The RMTC Team
Next year, 2026, RMTC students will have the opportunity to learn from several different Session Leaders on Friday mornings.
Classes led by Session Leaders offer a wonderful opportunity for students to expand their Tai Chi experience. These experienced practitioners are generously volunteering their time and expertise to guide small groups, allowing students to learn from different perspectives, deepen their understanding, and explore new approaches to technique and form. Working with a variety of leaders is a chance to challenge yourself, refine your skills, and discover aspects of Tai Chi you may not have encountered before. For the Session Leaders, it’s an opportunity to share their passion, develop their leadership skills, and engage more deeply with the art they love—all under the guidance of Sifu Jenny.
The Timetable is yet to be finalised, but Friday mornings will offer classes in Chen 56 with Tony, 32 Sword with Nigel, Martial Applications of Yang style with Valdi and Kung Fu Fan with Sifu Jenny.
The Friday sessions promise to be an exciting and rewarding experience for everyone involved. With a variety of leaders, each bringing their own skills, insights, and enthusiasm, students can look forward to dynamic, interesting, and inspiring sessions. It’s a chance to see Tai Chi from new perspectives, challenge yourself in fresh ways, and enjoy the energy and creativity that each Session Leader brings to the class.
Tony Weston: Session Leader Chen 56
Tony brings creativity and discipline to both his art and his Tai Chi. A highly respected watercolour artist, he has facilitated numerous workshops and courses, inspiring others through his artistry and teaching. Since retiring, Tony has immersed himself in the practice of Tai Chi, earning a gold medal in the 2023 WTQA competition for the 42 Form. Skilled in Chen style, he performed the Chen 24 Fan at the recent WTQA Festival. As a Session Leader for Chen 56, Tony shares his calm focus and enthusiasm for refining skill and form.
Chen 56 Competition Form is based on the Chen Style New Frame routines 1 and 2. It contains all the essential elements of Chen Style including soft, elegant postures as well as the explosive power release for which Chen Style is renowned.
Valdi Kapelis: session leader, martial applications
Valdi, a lifelong educator and former music teacher, has a natural ability to share knowledge with patience and clarity. A keen martial artist, Valdi is drawn to Tai Chi for its internal energy flow and the martial intent within each movement. With his background in Goju Ryu Karate, he brings insight, focus, and discipline—qualities that will be well utilised in his role as a Session Leader.
Nigel Graham: session leader, 32 Sword
Nigel is a former engineer with extensive training experience who brings precision and discipline to his practice. A dedicated Tai Chi student for many years, Nigel has a particular passion for the Sword, combining technical skill with graceful expression. His depth of knowledge and commitment will make him a valued guide for others in their Tai Chi journey.
Youngsaye Tsin Ming, Culinarian
Gay has hosted many corporate dinners and banquets over the past 20 years and she is now offering her culinary expertise through specialised catering of private dinner parties. Gay hosts Rising Moon Tai Chi School banquets which include a range of vegetarian, gluten free and seafood, chicken and beef dishes. Banquets include Chinese New Year, Dragon Boat Festival, Lantern Festival and Peking Duck, as a special Christmas treat. For more information on banquets, click here to go to the Events Page.