Taoist Physical Spiritual Warrior Energy Practice
Tai Chi
In essence, Tai Chi or Taiji refers to all movement in the universe, to the interplay of the myriad energies arising from Yin and Yang. The Lee Family Square Yard and Fei Shou (Flying Hands) forms can improve circulation, relieve tension and reduce stress throughout the body. They are tools for creating a healthier, happier life.
Tao Wisdom
This is the art of not fighting. Classes are non-competitive and aim to develop virtue alongside external and internal power. The sets and the various related partner exercises predate most of the arts taught in modern China. They embody principles relating to nature, representing thousands of years of accumulated Taoist knowledge.
Qi Gong
In Chinese, Qi refers both to the natural energy of the body and the energy that permeates all things in the universe. Gong means to work hard, specifically to develop a skill over a period of time. In terms of the course, this means you will sweat—and ache—but also that your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual energies will benefit.
4-Week Beginners’ Course
Starting Wednesday 7th October for 4 weeks
Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:00 PM
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The Denhale Active Recreation Centre
Denhale Avenue
Wakefield
WF2 9EF
About the Teacher
Hi! I'm Billy.
I’ve been studying the Lee Family Taoist arts for over a decade, and my passion continues to grow daily. These arts have transformed my life in every way imaginable. I have taught at venues and institutions across Leeds, where we have just opened Sea Cloud Hall, a Centre of Excellence for the Taoist arts! I started the class in Wakefield in 2025 to strengthen and empower young adults, both physically and mentally, and help them learn about a natural way of being. Sign up below and start your journey today!
Continuing Your Journey
Once you’ve completed the beginners’ course, you’ll have the opportunity to continue practicing at the same time weekly. You’ll have a chance to dive deeper into the Yin and Yang arts of the Lee Family Taoist system.
The full range of arts taught by the International Taoist Society also include Jiao Li (Taoist wrestling), Chi Shu (Taoist acrobatics), Kai Men (Taoist yoga), Dao Yin (Taoist respiration therapy), Chang Ming (Taoist herbal and dietary therapy), An Mo (Taoist massage), and Meditation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Whether or not you have experience in movement practice, you are a beginner in Tao practice. As long as you are fit to exercise, you are guaranteed to learn something new!
Done correctly, the practice will repair and restore, but this is an active class. If you are new to exercise or recovering from injury, please contact me via the contact forma above to check whether the class is suitable for you.
I suggest attending the 4-week course to get a proper feel for the arts and make a decision as to whether they are for you. If the course is not fully booked, I might be able to offer you an alternative start date or a one-off taster session. Contact me via thr contact form above to check.
Wear loose, comfortable clothes and indoor trainers or plimsoles (for safety reasons the class cannot be done barefoot/in socks).
