Rooted in Tradition. Refined for Today
The Open Palm Taiji Lineage We carry forward the teachings of Cheng Man Ch’ing, blending classical Tai Chi with a modern approach suited to today's lifestyle to build lasting balance, strength, and calm
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Open Palm Taiji
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This section shares who we are, how we teach, and why Open Palm Taiji may be the right fit
Luke’s Tai Chi path began with Jay Jones, whose calm presence first drew him into the art.
He refined precision and mechanics under Adrian Murray, before training for 13 years with Richard Farmer, founder of Rising Dragon Tai Chi. Here he explored meditation and the application of Tai Chi principles to daily life.
Luke began teaching in New Zealand in 1991 and spent 2 years in India studying with HWL Poonja. From 1995 to 1999, he led Rising Dragon’s Cardiff branch, teaching over 150 students each week while expanding into Qigong and BuQi with Dr Shen Hong Xun.
A turning point came in 1996 when Luke met Patrick Kelly, a direct student of Master Huang Shen Shyan. Patrick’s teaching transformed Luke’s understanding of Tai Chi’s internal principles. At the same time Luke also trained with Wee Kee Jin, another close student of Master Huang, deepening his practice still further.
In 1999, Luke founded Open Palm Taiji in Devon to continue his study and share Tai Chi’s internal wisdom. He has taught at Tai Chi Caledonia, and today trains with Wee Kee Jin while offering online courses, workshops, and private tuition.
Advice from 38 Years of Training
Enjoy your practice and reconnect with the quiet inside. Taiji helps us simplify, know ourselves, and drop unnecessary struggle.
Beyond Teaching
Luke balances his practice with bronze casting and is known for his powerful portrait sculptures. His i-Chi project, a Tai Chi video course is designed to bring authentic training into the home.
Lineage
Luke studies with Wee Kee Jin, a direct student of Master Huang Xiangxian (1910–1992). Master Huang trained under Grand Master Zheng Manqing. A continuous lineage.
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- 1981- 1994
Rising Dragon Tai Chi
- 1995 - 1999
Dr Shen Hong Xun
- 1997 - 2018
Patrick Kelly
- 1997 - 2000 & 2018- Present
Wee Kee Jin