Canadian Tai Chi Academy

About Canadian Tai Chi Academy

Canadian Tai Chi Academy is a non-profit charitable organization located on Beaconsfield Ave in London, Ontario, that serves people of all ages and abilities. The academy provides instruction in Tai Chi and other internal arts, focusing on health improvement, moving meditation, and martial arts. Students can participate in Introduction to Tai Chi classes, Continuing Tai Chi classes, and various special events. The academy also offers workshops and sells merchandise, such as T-shirts, which can be ordered online for pickup at classes. The academy was founded by senior students of the late Moy Lin-shin. It follows the traditions of Mr. Moy, who adapted the traditional 108 Yang long form set by incorporating elements from Lok Hup Ba Fa, Hsing-I, Pa Qua, and Taoist and Buddhist chi kung practices. The organization describes its mission as helping people maintain or regain good health through a friendly, non-competitive environment. As a charity, the academy operates with volunteer instructors who are not paid for their services; all dues and donations support the maintenance and expansion of the organization. Members also contribute to the community by fundraising and volunteering for various organizations, such as the Parkinson Foundation and the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada. Classes are held at several locations in and around London, including the Elmwood Ave Presbyterian Church, Westmount Presbyterian Church, St. Anne’s Anglican Church, St. Ansgar Lutheran Church, Church of St. Jude, Komoka Community Centre, and Ilderton Community Centre. The academy offers online tools for members to manage profiles, pay dues, and make reservations. Additionally, guests and members can purchase banquet tickets and pay participation fees for events through their online system.