Ming Tao T'ai Chi Ch'uan
About
Ming Tao T'ai Chi Ch'uan offers traditional martial arts training with a focus on the principles of the art and practices of the Tao. The gym provides instruction in disciplines such as Tai Chi, breath work, meditation, grounding, and mindful movement. Chief Instructor and Founder Diane Cannon, a 7th generation disciple in the Yang Family T'ai Chi Lineage and personal disciple of Master Ray Hayward, leads the instruction with deep expertise in these traditional practices.
Members experience an engaging and rewarding training environment that goes beyond physical exercise to enhance overall well being. The practice fosters personal growth through character development, humility, and self awareness. Many find it to be a lifelong journey that provides continuous value through physical health improvements and mental enrichment, positively influencing their everyday lives.
The gym creates a space where members can immerse themselves in comprehensive wellness practices. The training is designed to offer both physical and mental development through dedicated practice, with many members reporting deep fulfillment from their ongoing engagement with the art.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members describe Ming Tao T'ai Chi Ch'uan as a special place for personal growth and wellness that offers more than just martial arts training. They praise the comprehensive approach that includes breath work, meditation, grounding, and mindful movement alongside traditional Tai Chi. Reviewers specifically mention the deep sense of fulfillment, character development, and positive influence on everyday life that comes from dedicated practice. The training is characterized as a lifelong journey that provides continuous value for both physical health and mental enrichment.
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Ian Roache
a year ago
A Special Place for Personal Growth and Wellness! My name is Ian Thomas Roache, and I’ve had the pleasure of studying at Ming Tao T’ai Chi Ch’uan since 2019. This studio is truly a remarkable place, offering not only traditional martial arts training but also the principles of the art and the practices of the Tao. At Ming Tao T’ai Chi Ch’uan, you can immerse yourself in the study of breath-work, meditation, grounding, mindful movement, and many other practices designed to enhance both your physical health and overall well-being. T’ai Chi here is an engaging and rewarding experience, and with dedication, it can offer you a deep sense of fulfillment and personal development that positively influences your everyday life. Once you embark on this journey, it will foster a strong sense of character, humility, and self-awareness. It’s more than just an activity – it's a lifelong practice that continues to provide value as long as you remain engaged with it. If you’re seeking both physical and mental enrichment, Ming Tao T’ai Chi Ch’uan is the place to be!
Contact
Gym Room, 2400 W 17th St, Wilmington, DE 19806, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Diane Cannon
Chief Instructor / Founder
7th generation in the Yang Family T'ai Chi Lineage, personal disciple of Master Ray Hayward
Began training in 1986. Accepted as student of Sifu Ray Hayward in 1989. Founder and chief instructor of Ming Tao.