ABOUT GRANDMASTER
FRANKLIN
I have been a practitioner and a teacher of Taoism and Tai Chi for over 50 years. Since 1977 until the present, I continue to direct the School of Tao Chi as well as teach classes in Tai Chi, Qi-Gung and Shaolin Kung Fu. I also offer mentoring sessions, Taoism philosophy classes, grief counseling and Singing Bowl Meditations.
My teaching experience includes teaching Taoism at The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute of The University of Oregon, Central Oregon Community College, Glendale Community College in Arizona, Leeward Community College in Hawaii and at the University of Alaska. I was Adjunct Faculty Lecturer on Eastern Philosophy of Taoism at the University of Alaska. I also taught at the Anchorage Senior Center for 9 years teaching Medical Tai Chi/Qi-Gung.
OFFERING TAI CHI & MEDITATION
TAI CHI CLASSES
Tai Chi /Qi Gung are art forms that started in China about 1122 B.C. Tai Chi /Qi Gung is the science of working Chi, the energy within the body. Tai Chi /Qi Gung not only helps a person’s physical health and mental balance but is also used to treat a number of illness without the use of any drugs.
SINGING BOWL MEDITATION
A Singing Bowl Meditation is an ancient form of relaxation from Tibet. The tones from the struck or touched hand-hammered brass bowls help one to relax at a deep level. Some of the bowls are 200 years old or older and have been used for centuries for relaxation and healing
I HOLD A CERTIFICATE
I am certified in Kinesiology, Exercise Analysis and Biomechanics from The University of Alaska, Anchorage. I’m certified By the Oregon Council on aging to teach tai chi for seniors.
In my philosophies I search for the root and essence of mankind. As a published author of philosophy, poetry and children’s stories I explore the yearnings that drive us to have compassion.
IN MY CLASSES
In my classes, the intimate gatherings between Master and students allow for open and full dialog and interaction as the ancient wisdom of Taoism unfolds and reveals its influence on Eastern and Western cultures.
A TAOIST PRIEST
I have studied Taoism for over 50 years. In 1978 I founded and continue to direct the School of Tao Chi as well as teaching classes in Tai Chi, Qi-Gung, Shaolin Kung Fu, Singing Bowl Meditation, Philosophy, grief counseling and life style changes. I was Adjunct Faculty Lecturer on the Eastern Philosophy of Taoism at the University of Alaska from 1984 to 1997. I have taught Medical Qi-Gung and Taoism for over 25 years. I also designed and taught Taoism philosophy to enhance the 12 Step Programs for drug and alcohol abuse in addition to Life Coaching. I am the published author of Mystical World, A Collection of Spiritual Poetry and Tai Chi Quotations as well as many children’s stories and proverbs.
