July 12 (Sat.) Sifu Donna Tai Chi class
Jun 16
Written By Winnie Tsai
Redefine Wellness with Sifu Donna’s Tai Chi
Experience Tai Chi like never before with Sifu Donna, a master instructor who uniquely blends traditional Tai Chi with the healing wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Unlike standard Tai Chi classes that focus solely on movement, Sifu Donna’s exclusive approach weaves TCM principles into every session, offering personalized insights to enhance your health and vitality. With her deep expertise in TCM and personal healing journey, she empowers students to unlock the flow of Qi, reduce stress, and achieve balance in both body and mind—often within just a few weeks.
Your commitment is the key to unlocking the full potential of this transformative practice. Through regular practice, you’ll deepen your mastery of Tai Chi and TCM techniques, accelerating improvements in energy, focus, and overall well-being. Unlike generic fitness routines, Sifu Donna’s classes offer a holistic path to wellness that’s tailored to your unique needs. Enroll today to begin a journey toward a stronger, calmer you.
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Sifu Donna Bio
• Certified Professional Instructor by American Chen Taiji Society (ACTS)
• Certified Chinese WuShu 6 Duan by Chinese WuShu Association (eligible to teach TaiChi as a professor level in universities)
• Certified national Judge in Chen Style Taijiquan (Tai Chi) by China State Sport Department
• “The Most Impactful Instructor” Award Recipient by American Chen Taiji Society (ACTS)
Teaching/Performing Experience:
• Currently teach Chen style Tai Chi and Qigong at Cadence Senior Center (Millbrae)
• Currently teach Chen style Tai Chi and Qigong in San Mateo county libraries (Millbrae and Atherton branches)
• Currently teach Medical Tai Chi - Chen Style in Atherton community park
• 2018-2020 Tai Chi Instructor and Performance Coach at Five Branches University (San Jose)
• 2018-2022 Tai Chi Instructor at Westlake School of Performing Arts (Daly City)
• 2019 Tai Chi Instructor for Santa Clara County's Employee Health Program
• Hosted Numerous Workshops for the Local Community such as the Santa Clara County Teacher's Health Program, Five Branches University Health Program, Internal-External Connection Workshop
• Performed at Various Local Events such as San Mateo County AANHPI event in May 2018, Foothill City College for the Spring Fitness Day event in May 2017
Competition Awards:
2019 3rd Pan American Kungfu & Taijiquan International Competition
• Gold Medal: Chen Style Taiji Form, female
• Gold Medal: Taiji/lnternal Long Weapon, female
2017-2019 Tiger Claw Taiji Competition
• All-Around Grand Champion in 2019
• Gold Medal: Chen Style Taiji Form, mixed male and female in 2017, 2018, 2019
• Gold Medal: Taiji/lnternal Long Weapon, mixed male and female in 2018, 2019
• Gold Medal: Taiji/lnternal Short Weapon, mixed male and female in 2019
2017-2018 Chinese Martial Arts Tournament (CMAT)
• Gold Medal: Internal Open Chen, female in 2017, 2018
• Gold Medal: Internal Other Long Weapon (Chen Style Spear) in 2018
Professional Affiliation:
• Invited conference presenter by International Medical Tai Chi and Qigong Association (iMTQA) at San Jose University, Harvard University Medical Center, Boston General Hospital, and D’Youville University in 2018, 2019, and 2024.
• Committee Member of iMTAQ Tai Chi Masters
Training:
• 2016 – Present: Chen Style Tai Chi Training under Master Tony Wong, founder of American Chen Taiji Society (ACTS); the direct lineage of 20th generation of Chen Family Taijiquan. Has completed training in:
• Forms: Chen Family Taijiquan 1st Form, Chen Family Taijiquan 2nd Form (aka PaoChui), Xing Yi Quan, Chen Style Taijiquan Hun Yuan Xin Yi 24 Cannon, Hungyuan 48 form
• Weapons: Chen Spear, Chen Sword, Hun Yuan Taiji Sword, Chen Style Yan Yue Da Dao
• Qi Gong: Wuji Qi Gong, Chen Family Taijiquan Qi Gong, Hun Yuan Qi Gong
• July 2017: Intensive training under Master Chen YouZe, the 20th generation of Chen Family Taijiquan lineage and three time International Push Hand Champion, studied Chen Taiqiquang theory, trained in Old Frame 1st form and Chen Style Sphere (ShangHai, China)
• November-December 2023: Intensive training under Master Chen YouQin, the 20th generation of Chen Family Taijiquan lineage and recognized as one of the China’s top Taijiquan masters, trained in the competition