740 Stony Plain Road
From: Friday, 28 May 2010
To: Sunday, 30 May 2010
Cost: $ 200
Further details: edmonton(at)taoist.org
Contact fax: 780 484 8101
Phone: 780 489 4293
Edmonton,
Demonstration of Taoist Tai Chi™ Arts of Health
May
28
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Join members of the Taoist Tai Chi Society™ as we begin a weekend of anniversary celebrations. This event is open to the public — come by and learn about the health benefits of Taoist Tai Chi™ internal arts of health and participate in a free class. Look for us outside by the amphitheatre, near the pedway on the north side of the Legislature Grounds.
Location: Legislature Grounds,
108 St & 97 Ave.
From: Friday, 28 May 2010 at
12:00 pm
Cost: Free
Further details: edmonton(at)taoist.org
Phone: 780 489 4293
Edmonton,
Anniversary Celebration Dinner
May
29
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All TTCS members and their guests are welcome to attend a special dinner at the Royal Glenora Club in celebration of the three anniversaries: the Society's 40th, the Edmonton Branch's 30th and Fung Loy Kok in Edmonton's 20th.
Location: Royal Glenora Club 11160 River Valley Road
From: Saturday, 29 May 2010 at
6:00 pm
Cost: $ 50
Further details: edmonton(at)taoist.org
Contact fax: 780 484 8101
Phone: 780 489 4293
Edmonton,
Chanting & Fung Loy Kok 20th Anniversary Celebration
May
30
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Everyone is welcome to come chant and celebrate 20 years of the Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism in Edmonton. Specific start time (mid-morning) to be announced.
Location: 15740 Stony Plain Road
From: Sunday, 30 May 2010
Cost: Free
Further details: edmonton(at)taoist.org
Phone: 780 489 4293
Visit the Edmonton Web page for information on other Society events in the area.
