Hello! I'm Thomas.

Founder of Longyuan (龙元) Wellness

Longyuan Wellness is a place where I share the practices that have become an important part of my life: Taiji and Qi GongFor almost 3 years I have studied (and still study) these arts both independently and through full-time training in China under experienced teachers. What began as an interest in Daoist philosophy gradually became a practical path of training and self-cultivation.This website is not intended as a sales page. It is simply a place to introduce myself, share some of what I have learned, and connect with people who have a genuine interest in these practices.

My Journey

Before I began practicing Taiji, I spent many years reading about Daoism and Zen Buddhism.The ideas fascinated me, but eventually I felt that understanding them intellectually was not enough. I wanted to experience them directly through practice.This search led me to China, where I dedicated myself to studying Taiji, Qi Gong, meditation, and traditional methods of cultivation. Through daily practice and guidance from my teachers, these arts gradually became part of my everyday life.I continue to study and train while sharing what I have learned with others.

Practice

My practice is centred around Wudang Taiji within the Sanfeng Pai lineage.While the Wudang tradition includes both internal and external arts (Wushu), my primary interest lies in the internal side of the system: Taiji, Qi Gong, meditation, and the process of self-cultivation that accompanies them.What continues to inspire me about these practices is their emphasis on relaxation, awareness, and working with the body rather than against it. Through consistent practice, they offer a way to cultivate balance not only in movement, but also in daily life.Many of the traditional teachings speak of refining and harmonising the Three Treasures — Jing, Qi, and Shen — concepts that point toward the relationship between vitality, energy, and spirit. While these ideas can be explored in many ways, I see them primarily as a guide for practice rather than something to be understood only through theory.As a student, I continue to learn from my teachers and deepen my understanding of these arts through ongoing training and study.

Contact

If you would like to know more, ask a question, or simply get in touch, feel free to send me a message.