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Learn From 25+ Years Of Expertise
Guided By An Authentic Taoist Master
Natural Energy
Feel more refreshed and energised throughout your day, with more energy for the people and activities you love.
A Calmer Mind
Release tension, quieten the mental noise and find greater peace — even when life gets busy.
Strength & Freedom of Movement
Build strength, balance and mobility through gentle movements that help your body feel more comfortable and capable.
A Deeper Connection to Yourself
Become more present, understand yourself more deeply and bring greater clarity and balance into everyday life.
Small Practice. Big Transformation.
The Art of Effortless Daily Practice.
We all want to feel healthier, stronger and happier. But what if constantly pushing ourselves to improve is precisely what is holding us back?
Daoist masters teach the art of Wu Wei — working with your nature, rather than forcing yourself against it. You’ve tried trying. How about trying not-trying?
At Taoist Wellness, we share a gentle yet powerful way to grow. Through simple, joyful practices, you learn to cultivate greater energy, ease and balance — without it turning into another thing to achieve.
Start small. Feel the difference. Let your practice grow naturally.
Your Journey Begins with Daily Dao
You don’t need an hour of spare time, years of experience or extraordinary discipline.
Just a few minutes and a willingness to begin.
1. Start with 3 minutes
Follow a short, guided practice with Master Gu to bring movement, calm and energy into your day.
2. Make it your own
Discover simple ways to weave practice into your daily routine, at a time and pace that work for you.
3. Grow naturally
As your practice develops, explore longer sessions, deeper teachings and new ways to bring Daoist wisdom into your life.
Finally, Make Daily Practice a Joy.
You can find wonderful Tai Chi and Qigong videos for free.
Our Academy offers something different: a clear path to help you turn inspiration into lasting practice.
With guidance from Master Gu, George Thompson, a supportive community and a wealth of teachings to explore, you can discover a way of practising that genuinely works for you.
The Movements Are Only the Beginning.
Tai Chi and Qigong are wonderful ways to cultivate energy, strength and inner calm.
But the deeper gift of Daoist practice is discovering a more natural way to live.
At Taoist Wellness, we bring together four complementary paths.
Tai Chi
Master the Art of Effortless Movement
From your first gentle steps to the flowing beauty of traditional Tai Chi forms, develop balance, strength and coordination. As you deepen your practice, discover the subtle art of moving with your whole being.
Qigong
Awaken Your Natural Energy
Begin to develop nervous system mastery — move with your breath, release tension and restore vitality. With time, go deeper into the ancient art of cultivating Qi, inner strength and harmony.
Daoist Meditation
Discover Inner Stillness
Begin by slowing the breath, relaxing the body and finding ease in the present moment. Deepen your practice through Daoist meditation techniques, learning to rest as the profound stillness from which your clarity and wisdom naturally arise.
Daoist Wisdom
The Art of Joyful Living
Explore the timeless wisdom of Laozi, Zhuangzi and the Daoist tradition. Master Gu’s courses range from practical insights for everyday challenges to profound questions about the nature of life. Discover how to live with greater freedom, compassion and harmony with the Dao.
One Integrated Path. A Lifetime of Discovery.
These aren’t separate practices to master.
They’re different ways of cultivating the same thing: a more balanced relationship with yourself, with others and with the natural world.
Over time, the benefits begin to extend beyond your daily practice.
You notice how you breathe when you’re stressed.
How you move through your day.
How you respond when things don’t go to plan.
How you care for yourself and the people around you.
The practice becomes more than something you do. It becomes part of how you live.
Hundreds Of Students Have Reclaimed Their Wellness
ALESSANDRO
"Master Gu is a great teacher. I think this is the best Tai Chi/Qi Gong academy in the world. I hope I can attend a class in Wudang sooner or later."
DRAP
"This is ideal for me as a complete novice as steps are explained clearly for all movement related activities. The additional Dao related teachings are accessible and I’ve loved the cultural insights too."
NYS
"There has been a significant change in my anxiety, self esteem, and confidence. Words can not explain the healing power of tai chi to heal the soul as well as trauma."
JASON
"Established online Community with an incredible admin who asks thought provoking questions that leads to interesting responses from all walks of life. Information rich! I'm learning the why while learning the how."
CARLOS
"A true Master that is sharing Tai Chi. What an awesome experience and a delight to be presented by a true lineage Master."
TYNETTA
"Master Gu makes it easy to relate Tai Chi into your life. It’s more than just exercise, it’s finding harmony and peace within yourself."
SEAN
"The instructor is phenomenal and having a student present in the videos makes me feel less self conscious."
LEDA
"I love the energy in these videos. I feel invited to meditate as if I were there in the mountains."
A Community Walking the Way Together
Your journey is your own. But you don’t have to walk it alone.
Join a welcoming community of students from around the world, learning from Master Gu and encouraging one another along the way.
Share your experiences, ask questions and enjoy opportunities to connect through community discussions and live teaching.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or have been practising for years, you’re welcome here.
Join Us — Start Your Free Trial →
Everything You Need to Begin. And Keep Growing.
1. A Daily Practice You’ll Actually Enjoy
Build a lasting practice, one small step at a time.
Begin with Daily Dao, your guided introduction to daily practice.
Enjoy short, accessible lessons, a clear path to follow and the freedom to practise at your own pace.
No pressure to keep up. No need to get everything right.
Just a gentle invitation to return each day.
2. Ancient Wisdom for Your Whole Life
Explore the teachings as deeply as you wish.
Your membership includes:
- Tai Chi courses — Develop balance, strength and flowing movement.
- Qigong practices — Cultivate energy, vitality and ease.
- Daoist meditation — Discover greater calm, presence and clarity.
- Daoist philosophy — Bring ancient wisdom into modern life.
- 100+ hours of teachings — Learn from Master Gu whenever and wherever you choose.
Whether you have three minutes or an entire morning, there’s always something meaningful to explore.
3. Guidance, Connection & Community
You don’t have to figure everything out on your own.
Learn directly from Master Gu, connect with fellow students and enjoy opportunities for live teaching, questions and shared practice.
Feel supported as your journey unfolds.
Included with your membership
The Art of Effortless Daily Practice
A practical PDF guide to making daily practice natural, joyful and sustainable.
Discover how to work with your nature rather than relying on willpower, overcome common obstacles to consistency and develop a practice you genuinely look forward to.
Begin with 7 Days Free
Experience Taoist Wellness for yourself.
Explore the teachings, meet your teachers and begin your first Daily Dao practices.
See how a few minutes of gentle movement and stillness can feel in your everyday life.
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A More Natural Way of Living Begins Here.
You don’t need to change everything.
Just begin.
A few minutes of movement.
A moment of stillness.
A little more energy, ease and awareness in your day.
And gradually, discover where the Way takes you.
We’d love to welcome you.
With Wudang blessings,
Master Gu & George
Begin with just 3 minutes a day.
