YNDM offers classes in noncompetitive styles of Tai Chi (Taiji), Meditation, BaGua & other Healing Arts at 2929 Atwood Ave, Madison WI.

What is a Daoguan?

A place of study or school

YMT: Yangjia Michuan Taijiquan tradition
Taiji,  Taijichuan: Another way to write t’ai chi

Upcoming Events

Mark your calendar and save the dates:

• World Taiji Day
  Saturday April 28. Practice in the park 8 to 10 a.m.
  A fun event! Practice the form with lots of people and try weapons in a casual setting.

  This year we dedicate World taiji day practice to Joe Morris who was a Yangjia Michuan Taijiquan teacher in Chicago. He studied with Laoshir Wang Yen-nien in Taipei 25+ years ago and was very encouraging to Don Coleman.

  
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• Taiji at Monona Terrace with Terri Pellitteri
  Kick Off Celebration – May 15 (Rain date is May 17)
  Free lunch will be offered to the first 75 people courtesy of Group Health Cooperative – South Central Wisconsin! (Read more)
  Tuesdays & Thursdays, Noon – 12:45pm (free)
  May 15 – June 28, Monona Terrace Rooftop
• Relational Practice: Being Present with Another
  Rescheduled (TBA).
  A daylong workshop which focuses our meditation practice (being present), to being present with another. Get introduced to a series of physical exercises practiced with a partner. Studying our minds and reactions will deepen our understanding of ourselves in relationship. This is a hands on workshop, meaning there is physical contact which is guided, soft and contained.
  Facilitators: Don and Kathryn Coleman
  Fee: $75
  Register: Download form (.pdf)

Pictures from Past Events

• Push Hands Gathering 2011
  Pictures by Kerry G. Hill: Tui Shou Gathering
• Taiji on Monona Terrace with Terri Pellitteri, of Group Health Cooperative

  

  See 2010: Pictures by @Kerry G Hill

• World T’ai Chi and Qigong Day – Pictures from Madison, WI:

  This celebration is held around the world.
  See 2010: International T’ai Chi Day pictures from Madison
  See 2011: International T’ai Chi Day pictures from Madison

For more information, see ABOUT US and this link for photos…