Golden Lion Tai Chi Wins
Five Gold in World Wushu
(Kung Fu and Tai Chi) Festival

Nine Tai Chi students from Golden Lion formed part of the Australian team who competed in the Inaugural World Wushu Festival held in Zhengzhou, China, October 2004 and Seven Tai Chi students also represented Australian team in 2nd World Wushu Festival held in Zhengzhou, China, October 2006. Wushu is a generic term that encompasses the traditional Chinese martial arts of Tai Chi and Kung Fu. Athletes of various age groups, from children to veterans competed in both traditional and modern Wushu. The Final Medal Count for Golden Lion Tai Chi members are 5 Gold, 8 Silver and 3 Bronze medals. The principal of the Academy, Grandmaster Dr Pier Tsui-Po, said today "This result is only possible with a team of highly trained and experienced instructors who offer consistently high quality training programmes in fully equipped facilities".

Wu Shu is a general term that encompasses various types of Chinese martial arts. The categories of Wu Shu practice are:

Tai Chi (bare hands and weapons).

Nan Quan - Southern Kung Fu (bare hands and    weapons).

Chang Quan - Northern Kung Fu (bare hands and    weapons).

San Shou - Full contact sparring.

There are also World Championships held every two years. Since 1997, Golden Lion Tai Chi and Kung Fu students was selected to represent Australia in the World Championships. These Golden Lion students are among a team of Australian to represent Australia.

We've continually demonstrated that we are the best school in Australia. Part of our vision for the future is to have an Australian Golden Lion student win a Gold Medal in a World Tournament or in an Olympic games. We have the necessary knowledge and experience to achieve this aim. Therefore it is in your best interest that you join us at the Golden Lion.

Master Charles Tsui-Po Senior Master Charles Tsui-Po is personally in charge of your progress. He has refined his teaching methods over the past 36 years with Australians and is Australia's leading Tai Chi instructor. As a full time professional teacher you will have his total commitment and dedication. Master Charles also furthers his skills as he continues to learn and train with other great masters throughout the world. Master Charles' credentials are: Qualified International Wu Shu Judge Tai Chi Senior Master, 7th Degree (Golden Lion Academy) Tai Chi Senior Master 5th Duan - International (China Wu Shu    Association) Awarded international coaching qualifications by China 1989 Represented Australia in invitation Wushu Championships 1988 Personal Coach to 1997 Australian Tai Chi Champion (9th position in    1997 World Wushu Championships) Personal Coach to 1997 and 1999 New Zealand Tai Chi Champion. Personal coach to members of Australian Team for World    Championships 1997, 2001, 2003 and 2005. Author of Tai Chi Beijing 24 Form, Tai Chi 32 Sword and Tai Chi    International 42 Form Workbooks

Highly Trained Instructors

Master Charles Tsui-Po, together with Grandmaster Dr Pier Tsui-Po and other Masters of Golden Lion, train a select group of instructors. These instructors are professionally trained so they maintain Golden Lion's high standards. Before they are allowed to teach, they undergo a two-year instructor accreditation course taught by the Golden Lion Academy. Under the watchful eye of Master Charles, they are also required to attend regular classes to ensure they continue to improve.
The Tsui-Po masters and their instructors will help you become healthier and fitter so you enjoy your life more. You'll make new friends, become more relaxed and have better confidence and self-esteem.

Three Types of Membership

The aim of the following types of membership is to offer specialised training that is targeted to your interest and which is also commensurate with your abilities. This will help you be the best you can be in your chosen field and help you improve faster and quicker.

1. Tai Chi Core Curriculum - Healing, Fitness, Relaxation
2. Gradings and Trainee Instructor Program
3. International Competition Class

1. Tai Chi Core Curriculum - to heal and prevent illness and injury, improve fitness, promote relaxation
This is a complete mind and body programme that builds you from beginner to advanced level. Every student of the Academy trains in this core programme. In classes you learn specific movements, breathing techniques, and meditation that will help you relax, strengthen your immune system, and heal illnesses. You will improve your balance, coordination and overall fitness. You will also become stronger and more confident, have more flexibility and better circulation.
You can progress from beginner to master's level. The routines you can learn are the Beijing 24 form, International 42 form, Sword 32 form, 48 form, Sword 42 International form, Yang 40 form and Yang 88 form. Those who wish to learn more about this ancient form of martial art learn Dim Mak pressure points and engage in advanced exercises such as push hands; self defence applications, silk reeling, tai chi spear and tai chi straight sword, tai chi fan and tai chi Saber.

Ideally, you are encouraged to attend classes for at least 2 years as the programme has been designed to give you maximum benefits that escalate over that period. However, you will notice immediate results from your Tai Chi classes. Early benefits that you can expect will include improvement in your balance, ability to relax under pressure and general calmness. This is reinforced further as each year goes by.

2. Gradings Class
This master class caters for those who wish to improve their skills to advanced levels, to progress to Black Belt level, or to become an instructor. If you choose to join this class, you must train in the Core Curriculum at least one class per week to learn overall skills that you will use in the gradings class. Anyone irrespective of experience can enrol in this class. The fee for this class is separate to all other memberships.

3. International Competition Class
This class consists of International competition bare hands and weapon routines as well as essential techniques. To join this team, you must train a minimum of one class per week in the Core Curriculum (see the number one option) to learn overall skills that you will use in the Competition class. Two classes are preferred if you are serious about competing in tournaments.

The fee for this class is separate to all other memberships. Give it a go. You won't know unless you try. Anyone irrespective of experience can enrol in this class, even if you are a complete beginner.

Quality is the Key at Golden Lion

The Golden Lion Academy is a team of highly qualified professional instructors committed to giving you the best so that you can achieve your peak mental and physical condition.

Owned and operated by brothers Pier, Charles and Richard Tsui-Po, Golden Lion has a history of three generations in Chinese healing and martial arts. Authenticity, safety, experience and quality are assured; so too is high quality instruction and personal attention. Results can be felt from your very first lesson.

The Tsui-Po family has a long history of success teaching Tai Chi. Their programme has also been tested in Australia since 1971. Continued participation in their classes will reduces stress, improve balance, coordination and fitness, and increase energy and concentration. Golden Lion Tai Chi is based on the Yang style of Tai Chi as taught by masters for centuries. This knowledge has been passed from Master to pupil for generations.

Master Charles Tsui-Po, the director of Tai Chi, says that his Tai Chi classes will give you a greater sense of calmness and control while you develop a quiet and powerful sense of strength.

The Tsui-Po masters believe that their teaching system will allow you to gain positive results from Tai Chi while you enjoy your membership.

Improved Health and Wellbeing

Tai Chi is a natural way to relaxation and health. It is a gentle mind-body healing exercise performed in a tranquil, graceful way to keep the mind and body fit.

Tai Chi is purposely performed in a slow, continuous and controlled way. This removes the impact on your joints, stimulates deep relaxation, improves concentration, balance and coordination, and removes stress. The "dream like" pace of Tai Chi enhances the alpha waves of the brain, which allows you to gain the benefits of meditation in motion.

Golden Lion Tai Chi promotes the normal circulation of blood, fluids and Chi life force energy throughout your body. According to Traditional Chinese medicine, when the circulation of these vital substances become blocked or impaired, disease can result. When taught and performed correctly Tai Chi enhances Chi and blood flow, increases resistance to illness and generates a greater feeling of wellbeing.

Because you depend on what you learn to help you in your daily life be careful in your choice of teachers. Real benefits are only gained with correct instruction from experienced teachers. For real peace of mind, make the effort to join Golden Lion Tai Chi. You will find that your classes are conducted professionally and in a positive learning environment, while being safe and enjoyable.

Golden Lion Tai Chi give you results because of the great amount of time and effort the Tsui-Po masters have spent developing their unique curriculum, which is enhanced by daily lesson plans for each class. Golden Lion's special teaching method, personal attention and service to you is what gives you better results.

Harmony of Mind and Body

Golden Lion Tai Chi promotes an inner peace that becomes a way of life, when you fine-tune all the elements of your body - physical, emotional, intellectual, energetic and spiritual - into a balanced, healthy unit. This restores harmony and inner balance and soothes your nervous system.

Golden Lion Tai Chi develops mind and body harmony as you participate in their classes. The soothing tranquil flow of movement of Tai Chi is a perfect reintroduction to good physical and emotional health for all ages and bodies, irrespective of age.

Integrity and Professionalism

Good teaching is more than just technical skill. While the Golden Lion instructors are highly skilled Tai Chi practitioners, the experience of the Tsui-Po family of masters is reflected in their professionalism, their attention to detail and deep theoretical knowledge. They nurture students with patience, and their classes are taught in a positive learning environment to ensure you enjoy your class.

The Golden Lion offers three full time professional training academies at Berwick, Rowville and Murrumbeena. All three academies are clean and hygienic with natural light and fresh air. They are carpeted throughout and fully equipped with martial arts equipment such as dummies, mirrors, bags, mitts, weapons etc.

A Programme that Works

Since the beginnings of Golden Lion, Tai Chi participants have reported on its benefits. Golden Lion has taught Australians for 36 years now and their programme has been fully tested and proven to suit Australians.

Andrew Cammarano says "I've strengthened my will power... it has given me back my self-worth...made me stronger as a person." Sandra Neal says "Tai Chi has increased my self confidence, taught me how to coordinate my body and breathing ... shown me how to control my emotions...given me a sense of accomplishment and achievement I never thought possible."
As well, many have been impressed with the standard of teaching. Chris Everett writes ..."I have appreciated the individual attention and accessibility of Master Charles Tsui-Po. I appreciate his support and model of dedication." "Golden Lion's classes are better organised and pay more attention to detail than other classes I have attended ...the atmosphere is welcoming and caring" adds Jan Dwyer.


Limited Number of Students

There is a limited number of students we can accept in our classes so we invite you to reserve your place now. Select the type of classes in which you'd like to participate and contact our headquarters by telephone (03) 9796 1066 to secure your place.

Follow your heart and join us today so you can achieve your dreams.

Resources for Tai Chi Training

The following resources are recommended reading and they are available for purchase at the academy.