Become a Tai Chi & Qi Gong Instructor level 1 # Flexible delivery from February 2026)

Become a Tai Chi & Qi Gong Instructor Empower Yourself, Inspire Others.

Are you passionate about helping your family, friends and community live healthier, more balanced lives? Do you feel called to share the gift of relaxation, harmony and vitality with others? If so, this is your opportunity to transform that passion into a meaningful path of teaching, service and personal growth.

Newcastle Tai Chi, in partnership with the Australian Tai Chi Association and the World Tai Chi Association, invites you to join our accredited Tai Chi & Qi Gong Teacher Training Program level 1. This program is designed not only to deepen your own practice but also to equip you with the skills, confidence and certification to guide others on their journey toward health, peace and resilience.

Why Teach Tai Chi & Qi Gong?

Across the globe, more than 250 million people practice Tai Chi and Qi Gong daily and for good reason. These ancient arts are celebrated for their ability to:

• Reduce stress and anxiety
• Improve balance, flexibility, and strength
• Enhance circulation and energy flow
• Support mental clarity and emotional wellbeing
• Improve numerous chronic health conditions.

By becoming a certified instructor, you step into a tradition that has been transforming lives for centuries, while also opening doors to new opportunities for personal fulfillment and financial independence.

What You’ll Gain

• Accreditation & Recognition: Earn a respected qualification that connects you to national and international Tai Chi associations.
• Personal Empowerment: Gain control of your own health and wellbeing while learning how to share these benefits with others.
• Community Impact: Position yourself to support schools, health organizations and community groups in promoting wellness.
• Flexibility & Income: Teach classes in person or online, creating opportunities to earn extra income while doing something deeply rewarding.

How the Program Works

Our training is delivered through a blend of online learning, course reading material, face-to-face sessions and personal practice, supported by professional educators who are dedicated to guiding you every step of the way. You’ll receive personalized mentorship to ensure your teaching journey is both accessible, inspiring and enjoyable.

Level one teachers certificate course curriculum 100 hours in duration.

This program is split into 2 core sections:

Discussion modules:  

• The history, philosophy and core principles of Tai Chi and Qi Gong.
• The health benefits and scientific insights behind these practices.
• Practical methods to assist students in relaxation, balance and self-healing.
• Teaching principles and delivery.
• To pass this section there is a multiple-choice examination.

Practical modules:

•          Traditional 13 Warm-Up Exercises
•       Therapeutic QI Gong. Five Element Qi Gong and Lotus Qi Gong.
•          Basic Standing Meditation breathing to relax.
•         Authentic Yang Family Tai Chi Qi Gong first 8 methods. 
•      Yang Family essential 8 Form                                             

·       To pass this section students are required to submit a personal training log of a minimum of 60 hours of training. Or a minimum of 30 hours of face-to-face training either online or in class. Plus, a minimum of 5 hours private tuition from 1 of our accredited teachers either face-to-face or online. Students are also required to complete a practical exam on a minimum of 3 of the above modules this can be done online or face-to-face.  

By the end of Level One, you will not only have a strong foundation in Tai Chi and Qi Gong but also the confidence to inspire others with the timeless wisdom of Tai Chi.

Take the Next Step

This is more than a course—it’s an invitation to join a living tradition, to become part of a global movement dedicated to health, harmony and human connection. Whether you dream of teaching in your community, supporting schools and wellness programs, or simply enriching your own life, this training will empower you to make that vision a reality.

Your journey to becoming a Tai Chi & Qi Gong instructor begins here. Step forward, embrace the art and share its gifts with the world.

Newcastle Tai Chi will give successful participants employment opportunities within the hunter region.

The above course is the base prerequisite for all other teacher training courses within the academy. Inquire about recognition to prior learning for existing teachers or experienced practitioners.   

Level 2 Seated Tai Chi and Qi gong.

Level 2a 28 Form and Yang Family 18 Qi Gong methods.

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