Exploring the Depth of Tai Chi for Energy and Synergizing the Spiral Force with Dr Paul Lam

1-Day Live In-Person Workshop

*Please prepare by learning Tai Chi for Energy before attending this workshop. Note that this is NOT an Instructor Training workshop.

Depth of Tai Chi for Energy

Tai Chi for Energy (TCE) is composed from specially-selected key forms from the Sun and Chen styles. The unique composition facilitates interaction and harmony in an almost magical way. All tai chi forms contain both yin and yang elements which constantly balances each other to enhance the Qi. Qi circulates through the body to improve health and vitality. Cultivating Qi is the ultimate purpose of tai chi.

Chen style is more vigorous and represents Yang energy, while Sun style is softer and represents Yin energy, while all movements contain Yin and Yang elements. Working in this special combination is like balancing yin yang within another dimension of yin yang. Applying spiral force to the program produces a double helix of spiral force.

From Dr Lam: "I am fascinated by how much extra power is created from this complex interaction. After working with this program for several years, I have great enjoyment and gained significant improvement in my tai chi. I also found relatively easy ways to understand the fascinating double helix of spiral force and to use that to improve tai chi. I would very much like to share this enjoyable experience with you."

Synergizing the Spiral Force

The Depth of Tai Chi for Energy workshop explores the synergy of another layer of yin/yang in the spiral force.

The Chinese name of this force is Chan Si Jin, also known as the Silk Reeling Force. It holds a mysterious place in tai chi. Dr Lam will work with you to experience its amazing power.

Many people believe this is the uniquely powerful feature of Chen style tai chi. In this workshop, Dr Lam will explain what spiral force is, and how to experience and develop it. He will lead you through incorporating the force into the movements of the Tai Chi for Energy program. By the completion of this workshop, you will have greater understanding of the spiral force in any style of tai chi.

Be sure to learn Tai Chi for Energy to gain the most out of this experience.

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How does Tai Chi work?

Anyone who likes tai chi can benefit from participating in this workshop. Tai chi is proven to be an effective exercise for health, muscular strength, flexibility, fitness and more. Additional benefits include stress relief, improved relaxation, balance, posture and immunity.

There are over 35 published studies (available at taichiforhealthinstitute.org/medical-studies) showing Dr Lam's tai chi programs are effective to improve many aspects of health. However, studies don't show anywhere near the full extent of benefits tai chi can bring! Such as empowering you to develop inner peace, strength and power, leading to more happiness and fulfilment.

Reasons to come

Dr Lam loves sharing the enjoyment and health benefits of tai chi. Thousands of people travel around the world to attend his workshops. He has found the key elements of tai chi to help you develop your tai chi with nearly 50 years experience and research.

You can expect to improve your tai chi significantly and learn good skills and knowledge at his friendly and interactive workshops. You would also enjoy working with Dr Lam and his colleagues.

• Enjoy exploring the Depth of Tai Chi for Energy and Spiral Force personally with Dr Lam and his colleagues
• Gain a deeper understanding of the synergy between two powerful, contrasting tai chi styles
• Enhance and deepen your tai chi practice
• Understand the magic of Sun and Chen styles in synergy (creating more power than the sum of both styles)
• Enjoy working with many Master Trainers and other participants

Who can attend?

Everyone who has learned Tai Chi for Energy and is able to perform the set from memory. Both students and instructors can participate to gain the benefits and expand their tai chi knowledge and skills in an interactive and friendly environment.

If you don't know Tai Chi for Energy yet, you can learn it either from Dr Lam's Online Tai Chi Lessons or DVD prior. Be sure to factor in time before the workshop to learn the program.

Registrants will receive a 20% discount code in your confirmation email that can be used towards preparation material.

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About Dr Paul Lam, Founder of the Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI)

Dr Paul Lam, a family physician and tai chi expert from Sydney, is a world leader in the field of tai chi for health. His visionary book, "Teaching Tai Chi Effectively", has been a key factor in the great success of the Tai Chi for Health programs. Millions of people have improved their health and wellness by learning from his programs.

Dr Lam has authored best-selling books, instructional tai chi DVDs and online tai chi lessons. His tai chi programs are supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC.gov), and health departments and arthritis foundations around the world.

Dr Lam enjoys sharing his years of tai chi experience so much that he has travelled nearly 2 million miles teaching it. His workshops are usually fully booked, people travel thousands of miles to attend his workshop. He has a knack of making complex theory easy to learn. You can expect to enjoy his friendly interactive teaching method, and gain significant improvement in your tai chi.

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Venue

Quality Hotel Coventry
Birmingham Road, Allesley,
Coventry CV5 9BA,
United Kingdom

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Fees

NOTE: Non-refundable booking and payment processing fees will be added at checkout.

• Early-Bird Price (until 14th August 2026 only): £165

• Regular Price (15th August 2026 onwards): £190

Combined Workshop Discount

Register first for the 'Depth of Yang 24 Forms' workshop (25th Sept, Friday) and you will receive a £30 discount code in your confirmation email which can be used for the following workshops, held in the following days:

• Exploring the Depth of Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention (26th Sept, Saturday)

• (this workshop) Exploring the Depth of Tai Chi for Energy with Spiral Force (27th Sept, Sunday)

If you are planning to attend multiple workshops, please make sure to book the 'Depth of Yang 24 Forms' workshop first. Note that only one discount can be applied per registration.

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Available Discounts

NOTE: Only one discount can be applied per registration. Please login into your TCHI Instructor account to find your discount code or contact us at service@drlamtaichiworkshops.com

For TCHI Instructors

• 10% discount (off the tuition fee) for certified TCHI Instructors

For TCHI Senior Trainers and Master Trainers

• 40% discount (off the tuition fee) for Senior Trainers
• 50% discount (off the tuition fee) for Master Trainers

Product Discounts

Registrants will receive a 20% discount code in your confirmation email that can be used towards preparation material.

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Preparation

Preparation will enable you to gain the maximum benefits and enjoyment from this workshop.

If you don't know Tai Chi for Energy yet, you can learn it either from Dr Lam's Online Tai Chi Lessons or DVD prior. Be sure to factor in time before the workshop to learn the program.

Registrants will receive a 20% discount code in your confirmation email that can be used towards preparation material.

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Updates

Workshop participants who are also certified TCHI Instructors will have the opportunity to update their Tai Chi for Health qualifications. Advanced notice is essential.

Price per Update: £40 (GBP)

(max of £160 for 4 or more updates)

NOTE: Non-refundable booking and payment processing fees will be added at checkout.

Choose which program/s you will update at checkout.

You must complete the relevant Self-paced Instructor Preparation Package (SIPP) of the program/s you will Update. Please allow suitable time to complete the required SIPP online learning material (valued at US$80 each, included in your Update fee). After you purchase an Update, you will be sent a link to access the relevant SIPP by the Workshops team.

Upon completion of your SIPP, you will be issued a Certificate of Completion. At least 2 weeks prior to the workshop, you must submit this certificate to workshops@taichiproductions.com

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What to Wear

Wear loose comfortable clothes and flat shoes suitable for exercise.

Please attend scent-free in consideration of those with allergies, including Dr Lam himself.

Additional Notes

• Places are limited. Acceptance is on a first come, first served basis.

• Cancellation fee: £50. No refunds from 30th April 2026 onwards.

• All booking and payment processing fees are non-refundable.

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Contact

Contact the Local Coordinator: Jolie Hilton

• Email: uktaichi4health@gmail.com

Contact the Tai Chi Workshops Team (Australia)

• Email: workshops@taichiproductions.com

• Phone: +61 2 9533 6511