Who is facilitating this event?

Stephanie SUCertified Level 5 Traditional Chinese Tai Chi Practitioner3rd Duan (Third Degree) Wushu, Chinese Wushu AssociationMember, Wu Yi Hui Liuhe Bafa Boxing AssociationMember, Shanghai Chen Style Tai Chi AssociationStephanie Su brings a calm, grounded presence to every class, guiding students through tai chi with clarity, patience, and genuine warmth. Her teaching blends traditional principles with modern accessibility, helping beginners feel at ease while offering deeper refinement for experienced practitioners. Stephanie’s focus on mindful movement, breath, and balance creates an environment where students not only learn tai chi—they embody it. Stephanie has an array of medals from competitions that she has competed in all over the world, including First Prize, Team Traditional Wushu Routine, 1st Ningbo International Wushu Exchange Conference and also at the Shanghai Citizens’ Games Wushu Competition.Peter CHEN Tai Chi Practitioner & InstructorMartial Arts ExperiencePeter began practicing Yang Style Tai Chi and Wudang Tai Chi in 2009 and has accumulated 17 years of dedicated training and experience. He is committed to preserving and promoting the traditional art of Tai Chi while continually refining his skills through regular training.

Do I have to register?

Yes. There are a limited number of places available for this class so please ensure you register to secure your spot.

What do I need to bring/wear?

There is no need to bring any equipment, however a water bottle is suggested.Clothing: Wear loose, comfortable and breathable clothes.Shoes: Wear comfortable, non-slip, supportive shoes. Avoid slippers.

Where can I find out more?

Visit ‘Tara Institute Events’ Facebook page or Email fundraising@tarainstitute.org.au

Food: Avoid exercising on a full stomach. Ideally, wait 1–1.5 hours after a meal. If hungry, have a light snack such as a banana or a piece of bread 30–60 minutes beforehand.Water: Drink some water before practice, but avoid drinking too much at once. During practice: Move slowly and gently. Do not force the movements or hold your breath.Safety: Stop if you feel dizzy, unwell, have chest pain, unusual shortness of breath or lose your balance.

Tai Chi - The Eight Fundamentals

Name: Tai Chi - The Eight Fundamentals
Start: 2026-09-19T09:00:00+1000
End: 2026-09-19T10:00:00+1000
Location: Tara Institute of Tibetan Buddhism

Sat, 19 Sep, 9am - 10am AEST

Tara Institute of Tibetan Buddhism

Brighton East VIC, Australia

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Discover the eight essential movements that form the foundation of Tai Chi practice in this gentle, structured four‑week journey. Each week, we’ll focus on two foundational movements, exploring their form, flow, and purpose so you can build confidence step by step.

Across the month, you’ll develop balance, coordination, relaxation, rooting, and mindful awareness, learning how these qualities arise naturally through consistent practice. Whether you’re completely new or continuing your Tai Chi journey, this program offers a clear pathway to deepen your understanding of the art while cultivating calm strength in body and mind.

Join us for a supportive, beginner‑friendly progression that helps you feel grounded, centred, and connected through movement.

All participants must register, limited spaces available.

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Who is facilitating this event?

Stephanie SU
Certified Level 5 Traditional Chinese Tai Chi Practitioner
3rd Duan (Third Degree) Wushu, Chinese Wushu Association
Member, Wu Yi Hui Liuhe Bafa Boxing Association
Member, Shanghai Chen Style Tai Chi Association
Stephanie Su brings a calm, grounded presence to every class, guiding students through tai chi with clarity, patience, and genuine warmth. Her teaching blends traditional principles with modern accessibility, helping beginners feel at ease while offering deeper refinement for experienced practitioners. Stephanie’s focus on mindful movement, breath, and balance creates an environment where students not only learn tai chi—they embody it. Stephanie has an array of medals from competitions that she has competed in all over the world, including First Prize, Team Traditional Wushu Routine, 1st Ningbo International Wushu Exchange Conference and also at the Shanghai Citizens’ Games Wushu Competition.
Peter CHEN
Tai Chi Practitioner & Instructor
Martial Arts Experience
Peter began practicing Yang Style Tai Chi and Wudang Tai Chi in 2009 and has accumulated 17 years of dedicated training and experience. He is committed to preserving and promoting the traditional art of Tai Chi while continually refining his skills through regular training.
Do I have to register?

Yes. There are a limited number of places available for this class so please ensure you register to secure your spot.
What do I need to bring/wear?

There is no need to bring any equipment, however a water bottle is suggested.
Clothing: Wear loose, comfortable and breathable clothes.
Shoes: Wear comfortable, non-slip, supportive shoes. Avoid slippers.
Where can I find out more?

Visit ‘Tara Institute Events’ Facebook page or Email fundraising@tarainstitute.org.au
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Food: Avoid exercising on a full stomach. Ideally, wait 1–1.5 hours after a meal. If hungry, have a light snack such as a banana or a piece of bread 30–60 minutes beforehand.
Water: Drink some water before practice, but avoid drinking too much at once. During practice: Move slowly and gently. Do not force the movements or hold your breath.
Safety: Stop if you feel dizzy, unwell, have chest pain, unusual shortness of breath or lose your balance.

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A Tibetan Buddhist Meditation Centre dedicated to mindfulness, compassion, and connection.

Weekly meditations, dharma teachings, support groups, and community events designed to support inner peace and joyful living.

Through the guidance of our Tibetan teacher, Venerable Geshe Doga, Tara Institute offers a variety of classes in Mahayana Buddhist philosophy and meditation to suit everyone, from beginners and advanced students, through to children, young adults and people struggling with an illness.

Buddhism is not just a philosophy nor a system of psychology. It is a way of life. Buddhism is concerned with the wholesome cultivation of the mind. As ordinary human beings we all experience inner turmoil time and again - that comes in various forms such as shattered expectations, low self-esteem, doubts, fears, worries, anger, jealousy, anxieties, mild to severe depression and so forth.

Although external circumstances can contribute to experiencing a troubled mind, the Buddha has taught that ultimately all inner turmoil is caused by non-other than misconceptions that are held deep within our own mind. It is because we fail to recognize this fact that we have a tendency to blame others and external circumstances for our troubles. However, blaming others doesn't calm our inner turmoil, on the contrary, it contributes to even more angst.

So the key to overcoming our inner and outer troubles is none other than identifying the source of our own inner conflicts and misconceptions. Meditation is said to be one such technique which, when applied properly and consistently, can help to identify this factor and restore clarity and calmness within our own mind.

Our program creates opportunities for everyone to listen to, reflect, meditate on, practice and actualize the unmistaken teachings of the Buddha through which people’s minds and hearts can be transformed into their highest potential for the benefit of others. We are committed to creating harmonious environments and helping all beings develop their full potential of infinite wisdom and compassion. Our organization is based on the Buddhist tradition of Lama Tsongkhapa of Tibet as taught to us by our founders Lama Thubten Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche.

We follow the teachings of His Holiness the Dalai Lama and are affiliated with the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT), a world-wide organization founded in the early 1970s. Everyone is most welcome, religious or non-religious!

The main function of Tara Institute is to provide Buddhist teachings and to offer charitable service to the greater community and to promote the attitude of loving kindness. Venerable Geshe Doga has been the resident teacher at the Centre since 1984.

In addition to the regular weekly programme are weekend courses, pujas, special healing courses, social events and activities for children. The Centre is residential for full-time residents. It is supported through residency, membership fees, donations and volunteer work. Amongst the facilities are a library, dining room and a well-stocked bookshop. Please see our newsletter and calendar also.

Tara Institute is one of nearly 160 centres and study groups under the worldwide affiliation umbrella of the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT).

The Centre has a large membership base that supports its activities, as well as a floating population of about 400 who attend the programme or visit periodically.