Embrace wellness with The South Australian
Welcome to The South Australian Health Qigong and Taichi Association (南澳健身气功太极协会), your premier destination in Adelaide for mastering Qigong and Tai Chi. Established in 2018, we are a non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting traditional Chinese culture through the practice of Qigong and Tai Chi. Join our community and experience the joy of fitness, wellness, and cultural enrichment.
Announcement
2026年9月12日世界健身气功日！
World Health Qigong Day 2026 (Sept. 12)!
今年活动的主题口号是：
气韵流转，生命绽放
The slogan of this year's event is: Flowing Qi, Flourishing Life
News | Celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the 24-Form Tai Chi – Association Participates in National Online Showcase
Created in 1956, the 24-Form Simplified Tai Chi has become a milestone in the development of public fitness in China. Over the past 70 years, it has benefited millions of people, spread around the world, and become a treasured element of Chinese intangible cultural heritage.
In support of the National Fitness Plan (2026–2030), the Organising Committee of the National Fitness Congress launched this nationwide online showcase under the theme "Tai Chi for Health – Passing the Legacy Forward." Combining online submissions with offline performances, the event aims to promote traditional Chinese martial arts, encourage healthy lifestyles, and celebrate the enduring cultural heritage of Tai Chi.
The South Australian Health Qigong & Tai Chi Association proudly joined the event as a medium-sized performance team of more than ten members. After dedicated preparation, the Association submitted two demonstration programs: the 24-Form Simplified Tai Chi and the 32-Form Tai Chi Sword. Through focused practice and refined performance, participants demonstrated the elegance, harmony, and spirit of Tai Chi while putting the principles of lifelong fitness into action and helping preserve this treasured cultural tradition.
The Association will continue to promote Tai Chi throughout South Australia, encouraging more people to embrace healthy living through regular practice.
South Australian Health Qigong & Tai Chi Association
7 August 2026
On March 21, 2026, the first International Tai Chi Day
President of the Fitness Qigong Tai Chi Association of South Australia：Dan Zhao
On March 21, 2026, the first International Tai Chi Day was celebrated. The South Australian Qigong and Tai Chi Association held a celebration event by the beautiful Torrens River. Vice Consul General Wang Hongsun and Consul Wu Yue from the Consulate General of China in Adelaide, Commissioner Natalie from the Adelaide City Council, and Chairman Li Chengjin of the McDirector Company attended the event and delivered speeches. We celebrated the day together with hundreds of millions of Tai Chi practitioners around the world! Live a healthy life, and let Tai Chi be your companion. In the beautiful melody of Tai Chi, we performed Tai Chi Fan, Tai Chi Eight Methods and Five Steps, and Chen-style Xin Yi Hun Yuan Tai Chi. The celebration concluded in a warm and harmonious atmosphere!
The Adelaide City Commissioner visited the event site to record the charm of Tai Chi
On June 9, 2026, in the early winter of Adelaide, the sky was blue and the sun was shining brightly. At the training ground of the South Australia Fitness Qigong Tai Chi Association in Veale Gardens (Rose Garden), the Adelaide City Commissioner and a team of professional photographers arrived to inspect and provide guidance.
At 10 a.m., under the leadership of Zhao Dan, the president of the association, the members, all dressed in uniform, were full of energy. With the beautiful melody as the background, they successively performed classic items such as the Eight Methods and Five Steps of Tai Chi, 24 Forms of Tai Chi, Chen-style Mindful Mixed Tai Chi, Tai Chi Kung Fu Fan, and Health-Qing Gong Yi Jin Jing. The movements were smooth and flowing, with both strength and flexibility, fully demonstrating the unique charm of traditional Chinese health preservation exercises. The municipal accompanying photographers took photos throughout the event, capturing the vigorous postures and wonderful moments of the team members with their cameras.
The municipal commissioner watched the entire performance on site and highly praised the association's efforts in promoting traditional fitness culture and enriching the community's cultural and sports life. This event not only fully demonstrated the cultural charm of Tai Chi Qigong, but also contributed to the dissemination and integration of Chinese traditional culture in the local area.
Presidebt's Message：
Promoting Health Qigong and Taiji through structured teaching,
we support physical well-being, balance, and cultural harmony.
——President & Chief Instructor:
Dan Zhao
Members of the Association Management Committee：
President: Dan Zhao
Vice President: Xiaoqi Wang
Secretary & Public Officer: Xiuhua Qiu
Organising & Publicity Committee Member: Yanping Jiang
Administrative & Finance Committee Member:Huidi Yao
Qigong classes
Explore the ancient art of Qigong to improve your health, reduce stress, and enhance your overall well-being. Our classes focus on gentle movements, breathing techniques, and mindfulness.
Tai chi classes
Discover the graceful movements and meditative benefits of Tai Chi. Our classes are suitable for all ages and fitness levels, promoting balance, coordination, and inner peace.
Visit exchange activity
By organizing exchange activities between Qigong practitioners and Tai Chi practitioners, we enable them to share and learn from each other. Our goal is to promote the dissemination and further development of the ancient Chinese Qigong and Tai Chi civilizations.
Community events
Participate in our community events, where we showcase the beauty and benefits of Qigong and Tai Chi. These events provide opportunities to connect with fellow enthusiasts and promote cultural exchange.
About Us
South Australia Health Qigong & Tai Chi Association Incorporated is a non-profit community organisation dedicated to promoting the health, wellbeing, and cultural benefits of Tai Chi and Health Qigong throughout South Australia.
Our community activities began in 2018, bringing together people of all ages and cultural backgrounds to enjoy the physical, mental, and social benefits of traditional Chinese health exercises. In 2026, the organisation was formally incorporated to further expand its community programs and services.
We provide regular Tai Chi and Health Qigong practice sessions, community demonstrations, cultural exchange activities, and public wellbeing events. Our programs are designed to be inclusive, welcoming, and accessible to people of all experience levels.
The Association actively supports healthy ageing, social connection, and community participation. We work closely with local councils, community organisations, multicultural groups, and health promotion partners to encourage active lifestyles and improve wellbeing across the community.
Our members and volunteers are passionate about sharing the benefits of Tai Chi and Health Qigong and creating opportunities for people to learn, practise, and connect in a friendly and supportive environment.
We welcome individuals, families, community groups, and organisations to join us in promoting health, harmony, and lifelong wellbeing through Tai Chi and Health Qigong.
Training Time and One of Our Locations:
Time:
Tuesday, 10:10 am – 12:10 pm
Address:
143 South Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
(Veale Gardens)
Our Mission
To promote health, wellbeing, cultural understanding, and community connection through the practice of Tai Chi and Health Qigong.
Happy Spring Festival and Happy New Year to All!
Wishing You Health, Harmony, and Peace in 2026.
"I've been practicing Tai Chi with the association for over a year, and it's been wonderful for my overall well-being. The instructors are knowledgeable and supportive."
David Lee
"The Qigong classes are a great way to start my day. I feel relaxed and energised. I highly recommend it!"
Sarah Wong
Contact us
Location
City of Adelaide, South Australia