From beginners to mastery:
Master Gu guides you deep into Tai Chi

8 Form, 33 Form, 28 Form, 13 Form, Sword Form and much more...

The academy has a three-year curriculum that will excite you, no matter if you are a complete beginner or a long term practitioner.

The tuition for each Tai Chi form with Master Gu, an authentic Taoist master, begins at a magnificent temple in the Wudang Mountains, a revered site for this ancient Chinese martial art. Delving deep into Tai Chi, Master Gu explains the history of the form, including its roots in Taoism and traditional Chinese medicine, and demonstrates it for you. Then, in the serene woodland training ground, he breaks down the practical tuition into easy-to-learn sections, ideal for new comers and those interested in deepening their practice.

Master Gu is a joyful teacher, embodying the meditative and mind-body harmony that Tai Chi offers. He shows how to have fun and not take yourself too seriously while also empowering you to take charge of your wellness, whether you're practicing Tai Chi for health, arthritis, or as a spiritual practice.

All the lessons have been lovingly filmed by his disciple and filmmaker, George Thompson. Let the beauty of the temples inspire you, and let the bird song reconnect you with your natural power. These online classes, accessible from the comfort of your own home, bring the essence of Wudang Tai Chi to a global online community, making it easy for anyone interested in authentic Tai Chi to begin their journey.

Tai Chi is not just a physical exercise. It is a practice for your holistic well-being: your mind, body, and spirit. That is why, as a student of the academy, you can also learn Taoist philosophy, medicine, meditation, and Qi Gong. In our online Tai Chi courses, Master Gu also shares the deep principles of powerful, peaceful, and beautiful Tai Chi.

Here is a sample video where Master Gu talks about the martial, meditative, and artistic elements of good Tai Chi practice.

If you are just beginning Tai Chi, welcome! You are embarking on a nourishing journey.

The first form you will learn with us is the Wudang 8 form. It covers many important postures in Wudang Tai Chi and is relatively quick to learn. The form takes around 2 minutes to perform, so it is a great option if you want to add a moving meditation to your daily routine.

Here is Master Gu demonstrating the form with his disciple Eli in the Laozi temple in the Wudang Mountains.

Sounds great!

So, how much does it cost?

For context, if you were to come to China to attend Master Gu’s physical academy, one year of tuition would cost $16,000.

Of course, physically learning on the Wudang mountains with Master Gu is an incomparable, transformative experience. However, THOUSANDS of online academy students have shared just how transformative the academy has been for their lives.

The online academy gives you access to Master Gu’s teachings anytime, anywhere. You can pause, rewind, and learn in a way that fits your own schedule. All available at a fraction of what it would cost to learn physically with Master Gu.

So how much does it cost to become a student?:

Free Bonus #1: Access to the Tai Chi Family Community 

(Value = priceless)

Do you not know many Tai Chi practitioners close to where you live? Are you worried you won’t stick to your practice because you’re doing it by yourself?

One of the most impactful parts of the online academy is the COMMUNITY. Chat in our in-house forum, share advice, and get feedback. Share your learning journey with fellow life explorers from over 75 countries!

We also connect you with practice partners, a group who started the academy at a similar time to you. Supported in the community, your practice will be easy and joyful. You are welcomed to the famed Tai Chi Family!

In our hectic world, peace and balance seem ever harder to grasp. If you too find yourself searching for them, you’re not alone.

Taoism has been helping people find and nurture these vital aspects of fulfilled living for thousands of years.

Discover how Charles, a WTWA Online student, discovered the healing potential of Taoism, and with it, a powerful new calmness, comfort, and harmony.

Free Bonus #2: Live Monthly Mentoring with Master Gu!

(Worth $360)

From the very beginning, Master Gu didn’t just want to make online courses, he wanted to create an online ACADEMY.

So, to support your practice, Master Gu jumps on Zoom each month for a live community mentoring session.

An hour of group online teaching with Master Gu normally costs $30 a session. We’ve included live teaching as a free bonus for all online academy students.

Get to know Master Gu and the student community. Get your specific questions answered, deepen your practice, and feel stronger and more at ease!

An example livestream meditation

The monthly livestreams usually feature a mix of philosophy and wellness practices. This practice can be tai chi, qi gong, meditation, or a mix of all three, always led by Master Gu.

Here is an example of a short, livestreamed meditation session.

"I got into Daoism around a year ago. I was channel hopping at home, and a Chinese historical drama came on. I saw how they featured Daoism and the Chinese way of life, and realised it was basically the way I had been living my life for the last 50-odd years.

I looked for more information on Daoism and that’s how I found WTWA: by accident (though we all know that accidents are not really accidents!)

If you’re looking for the true Daoist culture but can't get to Wudangshan, then you’ve found the right place. You can still live Daoism by accessing the platform and its content.

Everything on the platform is really interesting, from the lessons themselves to all the extras like the livestream and communities. Master Gu’s teaching is at once fascinating, fun, and authentic. I’ve learned not just Chinese Culture and Daoism but Tai Chi and Qi Gong too.

Do give it a try because it's really, really worth it. You can study whenever and wherever you like. To me, it’s the best academy out there."

Free Bonus #3: Access to the “Easy Tai Chi” practice system

(Worth $197)

Worried you won’t have time to practice? Or it’s going to be hard and confusing?

As the academy has grown older, we’ve learned that the biggest thing stopping our students from getting the full benefit of Tai Chi is not keeping up a regular practice.

So we’ve created a cutting edge guided practice system based on behavioral science that makes Tai Chi practice easy and enjoyable so that anyone can do it.

We’ve broken the curriculum into easy to digest 10-minute videos, including guided reflection questions.

Finally, you’ll be able to move mindfully, everyday with effortless ease.

"I’d been interested in tai chi for some time, so when the pandemic hit, I was determined to take it up more seriously.

Having followed George's videos on YouTube for quite a while, I admired the quality of his filmmaking and absolutely loved Master Gu’s charisma. When I discovered that he and Master Gu were launching the online academy, I knew it’d be great and couldn’t wait to join.

Now I have this perfect combination of content and quality. I like the way the lessons are shot, the sound is perfect, and the system is very easy to access. Whether it's Qi Gong, Tai Chi, philosophy, or meditation, it’s all there 24/7.

But Master Gu is, of course, the main reason I joined. His delivery is incredible, and his command of English is beautiful. His knowledge and sincerity just permeate everything he says and does. I could listen and learn with him all day long!"

Free Bonus #4 - Master Gu Motivational Posters

(Worth $47)

Get inspired by our motivational posters: beautiful photos of Master Gu with nuggets of Daoist wisdom.

Print them off, stick them on your phone or computer!