Tai Chi workshops 2025 in Dublin
These events are organised by Ross Cousens, Lead Instructor, Master Ding Academy Dublin.
Students of Tai Chi Classes Dublin are not automatically members of the Master Ding Academy! Membership fee is €30 per annum, which will include reduction on rates of workshops, retreats and more.
For those of you new to the Master Ding Academy, Sifu Ding’s visits are an opportunity to meet and work with other students and Instructors from within the organisation. And, of course, to meet, talk with and receive instruction from Master Ding directly.
Here are some feedbacks from our students who have attended in the past.
Ross Cousens MDA Dublin Ireland
Tai Chi Student with a little help of Master Alan Ding
Open Masterclass with Master John & Alan Ding
Two day Masterclasses on September 20th and 21st 2025
Topic: Connection
Join us for a special two-day Tai Chi Masterclass exploring the theme of Connection - within ourselves, with others, and through the principles of Tai Chi. Open to both beginners and experienced students, this workshop builds on the insights from our recent Instructor Retreat and offers an accessible yet enriching experience for all levels.
We’ll spend the weekend in partner work exploring and developing this concept. All exercises will be simply and clearly explained and demonstrated by Masters Ding, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and experience direct hands on demonstrations.
Location: Irish Wheelchair Association Sports Centre in Clontarf, Blackheath Dr, Clontarf East, Dublin 3, D03AW62
Book, (payment in full), before the early bird date 16th August and get the early bird discount rate.
If you wish to avail of the members rate and don't have 2025 membership, you can wrap it into your fee to receive the MDA membership discount.
2025 MDA membership: €30
Attending one of the two days:
Early bird discount:
Members: €100
Non members: €130
Standard rate:
Members: €130
Non members: €150
Attending both days:
Early bird discount:
Members: €175
Non members: €220
Standard rate:
Members: €210
Non members: €260
Payment can be made directly to me, per Revolut, EFT or cash.
If you have any questions, let me know.
Ross Cousens
mob: 087 752 7013
www.dublin.masterdingacademy.com
Open Dublin Workshops with Ross Cousens
July 19th 2025
Topic: Connection Introduction and refinement of the concept
It’s also a great way to prepare for Master Ding’s upcoming visit to Dublin this September.
Come in, deepen your practice and reconnect.
Earlybird Rate: (payment received before July 12th)
MDA members: €90
Non members: €105
Standard rate: (payment received on or after July 12th)
Members: €105
Non members: €120
Nov 16th Momentum and Stillness: Exploring Dynamic and Meditative Aspect of Tai Chi
These workshops will be running in the Dom Marmion House in Dundrum.
If you're interested or have any questions, let me know.
Ross Cousens
mob: 087 752 7013
www.dublin.masterdingacademy.com
Two Year Accelerated Development Course with Ross Cousens
Tai Chi Accelerator: Fast Tracking Growth for Committed Practitioners and Future Instructors is a transformative two-year program designed to elevate your Tai Chi practice and deepen your understanding. This course emphasizes disciplined practice, internal energy cultivation, and an in-depth understanding of Tai Chi principles to elevate your skills rapidly. It's ideal for practitioners ready to take their journey to the next level.
Through progressive training, you'll refine your form, develop internal strength, and explore Tai Chi's applications in martial and meditative practices. Classes integrate traditional teachings with modern insights for accelerated growth. The program also supports aspiring instructors, equipping them to share Tai Chi authentically.
By the end of two years, you'll have achieved heightened proficiency, confidence, and an ability to help others on their Tai Chi journey. This course is your opportunity to fast-track advancement and growth while staying rooted in the art's rich tradition.
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of the full Course participants will have a good grounding in:
Taoist Core Exercises
Chi Kung 1: Eight postures
John Ding Foundation form
Traditional Yang Style 108 posture Long Form Crane aspect
Traditional Yang Style 108 posture Long Form Yin/Yang aspect
Sau Kung: Settling and Breathing exercises.
Yang Cheng Fu's 10 essential points as apply to the form.
Posture testing: static and dynamic
Single pushing hands Peng/Lui/Ji/An
Dynamic pushing: Power development
The Programme will run over two years: one two day weekend every two months, commencing June 2025.
Dates for the first six weekends are set:
June 7th and 8th 2025
August 2nd and 3rd 2025
October 4th and 5th 2025
November 29th and 30th 2025
January 17th and 18th 2026
April 18th and 19th 2026
Location:
The first year of the Course will be delivered in the Dom Marmion House in Dundrum.
Price:
Early bird rate, (booking and payment received in full by end March 7th 2025: €2,150
Standard rate, (payment received after March 7th): €2,400