Who we are, and why we are here…
Shoulders Down, Inc. and Rising Phoenix T'ai Chi exist for the sharing of traditional T’ai Chi and Qi Gong, as well as our own registered program of Movement Improvement T'ai Chi® and other programs to encourage individuals in the ways of health and energy. We teach under certifications from Master Yun Xiang Tseng, who trained from a very young age at Wu Dang Mountain in China, the birthplace of T'ai Chi, and Master Wei Lun Wang, who has departed the earth, but not before imparting much wisdom and skill for many people over many years of teachings and guidance.
We provide traditional classes as well as a wide range of specially designed classes for those who wish to build strength, or relax, increase energy, boost immune systems, lighten loads, create balance, and those who wish for all these things!
Our classes can help ~~~~~ “Enhance Your Everyday Life, Every Day™."
Our Director is Cate Morrill, Certified in many sets of Qi Gong, and in several sets of WuDang and Traditional T'ai Chi. Her bio and experience can be found on her page. She teaches in our studio and around Atlanta, and across the country.
Our Assistant Director is Harvey Meisner, Certified in several sets of Qi Gong, our own “Movment Improvement T'ai Chi” program, and in T'ai Chi 24. His experience is extensive, and he shares his knowledge in our studio and around Atlanta. He teaches seniors as well as fit adults of all ages.
Donna Church trained with us and with Master Chen after 30+ years as a public school teacher, and she is certified in sets of Qi Gong, TC 24 through the Rising Phoenix, and in our own “Movement Improvement T'ai Chi”. She teaches around Atlanta, and has a great deal of experience with seniors and gentle T'ai Chi practices.
Cis Hinkle trained with us and with Master Chen while still ejoying her work as an internationally known Contra Dance Caller and Instructor. She is certified in sets of Qi Gong, in our “Movement Improvement T'ai Chi” program, and in TC 24 through the Rising Phoenix. She teaches around Atlanta and substitutes in our studio.
We are also pleased to have other teachers and associates with diverse backgrounds and talents to assist and teach classes with us. ALL of our TC and QG teachers have undergone years of intensive T'ai Chi and Qi Gong training and are also CPR Certified! All teachers who hold classes in our studio are experts, or certified, or have extensive, reputable experience teaching in their field.
Cate Morrill, Director Photo credit, Kelly Jordan