Tai Chi workshops 2026 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.
Dublin Tai Chi Masterclasses and Workshops 2026
2026 is going to be a great year for pushing forwards with our Tai Chi training. Alongside our regular classes, we also have a schedule of open Masterclasses and Workshops to help accelerate your progress through intensive partner work exercises.
Weekend of March 6th – 8th: Master Alan Ding Open Masterclasses
March 6th Master Alan Ding:
Senior students and instructor group.
Location: Barbara Ward Centre, 9A Richmond Industrial Estate, Distillery Road, Dublin 3
Time: 10am - 4pm
March 7th & 8th Master Alan Ding Open masterclasses
Open masterclasses are for anyone to attend. Topics and activities are carefully curated to ensure accessibility for newcomers and opportunity to develop for the more experienced student.
All welcome.
March 7th: Intention, Yi. A vital and fundamental concept that must be encompassed in all or Tai Chi practice. It gives our movements focus and direction. Watch a cat stalk a mouse or bird and you can see intention manifest.
March 8th: Spiral. Otherwise known as Silk Reeling. A second concept that must be embodied within all Tai Chi practices. Interconnecting all part of the body into one harmonious whole and maintaining that integration while moving and interacting through partner work.
Location: Marino Institute of Education Sports Hall, Griffith Ave, Grace Park, Dublin, D09 R232
Time: 10am – 4pm. (incl. lunch break)
Price:
Before early bird deadline: (Feb 20th)
Members: 1 Day €120, 2 Days €200
Non-Members: 1 Day €150, 2 Days €230
After early bird deadline (February 21st onwards)
Members:1 Day €150, 2 Days €230
Non-Members: 1 Day €180, 2 Days €260
Instructor and Senior Student day: €150
Weekend of November 13th – 15th: Masters John and Alan Ding Open Masterclasses
November 13th: Masters John and Alan Ding Senior Group
November 14th: Connection through Change
November 15th: Power through Structure
Open Workshop Dates with Ross Cousens
May 17th: The Power of Yielding
July 18th & 19th: Tai Chi Broadsword
July 26th: Connection
September 20th: Martial Applications
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
January 17th & 18th 2026
April 18th & 19th 2026
June 20th & 21st 2026
August 15th & 16th 2026
October 3rd & 4th 2026
November 28th & 29th 2026
January 16th & 17th 2027
March 20th & 21st 2027
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