Sawasdee Tai Chi Bangkok

🌏 International Tai Chi Exchange 2026

We are delighted to announce the International Tai Chi Exchange 2026, to be held on 4–5 July 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand.

Hosted by Sawasdee Tai Chi Thailand, this special event will bring together Tai Chi practitioners from Thailand and Mauritius for two days of learning, cultural exchange, and friendship through the practice of Tai Chi.

We are honored to welcome the delegation from the Taichi Chuan Federation of Mauritius and look forward to sharing experiences, ideas, and traditions across borders.

📅 4–5 July 2026
🇹🇭 Thailand × 🇲🇺 Mauritius

📍 Day 1 – Seminar & Official Dinner
🕒 3:00 PM onwards
📌 Ekkamai, Bangkok

🌳 Day 2 – Cultural Exchange & Morning Practice
🕕 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM
📌 Lumpini Park, Bangkok

🤝 In addition to the Mauritius delegation, Tai Chi practitioners, instructors, and representatives of Tai Chi organizations who are interested in joining the exchange are welcome to contact us for further information.

Venue details for Day 1 and participation arrangements will be provided upon inquiry.

We hope this event will strengthen friendships and encourage greater cooperation within the international Tai Chi community.

Further updates will be announced soon.

We share the journey of sculptor Dae-chul Kang

Since 2015, he has been engaged in a monumental task—excavating a subterranean sanctuary with his own hands. This video, captured by MOCA, documents a journey that began over a decade ago and continues to this day in 2026.

To him, digging into the earth is a profound inquiry into the "Roots of Life." It is a silent, lifelong dedication that resonates deeply with anyone on a path of true cultivation.

As the father of Master Soowon Kang 강수원 —one of the foundational roots of Sawasdee Tai Chi—his work remains a constant inspiration for us. Even now, we imagine him deep within the earth, continuing his journey.

Museum of Ceramic Art New York 18 likes. "The Sculptor Who Dug His Own Museum - Dae-chul Kang"

-written by Master Park Jong Gu

In my journey of studying Tai Chi, Chen Style Tai Chi has demanded the most effort and time. I first heard the saying, 'Chen Style Tai Chi is the root of all Tai Chi.' Maybe that's why I was drawn to it. Looking back now, I realize that this statement is partly true and partly not. My curiosity about Chen Style Tai Chi led me to explore and study the majority of lineages available in the world today.

To study this art, one must delve into the essence of the lineage, as it reveals the hidden aspects of the practice. When it comes to Chen Style Tai Chi, it's crucial to differentiate between the pre-Beijing and post-Beijing stages with Chen Fa-Ke(陳發科).

For most Chen Style Tai Chi practitioners today, the way Tai Chi appeared before and after Chen Fa-Ke(陳發科)'s time in Beijing significantly differs. The reason for this transformation is not hard to guess. Perhaps the pre-Beijing form was a Tai Chi adapted to the Chen Village's environment, while the post-Beijing form adapted to the Beijing environment of that time.

Studying the methods of Chen Fa-Ke(陳發科) lies in the midst of these changes, and some aspects are not suitable for in-depth scrutiny due to the thick fog of change. So, what was Tai Chi like before Chen Fa-Ke(陳發科)? Examining that era may provide valuable insights.

Chen Fa-Ke(陳發科)'s father was Chen Yan-Xi(陳延熙), and his approach to Tai Chi had distinct characteristics compared to what we see today. You can see the essence of Chen Yan-Xi(陳延熙)'s Tai Chi in Du Yu-Ze(杜毓澤) from Taiwan. It's truly fortunate that Taiwan's Du Yu-Ze(杜毓澤) has preserved the pure lineage.

When I researched the teachings of Du Yu-Ze(杜毓澤) and Chen Fa-Ke(陳發科), I observed both similarities and differences in these fundamental techniques. The sequence and connection of the forms(招式) had similarities, but the ex*****on and the content of the transmitted lineage were quite different. Changes in how the art was applied might be due to variations in the practitioners' environments. The fact that the sequence of forms remains consistent is evidence that these lineages are all part of one continuous tradition.

The variations in the content between lineages can likely be attributed to the unique influences of those who passed them down.

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#太極拳
#밝은빛태극권

Medical Taichi/Qigong - Dr. Oh Sang-yong's 'Anti-cancer and Taichi' episode by Sifu Suchan Hongfrom Sawasdee Tai Chi, the Thailand branch of Balgunvit Taichi Academywww.sawasdeetaichi.com

Happy New Year 2026

May the Year of the Red Horse bring steady strength, clarity of mind, and balance in movement.

Like the horse — vibrant yet grounded —
may we move forward with calm power and quiet confidence.

Wishing you health and continuity in your practice.

— Sawasdee Tai Chi

Honored to be featured in the latest issue of the Korean Association of Thailand Magazine. 📖

In this interview, Sawasdee Tai Chi shares its journey — building a practice in Bangkok and continuing to offer a modern, practical approach to physical and mental well-being for an international community.

We believe Tai Chi is for everyone. It’s not about being in top shape, but about learning to move with more ease, awareness, and balance in everyday life.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support and grow with our community. 🙏

Why “Push Hands” Is a Misleading Translation of 推手 (Tui Shou)

The common English translation of 推手 (Tui Shou) as “Push Hands” fundamentally misrepresents the nature of the practice.

While the English verb push implies force, opposition, and an attempt to move something away, the Chinese character 推 (tui) carries a very different conceptual meaning in both classical and modern Chinese usage.

This can be clearly seen in common Chinese compounds that employ 推:

- 推論 (inference): logical continuation based on evidence

- 推測 (estimation): projecting from known data

- 推演 (logical development): unfolding a premise step by step

- 推導 (derivation): leading toward a natural conclusion

In none of these terms does 推 imply pushing against resistance. Instead, it denotes extending, carrying forward, or adhering to what is already present.

Adhesion, Not Imposition

The practice of 推手 (Tui Shou) is not about overpowering an opponent. True 推手 requires maintaining continuous contact without force—never losing connection and never meeting movement with resistance.

A useful analogy is a strip of tape attached to an arm: wherever the arm moves, the tape follows. It does not initiate movement, oppose direction, or impose force. It simply remains connected, faithfully tracking the path of motion.

In this sense, 推手 embodies the same principle found in 推論 and 推演: a process of responsive continuation, not aggressive assertion.

Translating 推手 (Tui Shou) as “Push Hands” does not merely miss the nuance—it actively introduces a concept of force that the original term does not contain.

推手 (Tui Shou) is not about pushing away.
It is about tracking, adhering, and carrying forward.

Can You Still Sit Like This?

Most people think this is about flexibility. It’s not. It’s about whether your joints still move the way they were meant to.

For many people living a modern, chair-based lifestyle, this simple posture feels uncomfortable—or impossible. That difficulty is often the first sign that the ankles, hips, and knees are no longer working together.

1️⃣ What We Lost When squatting disappears from daily life, ankle and hip movement gradually fades. Research (2021) shows that this loss of mobility increases strain on the knees and lower back.

2️⃣ What Comes Back Traditional Vertical Rise and Fall practice restores how the legs extend and absorb weight. A 2025 Tohoku University study found that just a few minutes of daily practice can improve knee extension strength by 26%.

Modern life trains us to sit. Daoyin (導引) trains us to rise and fall—keeping the body aligned, stable, and resilient. This isn’t about stretching. It’s about keeping the body working as one.

* Evidence:
Hatakeyama et al. (2021). The relationship between squatting and physical function.
Tohoku University (2025). Traditional Japanese Movement as Strength Training.

Curious about Qigong, or the Five Animal Frolics (五禽戱)?

This short introduction explains Qigong in a simple, grounded way —
including the traditional Five Animal Frolics practice.
No experience needed.

👉 What is Qigong?

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Curious about Tai Chi, but not sure where to start?

This short introduction explains Tai Chi in a simple, grounded way —
no philosophy, no experience needed.

👉 What is Tai Chi?

Tai Chi Academy in Bangkok สวัสดี​ไท่เก๊ก​ Tai Chi Academy in Bangkok, Thailand