About Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi - Pacific RegionAims & ObjectivesOur Founder  Taoist Tai Chi™ internal arts are specifically aimed at cultivating health and vitality and were developed by Master Moy Lin-shin, a Taoist monk. Master Moy synthesized the wisdom he learned during more than 50 years of training in meditation, qigong, Tai Chi and other arts into the practices taught by the Society and its sister organizations. Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi was founded in Toronto in 1970, with the first classes in British Columbia taking place in 1976. In the Pacific Region, we have now grown to include communities across the province, including the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island and many parts of the interior. To find more details of the locations of classes for all ages offered in B.C., visit our Classes or our Contact Us pages. More background about Master Moy, Taoist Tai Chi™ internal arts, their the health benefits, and our worldwide activities can be found at the international web site of Fung Loy Kok. Aims and Objectives 1. To make Taoist Tai Chiâ„¢ internal arts available to all We are dedicated to bringing these arts and methods to every community, so that their many benefits are available to all who wish to experience them. 2. To promote the health-improving qualities of Taoist Tai Chiâ„¢ internal arts Practiced diligently, these arts and methods cultivate both body and mind to restore and maintain good health. Our efforts are directed at making these benefits better known and understood, in order to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being in the community. 3. To promote cultural exchange Through Taoist Tai Chiâ„¢ internal arts, and through other activities, we endeavour to make the richness of Chinese culture more accessible, and thereby promote greater understanding and respect among people. 4. To help others The foundation of Taoist Tai Chi Societyâ„¢ internal arts of health is compassion. Our underlying charitable orientation is in keeping with the Taoist values of selflessness and service to others. Our inspiration is the example set by our founder, Master Moy Lin-shin, who dedicated his life to helping others without seeking personal gain. For this reason, all our instructors are volunteers, and all our branches operate on a non-profit basis. We also perform other services within the community, and assist other charities whenever possible. |