Us :: Tai Chi and Qigong Teachers

At present we are a five teachers/directors:

Matthew Rochford
Matthew was born in Scotland in 1969 and has been practising Tai Chi and Qigong since 1991. Having successfully run a leading Tai Chi school for ten years he set up Tai Chi Nation in 2008 with the aim of making Tai Chi more relevant to the needs of the modern world.

Matthew teaches on our weekends, classes, courses and corporate programmes. He has also taught at The Hill That Breathes as part of their Masters Programme.  His books on Tai Chi have been published internationally in three languages.

Excerpt from a recent interview with Matthew:

"I think my early interest in Tai Chi was born out of a desire to feel more balanced in myself and with others, rather than to fight or win competitions."

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Helen Holden
Helen has been a dedicated Tai Chi and Qigong practitioner for over 5 years and teaches with enthusiasm and empathy. Her style combines a lightness of touch with accuracy and depth. Her teaching always has a highly positive effect and her knowledge of Shiatsu enhances her ability to understand Qi and wellbeing.

Joe Salmon
Joe has been practising Tai Chi and Qigong since the mid nineties and is one of our most popular teachers. With his vast experience of healing and meditation techniques Joe adds a depth of understanding to our courses, weekends, camp and corporate work.

Chris Waters
Chris first came across Tai Chi 12 years ago when living in New Zealand and is also a keen Qigong practitioner. He teaches with genuine warmth and humour, and is able to motivate and enthuse all the people he teaches.  Chris teaches on our courses and corporate programmes.

Andrew Broadhead
Having first come to Tai Chi and Qigong over 16 years ago, Andrew has a depth of understanding and great willingness to support others on their Tai Chi journey. Teaching on our corporate programme Andrew also plays a key role in course development.

Other Tai Chi Nation Teachers:

Sue Riddett
Sue completed our Instructor training in 2009 and teaches in Surrey.

Toni Pennels
Toni completed our Instructor training in 2009 and teaches in Gloucester.

Helen Haywood
Helen is currently on our Instructor training and teaches in London.