Reviews

I think Sifu Waller knows more about functional biomechanics than all the orthopaedic surgeons I have met put together.
(Dr David Cousins)

Most people come to our school because they are seeking to learn tai chi properly and recognise that this is by far the best tai chi in the North East.
(Patricia)

I would strongly recommend Newcastle Tai Chi to anyone who is keen on trying out, learning & further developing tai chi skills for various health benefits or martial arts purposes. I have been working in healthcare for many years and I can assure, I found these skills to be of particular benefit for relaxation, stress-relief, improved movement control, balance and direct self-defence strategies. If you wish to pursue the martial arts route, the school has got a robust training syllabus/grading system which would also interest those who seek a more challenging form of tai chi.
(Dr Laxmikant Ekade)

I have trained with many instructors including yourself where I know that I want what they have. However, you have a training method that works and have students with real abilities. This is very rare in the internal martial arts.
(Tim)

Rachel is very comprehensive and I felt welcomed. Going to this school is one of the most enriching experiences I had so far.
(Cedric)

Following some diligent research on-line and in the library I identified the handful of most highly qualified teachers in the country. Then was amazed to find one such teacher was right here in Newcastle.
(Paul)

For those of us who’ve been involved in martial arts for some time, and have some experience of Chinese arts and teachers, I feel we can be confident that with Sifu Waller we have stumbled upon a treasure trove of authentic Chinese martial arts. It’s tremendously exciting as the lineage and history is abundantly clear in his approach.
(Graham)

Before I came to Sifu Waller three years ago I had spent six years at four different classes trying to learn tai chi. None of them had a syllabus of any kind. Most were offering tuition of the simplified 24 step, with no self defence and no regard for the health of knees or back. The classes were for one hour only and cost about the same as ours.
(John Bell)

Every exercise that is taught is based on extensive experience and in contrast with other tai chi schools there is no talk of chi or other esoteric concepts, instead the instructors discuss biomechanics and mention what muscle groups work in different exercises. The quality and the effect of the exercises is incredibly beneficial to both the mental and the physical health of the students.
(Max)

When you watch somebody perform Sifu Waller's tai chi it looks like nothing special is happening, but the power being produced is incredible. Surprising and very exciting! The biomechanics are remarkable; you learn so much about how to use your body in a healthier, more dynamic way.
(Dr Adriana Chilińska)

Having attended the school for a number of months now what is happening for me is nothing short of incredible. I've increased strength and muscle tone similar to when I attended a gym for years.
(Tony)

I learned more from Sifu Waller in 6 months than I did in almost 2 years with my previous school.
(Mick)

Sifu Waller teaches a complete syllabus which develops body mechanics, martial application and mental development in a way which I would not have believed before starting! Like so many others in the class, I just wish I had found it earlier!
(Dr Ben Beattie)

Definitely worth studying and in terms of practicing the art, Sifu Waller is bewildering (in a good and incredibly impressive way).
(Dr David Cousins)

Sifu Waller is one of these men that you respect as soon as you meet him just by his behaviour.
(Karen)

I've done some martial arts before including tai chi but Sifu Waller's syllabus is so beyond anything I've seen it's ridiculous! Practically all my previous training has not helped me at all and I'm just grateful I found Sifu Waller when I did. Having trained (on and off) for over 14 years in tai chi I know that Sifu Waller is one of a kind in his commitment to his students, and really respect his approach. What I really like about the class is its friendly atmosphere with excellent teaching and a clear syllabus that means everyone makes progress. It’s challenging but accessible. Everything is explained to the level you want and obviously Sifu Waller really demonstrates what is possible in the art. As a school teacher I am continually impressed with Sifu Waller's teaching system, resources and the time he takes with classes. I often feel like emailing him to thank him for another outstanding lesson but a) this could happen most weeks and b) I do actually feel guilty for not being a good enough student. What I find most amazing about the syllabus is how everything is interlocking and interconnected.
(Tim, maths teacher)