What the online course covers
The course begins with Foundation training and develops progressively. Early lessons focus on posture, breathing, relaxation, balance, weight transfer, stepping, coordination and foundational movement before increasingly connecting those principles into Tai Chi.
The same foundations connect to Capability for Life™, Shang's framework for understanding progress beyond simply remembering the next movement.
Clear instruction
Plain-English teaching first, with traditional terminology introduced when it helps deepen understanding.
Principles, not just choreography
Learn what makes the movement Tai Chi rather than simply copying the outward shape.
Practice that fits real life
Use Micro Tai Chi and guided practice to reinforce principles between longer sessions.
What are you investing in when you practise Tai Chi?
You are not learning to keep up with somebody else or chase a grade. The aim is to understand what you are practising, notice what changes for you and connect that progress to everyday movement and confidence.
Sun and Yang style pathways
The course begins with common Tai Chi foundations before introducing style-specific material. Sun style supports Shang Tai Chi’s specialist focus on adaptable practice, balance, arthritis and falls prevention. Yang style provides another traditional pathway and includes widely practised material such as the Simplified 24 Form where appropriate.
Learning a widely practised Yang-style form can also make Tai Chi more social, helping students recognise familiar movements when they encounter community groups, park practice or other classes.
Who it is for
The online course is designed for adult beginners and developing students. Practice can be adapted through smaller movements, supported standing or seated options where appropriate.
Try Shang Tai Chi free for 7 days.
Begin with seven days of guided beginner practice—no payment card required. The free introduction samples the Shang teaching approach and leads into paid membership if you choose to continue.
If you continue as a paid member, the separate 30-Day Beginner Path provides a structured next step. The 30-Day Beginner Path is not part of the free introduction.
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Existing students can go directly to the secure learning site and sign in with the one-time code sent to their approved email address.
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