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Report from Second Day of CIT Week at International Center Florida
Whether it be in the USA, UK, or Australia the experiences gained in attending our third international workshop in four weeks have reinforced in us that we are truly part of a worldwide family. —John and Nancy, Toowoomba
Report from First Day of CIT Week at International Center Florida
There were approximately 240 participants attending the first day of CIT Week at the International Center Florida.
Banquet Hosting at International Workshop in Colchester, England
There were 220 participants from 16 countries in attendance, which made for a cosmopolitian international workshop in Colchester. There are many routes to discovering a stillness in our centre — dan yu, tor yu, chanting, sleeping meditation, and practising hosting a banquet — a delicious lunch with musical entertainment and a moving testimonial.
International Center Florida Construction Update for October 18, 2017
What’s happening at the International Center Florida? Construction is under way in Build E, our new practice hall. (Here is a reminder that all programs and classes have been moved to 1370 Main Street in Dunedin, Florida until construction is completed.) Build E has had the walls and walkways around the courtyard removed and scaffolding put […]
International Center Florida Celebrates International Seniors’ Day
There was a gathering of 200+ throughout the day which started with an intensive during which Honorable Mayor Julie Ward Bujalski from the city of Dunedin kicked off our celebration. She was joined by Vice Mayor Deborah Kynes and Commissioner Heather Gracy and later in the program Commissioner John Tornga. We had Dave Eggers, County […]
International Seniors Week 2017
Greetings from Mono! Seventy participants from across Canada and the United States have gathered at the International Centre to paly Taoist Tai Chi® arts. With focus on various parts of the body, including fingertips and shoulders “facing the ceiling”, program leader Pat Bradley-White invites us to explore new ways to experience our tai chi moves. […]
International Seniors’ Day Preparations in Great Britain
What’s happening in Great Britain for International Seniors’ Day? Where can you come and participate in the events that we are organising? On Sunday 01 October, in both Colchester and Edinburgh, we’re having a day of celebration based around the global video link-up at 15:00. Branches around the country are organising displays and open […]
Florida Update – Day 4
Many Floridians are now making their way home while others have begun massive clean up. Trees down, debris everywhere, damages being assessed. Crews of all sorts are being directed to the areas of critical need throughout Florida. Airlifting and dropping supplies needed. Food batteries. medical etc. Local communication is important as most traffic lights are […]
Florida Update Post-Hurricane Irma – Day 3
Update: South Miami and Keys – We heard from Jill Patterson in Key Largo. They have no power and no cell service. They are allowing residents back on the Keys today. Dunedin – Closed -Still without power and residents are cleaning up. St Petersburg – Closed – Still without power and residents are cleaning up. […]
Dunedin FL – Hurricane Irma Update Blog Post 2
Hi All, Know you are wondering and seeing lots of news on the website and telly. Good news, overall tree damage lots of debris and some structural damage fences etc. but as far as people everyone reports doing OK. Lots of power outages in most areas and cell phones running low on charge. The Fenway […]
Autumn Moon Festival & Jai Banquet, October 14th, 2017
Join us for the Autumn Moon Banquet & Central Region Instructor Appreciation Date: Saturday, October 14th, 2017 Location: International Centre, near Orangeville, Canada Where: 248305 5 Sideroad Mono, ON Please contact Head Office to reserve a seat If you wish to stay overnight, please reserve a room at the centre Schedule for the Day 12:00 p.m. […]
Hello From Florida
Hello From Florida, Many of you are watching Hurricane Irma’s visit to Florida. From what we hear and know at this time, everyone is in a safe spot and making it through the current state of Irma as she travels up the state of Florida. Many people have already or are now evacuating to […]
International Workshop in Helmond, Holland
Wholly 110 participants from 14 countries worked together to find balance, practice timing and experience feeling at the international workshop. After meditation the set was a completely different experience , so much quieter and calmer. What a joy.
Awareness Day in the Netherlands
On Sunday August 27 there were 85 members from all over the Netherlands who gathered in the TTCS centre in Helmond and paraded to the city centre for an afternoon full of demonstrations and trial classes. Many passersby saw us and good conversations were held. Lots of smiling faces were seen the whole day. Everybody […]
International Center Florida Construction Update for August 2017
Renovations at the International Center in Florida have entered a new phase. Renovation of Building E, the practice hall, has begun. Larger washrooms and an 18,000-foot air conditioned practice hall will welcome program attendees starting in early 2018. Demolition of the interior of Building E began on August 20. The dragon was moved to […]
Finish Line for the Renovations at the Southern European Centre in Madrid, Spain
The renovations at the Southern European Centre are reaching the final stages. Visually there are not many changes from previous photos, as the last days’ action has been mainly in the different installations: gas, water, electricity, heating, fire. And then getting ready for September events…
Japanese Lunch and a Movie in Dunedin, Florida
Providing a sense of community is part of our Taoist Tai Chi teachings. Cooking for one another, sharing meals, and working together are also part of the experience. A Japanese lunch and a movie captured all of these elements for the Dunedin branch. Plates of handmade sushi and rice and noodle dishes were prepared and […]
Solar Eclipse Reveals Ancient Dragon Skeleton in Orangeville!
Breaking news from South Central Ontario at the location of the International Tai Chi Centre … shown here surrounded by Taoist Guardians in front of the Guardian’s house, with the Three Religions Temple in the background, shortly after the passing of the solar eclipse, a resident volunteer was caught making off with a cart load […]
The Heart Intention (L’intention du cœur)
(Le français suit plus bas) During the night, the full moon brightens the surroundings like a celestial lamppost. In the morning of the 2nd day, the radiant sun replaces the dismal and rain of the day before. The early risers gather at the temple. With great joy, we practise Taoist chanting. This practice wakes […]
Arrêter la charrette et demander la direction (Stop cart and ask directions)
(English below) La semaine de Lok Hup s’est amorcée au Centre international sous une pluie fine et dans une atmosphère apaisée par le chanting matinal. La première journée a été une occasion d’arrêter la charrette et demander la direction. En fait, il s’agit ici du nom du premier des 66 mouvements du Lok Hup […]
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