Aarvo Tucker
Aarvo Tucker lived in Taiwan and China from 1981 - 1997 and studied Taijiquan, Baguazhang and Xingyi with 2 Teachers, namely : Liu Hsi-heng - the Senior Disciple of Cheng Man Ching; and Lo Dexiu, who featured in the BBC production of “The Way of the Warrior” with his Teacher Hung Yi-hsiang.
Aarvo Tucker taught at Caledonia in 2003 2002
Annie Roberts
Annie Roberts has practiced Qigong Healing since 1995. She volunteered for 7 years at a hospice providing energy-body healing to patients. In 1999 she studied Qigong at three major hospitals in Beijing. Annie began her medical career as a Doctor of Optometry. She is a Professional member of the National Qigong Association USA.
Annie Roberts taught at Caledonia in 2005
Armelle Malfilatre
Armelle Malfilatre studied Wudang Tai Chi Chuan with Dan Docherty for over 12 years. She recently won a gold medal at the 2nd Taijiquan & Qigong Federation for Europe's competition in Denmark performing the Wudang Sword Form in the Group Weapons category.
http://www.wudangfrance.com/ Armelle Malfilatre taught at Caledonia in 2004 2003
B. K. Frantzis
B. K. Frantzis, Taoist lineage master, has 40 years of experience in Eastern healing, martial arts and meditation, including 16 years of living and studying in Asia. He has developed a systematic approach to teaching Taoist energy arts, and has written four highly acclaimed books on these disciplines including The Poweer of Internal Martial Arts and Opening the Energy Gates .
B. K. Frantzis taught at Caledonia in 2002
Bob Lowey
Bob Lowey has studied martial arts since the late 1960's beginning with karate & judo then moving to Wang Kung Shou Tao in 1979. He has taught since 1985 and has achieved international recognition teaching regularly in Europe. He is a 15th generation disciple of Master You Xuande and Vice-President of the Daoyin Association for Scotland.
7 Stars School of Taijiquan Bob Lowey taught at Caledonia in 2007 2006 2005 2003 2002 2000 2008
Brian Cookman
Brian Cookman studied martial arts for 40 years and Tai Chi for 23. He is a certified instructor in Yang & Wu styles and Dragon & Tiger Chi Kung. His special interest is in Tai Chi and Health and is Chairman of the Tai Chi & Chi Kung Forum for Health & Special Needs. He is a NHS instructor for Tai Chi in hospitals.
Brian passed away on Friday 18th February 2005 at Addenbrooks Hospital in Cambridge, at the age of 59.
Brian Cookman taught at Caledonia in 2004
Claudy Jeanmougin
Claudy Jeanmougin was a Professor of Physical Education who studied Yoga in Punya and then moved to Taiwan where he studied Chinese language and Taijiquan under Master Wang Yen Nien. He has been teaching Taiji for the past 16 years and is a practising Acupuncturist and Osteopath.
Claudy Jeanmougin taught at Caledonia in 2003
Cornelia Gruber
Cornelia Gruber studied Taijiquan since 1971 with John Chung Li, T.T. Liang, William C.C.Chen & Bow Sim Mark.
She is member of the Professional Association of Taijiquan & Qi Gong of Switzerland and serves of the Executive Committee of the Taijiquan & Qigong Federation for Europe. (TCFE)
Cornelia Gruber taught at Caledonia in 2005 2004 2002
Damaris Jarboux
Damaris Jarboux is an recognized innovator in the field of Chi Kung, and has developed many programs for self, family care and Clinical Treatment. She has trained in Energy Medicine for 26 years in the US, China & Europe, and has led trips to China to train in Qigong Hospitals. She is a Founding Board Member of the National Qigong (Chi Kung) Association, USA.
The Body Energy Center Damaris Jarboux taught at Caledonia in 2007
Dan Docherty
Dan Docherty has studied tai chi chuan since 1971 with Master Cheng Tin Hung. In 1980 he was the south-east open-weight champion. Dan is a founder member of both the Tai Chi Union for Great Britain and the Taijiquan & Qigong Federation for Europe where he serves as President.
Practical Tai Chi Chuan International Dan Docherty taught at Caledonia in 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2000
Dee Swift
Dee Swift studied Taijiquan since the 80's and has been teaching Yang style T'ai Chi and Chi Kung for 14 years. A full time instructor who works in a variety of venues from sports centres and village halls to hospitals. Dee is a member of the Steering Group for the T'ai Chi and Chi Kung Forum for Health and Special Needs.
Dee Swift taught at Caledonia in 2004 2003
Dr Luce Condamine
Dr Luce Condamine is a paediatrician, a sports doctor, and tai chi teacher who has successfully competed in French and European internal arts competitions. She is the author of a taiji book specially designed for teaching children called, 'Tai Pour Enfants' which is available in Englsih and French.
Dr Luce Condamine taught at Caledonia in 2006
Elke Schürger
Elke Schürger, born 1942, started to learn Taijiquan (CMC) in 1989, later she learned Qigong. She has trained in Berlin to become a teacher in Traditional Qigong and in Healing Qigong. Her main interest is the healing aspect in Qigong, especially DUFT (SCENT) Qigong. She teaches in her own school in Parchim/Mecklenburg (NE Germany).
Elke Schürger taught at Caledonia in 2007
Enzo Simeoni
Enzo Simeoni Has 25 years experience in Internal Martial Arts. His initiation to the martial arts began with Tai Chi Chuan and Chi Kung under the following Masters Chang Dzu Yao and Franco Mescola. He is currently Technical Director of The Tai Chi Research Center and main collaborator for Master Franco Mescola.
http://www.taichi.it Enzo Simeoni taught at Caledonia in 2005
Eva Koskuba
Eva Koskuba, B.A.
Eva has been studying the Internal Martial Arts since 1982 and teaching since 1986. She teaches Chen Taijiquan, Yang Taijiquan, various types of Qigong, Yiquan, pushing hands, weapons and two person sparring set. She is also learning Xingyiquan and Baguazhang.
Current teachers:
Karel Koskuba (20th generation of Chen style)
Chen Xiaowang (19th generation of Chen style)
Du Xianming (student of Chen Zhaokui, 18th generation of Chen style)
Yao Chengguang (3rd generation of Yiquan)
In March 2006 Eva has been accepted as a lineage disciple (20th generation of Chen style) by Master Chen Xiaowang
Eva is an instructor in the Chinese Internal Arts Association, member of the Tai Chi Union of Great Britain and the British Council for Chinese Martial Arts. She and Dawn Hatton, a retired nurse, set up the Taiji and Qigong based exercises programme for the Battle Hospital, Reading.
CIAA Internal Martial Arts Eva Koskuba taught at Caledonia in 2005
Faye Li Yip
FAYE LI YIP Was born to a traditional Chinese Martial Arts family in Beijing and has studied since childhood. From the age of 7 she trained in Shaolin Quan, then Xing Yi, Bagua and Taiji (Yang and Sun Style) under her father (Prof Li Deyin). She also travelled to many different parts of China to learn from highly respected masters, train with professional coaches and compete with some of China's elite athletes. She has been teaching in the UK since 1990, and she produced many medal-winning students in British National competitions.
Deyin Taijiquan Institute (GB) Faye Li Yip taught at Caledonia in 2006 2005 2008
Franco Mescola
Franco Mescola has studied martial arts for over 40 years and internal arts since 1975. In 1985 he founded the Tai Chi Research Centre in his native Venice and has worked in hospitals researching the effects of qigong on patients. He has also written a number of articles and books on internal arts. Franco also hosts an international internal arts festival in his native Venice.
http://www.taichi.it Franco Mescola taught at Caledonia in 2005 2008
Gordon Faulkner
Gordon Faulkner is a professional martial arts and qigong instructor who teaches in the UK, USA & Europe. Teaching since 1974 Gordon is a qualified Healing Tao Instructor, assistant to Master Mantak Chia; Senior Referee of Yangsheng Gong Association and founder of the Scottish Branch of Yangsheng Gong, China Wushu Society.
Gordon Faulkner taught at Caledonia in 2003
Helmut Oberlack
Helmut Oberlack has studied taiji since 1981 and has spent over 17 years teaching in private classes, universities and sports clubs. He is the publisher of the German Taijiquan and Qigong Journal and co-editor of the European Internal Arts Journal.
Helmut Oberlack taught at Caledonia in 2006 2005 2002
Henk Janssen
Henk Janssen studied Tai Chi Chuan since 1976. He practises Yang style mostly in the lineage of Cheng Man-Ching. His most influential teachers include: Y.T. Phoa, Rob and Erich Völke and Daniel Smit. He has taught Qigong and TCC since 1985. Tui Shou is one of his favorite tools. He successfully competed in pushing hands in various national and international events. He is also a dedicated sword-player and musician.
Henk Janssen Henk Janssen taught at Caledonia in 2007
Ian Cameron
Ian Cameron studied Tai Chi Chuan with Sifu Cheng Tin Hung in Hong Kong in 1971, and has been teaching since the late 1970s. He has produced two books and has acquired a reputation as one of the foremost practitioners and teachers of the art in Britain.
http://www.five-winds.co.uk Ian Cameron taught at Caledonia in 2004
Isabelle Boitiere
Isabelle Boitiere studied Tai Chi Chuan with Dan Docherty for over 11 years. She is regular competitor at major European events and recently won a gold medal at the 2nd Taijiquan & Qigong Federation for Europe's competition in Denmark performing the Wudang Sword Form in the Group Weapons category.
http://www.wudangfrance.com/ Isabelle Boitiere taught at Caledonia in 2004 2003
James Macritchie
James Macritchie has practised the Taoist Arts of Acupuncture and Chi Kung for almost 30 years. Originally from Liverpool, England, he now lives in Colorado, USA, and co-directs The Chi Kung School at The Body-Enery Center. He has written three books on Chi Kung and is the Founder of the National Qigong (Chi Kung) Assocation USA, and Founding President of The Acupuncture Asociation of Colorado.
The Body Energy Center James Macritchie taught at Caledonia in 2007
Jan Silberstorff
JAN SILBERSTORFF received his official taijiquan training license from the PR of China in 1989 to teach taijiquan in China. In 1993 he became the first western medallist in the official tournament of Chenjiagou, birthplace of Taijiquan. Jan became an indoor student and family disciple of Grandmaster Chen Xiaowang in 1994, and together they founded the Chen Xiaowang World Taijiquan Association. Jan became the leader of the German section, which is now the largest organization of its kind. Jan is fluent in Chinese, where he lived for many years, studying with GM Chen Xiaowang, following GM Chen to his current home in Australia. In 1998 he was invited to be the first westerner to perform in the official Singapore State Wushu Masters Event, which was broadcast all over Asia.
Jan has published many articles, 3 books, several DVDs, and has produced 2 TV series about taijiquan. As a member of the 20th generation of the Chen family, Jan currently teaches in 15 countries around the world.
ursprŸnglichen Taijiquan Jan Silberstorff taught at Caledonia in 2004 2003 2008
Jill Heath
Jill Heath has been studying the internal arts since 1991, has taught in Canada, the U.S. and the U.K. since 1996, and made her competition debut in 1999 with a personal best in 2001of 3 gold and 3 bronze medals at a single tournament for form, weapons and push hands. She is a certified Associate Healing Tao instructor, a certified Tai Chi for Arthritis instructor, and a past president and director of the Canadian Taijiquan Federation. She has had articles published in TongRen (a publication of the CTF) and Breathe Deep (an on-line qigong newsletter).
She continues her studies of the internal arts with Sifu Helen Wu, Nick Gracenin and Sam Masich. She much enjoyed her time teaching and training again at Tai Chi Caledonia’sth10th anniversary in Stirling, Scotland in June 2005. She also enjoys the struggle to speak coherently in French and continues to upgrade her language studies. She received marks for originality on her final presentation in French class at college, fall 2006, by bringing enough swords to class for all her classmates and instructor and conducting a mini-workshop en français.
Jill Heath taught at Caledonia in 2005
John Bolwell
John Bolwell has trained in Tai Chi & Chinese Internal Arts since the early 1970’s with Danny Connor and Rose Li. More recently he has furthered his studies in Chen style with Liming Yue and with Chen Zheng Lei in China. He has spent time in India studying the martial art of Kalarippayattu, and has travelled to Beijing to train in Peking Opera Warrior roles.
John Bolwell taught at Caledonia in 2002
Karel Koskuba
Karel Koskuba, B. Sc., Dip. Ac.
Karel has been studying Internal Martial Arts since 1978 and teaching since 1984.
Past teachers:
Chu King Hung (5th generation of Yang style)
Current teachers:
Chen Xiaowang (19th generation of Chen style)
Du Xianming (student of Chen Zhaokui, 18th generation of Chen style)
Yao Chengguang (3rd generation of Yiquan)
In March 2006 Karel has been accepted as a lineage disciple (20th generation of Chen style) by Master Chen Xiaowang
Karel is the Chief Instructor of the Chinese Internal Arts Association, member of the Tai Chi Chuan Union of Great Britain (TCUGB) and the British Council for Chinese Martial Arts (BCCMA). He teaches Internal Martial Arts in Berkshire and also leads seminars in UK and abroad.
Health:
In the Internal Martial Arts, health is inseparably bound up with the progress of martial skill via cultivation of the internal energy - qi (chi).
Karel is a qualified acupuncturist with a Diploma of Acupuncture from Chung San Acupuncture School in London.
You can find more information on our websites:
www.ciaa.org.uk and
www.yiquan.org.uk
CIAA Internal Martial Arts Karel Koskuba taught at Caledonia in 2005
Karin Amberger
Karin Amberger taught at Caledonia in
Katy Cheng
Katy Cheng is the daughter of the late Professor Cheng Man-Ching who studied Taijiquan, with her father, since childhood. Katy has taught for 25 years and continues in her father’s tradition. In addition to her ongoing weekly classes, Katy is a regular instructor at Cheng Family events.
Katy Cheng taught at Caledonia in 2003
Ken Van Sickle
Ken Van Sickle I began to study with Cheng Man Ch'ing in 1967, attending classes three or four days a week. In 1972 Prof. Cheng gave special classes to students he chose to be certified as teachers, we underwent intensive training in solo form and sword form, and fencing, I continued to study with him until his death in 1975.
sinobarr Ken Van Sickle taught at Caledonia in 2005 2004
Laura Stone
Laura Stone has studied T'ai Chi Ch'uan for over 30 years as practitioner, teacher and organizer. She has worked on all aspects including diverse forms (slow and fast, with and without weapons) and partner practices (push/sensing hands, form applications and T'ai Chi boxing). Laura trained with William CC Chen since 1979, and studies Zen Meditation & Body-Centred Psychotherapy.
Laura Stone Laura Stone taught at Caledonia in 2006
Liming Yue
Liming Yue taught at Caledonia in 2000
Linda Chase Broda
Linda Chase Broda
Linda Chase Broda taught at Caledonia in 2005 2000
Luigi Zanini
Luigi Zanini has studied Chinese Martial Arts since 1977 and has trained in Tang Lang, Tam Tuei, Baguazhang and traditional weapons. He was the winner of the Italian Championships in 1988 and has since committed himself to the study of internal fighting arts and healing systems. He recently published the book, ‘Kung Fu’ with Yves Kieffer.
Luigi Zanini taught at Caledonia in 2003 2002 2000
Luis Molera
Luis Molera studied Tai Chi Chuan since 1980 & taught since 1984. He studied with Master William CC Chen and in Taiwan with with masters like Chen Shiu-Yao (Rosa Chen), Chen Zhi Dan and Jeang Shen Chih. He has won many tournaments in pushing hands, tai chi form, sword, sabre and fan in Europe and Taiwan.
Luis Molera Luis Molera taught at Caledonia in 2007 2006
Mari MacRitchie
Mari MacRitchie taught at Caledonia in 2000
Marianne Plouvier
Marianne Plouvier is a Yang Taiji Martial Art School's teacher, continuously training since 1990 with M. Antoine Ly.
She is practicing and teaching bare hand form, right and left, saber, sword, stick and fan, pushing hands and eight pieces of brocade.
She took part in many national, european and chinese competitions, both as competitor and judge. She is also AAMYTF's president, FTCCG's vice-president and TCFE Executive Committee's member.
Marianne Plouvier taught at Caledonia in 2006 2005
Mario Napoli
Mario Napoli Was a close student of Stanley Israel who in turn was a student of Cheng Man-Ching for 11 years. Mario focusses primarily on push hands and has won many tournaments in the USA and Europe and was a successful competitor in Chinese competitions.
Mario Napoli taught at Caledonia in 2006 2005
Marnix Wells
Marnix Wells studied Chinese Internal Arts since 1968 and has travelled widely learning Bagua, Taiji & Xingyi training with Zhang Yizhong, Gan Xiaozhou, Wang Shujin and Hong Yimian. He recently produced, 'Scholar Boxer: Chang Naizhou Theory of Internal Martial Arts and the Evolution of Taijiquan.'
Marnix Wells taught at Caledonia in 2006
Michael Plotz
Michael Plotz started martial arts at 9 years old. For the last 15 years he studied Yang style Taijiquan (CMC), as a student of Benjamin Lo (USA) and Patrick Kelly (NZ). He has studied different Qigong practises and has taught for 11 years in Hamburg and Germany. He is a Medical Doctor and is educated in Traditional Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture.
Michael Plotz taught at Caledonia in
Nigel Sutton
Nigel Sutton has been practising Oriental Martial Arts for over 30 years. He studied Baguazhang intensively with Gao Ziying, Gao Jiwu, Kang Gewu, Bai Wenxiang and Zhao Weidong. He is a disciple in the Zheng Manqing lineage under Tan Ching Ngee, Lee Bian Lei, Lau Kim Hong & Ho Ah San. He lives and works in Malaysia.
http://www.zhong-ding.com/ Nigel Sutton taught at Caledonia in 2004
Nils Klug
Nils Klug has studied Tai Chi Chuan since 1988 and has been teaching since 1990. In the same year, Nils began studying with Master William C. C. Chen, and became his certified instructor in 1993, the same year he founded his own Tai Chi Chuan school in Hannover, Germany.
Aside from his personal training with eminent instructors such as William CC Chen, Dr Tao Ping Siang & Nathan Methanged. Nils has been an active promoter of tai chi chuan through his annual Push Hands Meeting, the largest push hands meeting in Europe, and his regular teaching in Europe.
http://www.tai-chi-studio.de Nils Klug taught at Caledonia in 2005
Paul Silfverstrale
Paul Silfverstrale has studied Asian martial arts for over 20 years, and is a student of Dan Docherty since 1998. He has lived, travelled, practiced and taught extensively in Europe, China and SE Asia, and spent thorough time in Malaysia and Singapore practicing with Wu-style family. He is an international tournament winner in forms, pushing hands and San Shou, many of his students have also been successful on the international competition arena. He works professionally teaching Tai Chi Chuan and as a TCM acupuncturist.
Stockholm Practical Tai Chi Chuan Paul Silfverstrale taught at Caledonia in 2008
Ramona Krone
Ramona Krone has been a practising physiotherapist for 25 years and has practised Tuina Massage since 1987. She studies all aspects of Taijiquan and Qigong and lives in Hamburg, Germany where she teaches and runs her busy practice.
Ramona Krone taught at Caledonia in 2002
Richard Odell
Richard Odell has studied Tai Chi for 14 years with Katherine Allen, Dan Docherty and Fan Form with Cornelia Gruber. He has competed for 11 years winning gold medals at British Open, European and the 6th Grand World Wushu Festival, Shanghai. He gained medals for Hand, Sabre, Sword and Spear and Sparring in Malaysia.
Richard Odell taught at Caledonia in 2007 2006
Roger Jahnke
Roger Jahnke OMD studied Chinese Medicine for over 25, has traveled 8 times to research China's Qi cultivation.He is a founder of the National Qigong Association - USA, Director of the Institute of Integral Qigong and Tai Chi and author of two widely acclaimed books on Qigong and Tai Chi, "The Healer Within" and "The Healing Promise of Qi".
Qigong, Tai Chi, Taiji, Chi - Feel The Qi¨ Roger Jahnke taught at Caledonia in 2006
Ronnie Robinson
RONNIE ROBINSON studied has taijiquan since 1981 and is a full-time professional instructor who is also a regular at major European events. He is an active promoter of internal arts through his various roles as Promotions Manager, The Tai Chi Union for Great Britain, Secretary of the Taijiquan & Qigong Federation for Europe and editor of Tai Chi Chuan & Internal Arts magazine (UK). Ronnie has also written three books on Tai Chi and articles for European and American Journals.
Chiron Tai Chi Ronnie Robinson taught at Caledonia in 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2000 2008
Sam Masich
Sam Masich One of the most accomplished mid-generation practitioners of Chinese internal martial arts in the world today, Sam has trained and taught for nearly three decades. He has studied with some of the great masters of this era from including Liang Shouyu, Dr. Yang Jwing Ming, Jou Tsung Hwa, Yang Zhenduo and Chen Xiaowang.
A passionate and gifted teacher, Sam never fails to inspire students along their path. His work as a full time instructor has taken him to over 100 cities in Canada, USA, Mexico, England, Scotland, Germany and Spain. Students from around the world have traveled to his annual Sam Masich Push Hands Training Camp held in Vancouver, Canada. Many of Sam's students have become top level instructors. Sam is one of few practitioners today that trains and teaches the entire traditional Yang curriculum. He is the creator of the 5 Section Taijiquan Program, a recreational and preliminary training program which includes bare-hand and weapons solo and sparring routines, as well as partner practices. Sam has distinguished himself in competition as a quadruple and septuple gold medalist in national competitions and was a member of the Canadian National Chinese Martial Arts Team competing in China at The World Wushu Invitationals in 1985. Since 1989 he has chief-refereed and judged in regional to national level tournaments in Canada and the USA.
Sam has made some 20 films on taijiquan and neijia related subjects, is the subject of two internationally airing documentaries and has served as a martial arts action consultant, trainer and choreographer on various TV programs and stage productions. Sam is also a musician with several well regarded albums to his credit.
SamMasich.com Sam Masich taught at Caledonia in 2007 2008
Shelagh Grandpierre
Shelagh Grandpierre taught at Caledonia in 2000
Sue Woodd
SUE WOOD has worked in Complementary Medicine for the past 20 years, founding her own school in 1991. She is a registered Trainer with the Shiatsu Society and she teaches for the European School of Tai Chi Ch'uan, and is a graduate of the College of Cranial Sacral Therapy. and teacher affiliated with Yoga Alliance. As an International Master Trainer she trains fitness instructors and lectures for leading Health Farms and Fitness Companies worldwide.
Sue Woodd Sue Woodd taught at Caledonia in 2006 2008
Victoria Windholtz
Victoria Windholtz was born in Spain in December 1971 and started studying martial arts intensively from the age of 10. She has been a member of the French National Wushu Team for years, as a Tai chi specialist. European champion and internationally renowned expert on Chen style Tai chi, she teaches in France and internationally.
Victoria Windholtz Victoria Windholtz taught at Caledonia in 2007
Wang Haijun
Wang Haijun studied Chen Style Taijiquan at Chen Villiage, Chenjiagou, from the age of 9. He has won a number of gold medals at major Taiji tournaments in China and is now living in Manchester, UK and teaching in the UK, Ireland, USA and beyond.
Wang Haijun Taiji World Wang Haijun taught at Caledonia in 2007 2005 2003
Wang Ning
Wang Ning was born in Nanjing, China where he learned the art of calligraphy since his early childhood. He also studied old Chinese writing and the art of creating Chinese 'chops'. Wang practices Yang style Taijiquan which has greatly enhanced his calligraphy work. He is now living in Germany where he has also written a number of articles on calligraphy.
Willkommen zu Wang-Ning.de Wang Ning taught at Caledonia in 2007 2008
William C.C. Chen
William C.C. Chen taught at Caledonia in 2000
Yannis Patsios
Yannis Patsios taught at Caledonia in 2000