About Train In Person Learn Online Books Blog

THE TAI CHI SPACE 

Grow ENERGY levels,
build STRENGTH & POWER
through  L e t t i n g  G o

Passed down for millennia by Taoists from a rare lineage, the Water Method health system targets the energy or "qi" of the body and mind. Together with meditation, the internal arts of Qigong, Tai Chi, Circle Walking and Bagua offer tried and true practices for dealing with stress, injury and trauma — the causes of disease, illness and human suffering.

Paul Cavel Bagua Zhang Double Palm Change

Paul Cavel, Founder & Principal
The Tai Chi Space School (Est. 1995)

QIGONG

Powered by Neigong


Cultivate Qi-power, Relaxation & Softness Through Letting Go


Recommended for beginners, and those who want to tune into and feel their qi:
 

Learn More

Having been Paul Cavel’s student for two decades, I appreciate his clear and precise style of teaching combined with a playfulness which makes learning a pleasurable experience. Paul uses metaphors out of our everyday experience to shorten the process of transmitting information, enhance our learning and awaken our bodily intelligence. This way of teaching requires a very deep level of understanding of the material and, indeed, of human nature itself. Paul obviously has both.”

— Dr. Michael Mettner

See 300+ Testimonials

 

TAI CHI

Go Beyond Form


Study Wu or Yang Style Tai Chi Mini, Short, Medium and Long Forms engineered from the 16 neigong — internal power-development techniques that generate health, healing and high-performance outcomes.

See our lineage tree, and find in-person and online courses:

 

Learn More

“The things I liked were: the clear and tangible way in which things were explained; the progressive and interlinking way components were added; the spirit, kindness and humility with which the teaching was done”.

— Jane N, Graphic Designer

See 300+ Testimonials

 

CIRCLE WALKING
& BAGUA


The only constant in life is change. Bagua is the original, internal art practised for millennia to become healthy and strong, and Realise the ancient teachings of the I Ching, aka "Book of Changes".

See our bagua zhang lineage, and find online and in-person courses:

 

Learn More

Choose YOUR Path:

1. In-person Courses

Since 1995, Paul Cavel has taught thousands of students the Water Method, including medical qigong, Five Element neigong, tai chi, bagua and Taoist meditation. Receive hands-on feedback and experience feeling your qi by attending a course in the USA, UK or France.

2026-2027 Schedule

 

2. Online Courses

Systematically build and grow your foundation in qigong, tai chi and bagua with 24/7 library access to stream/download lessons. Modulate your training pace and receive free access to 23 guided practices on Taoist Breathing & Dissolving Meditation — core, non-religious Water Method training.

Learn Online

 

3. Teacher Mentorship

As the principal of The Tai Chi Space School and an Instructor Certifier with multiple empowerments by Taoist Master Bruce Frantzis, Paul has mentored tai chi, qigong and bagua teachers since 2004, certifying 100+ tai chi and qigong instructors. All course hours (in person and online) count towards certification requirements, and he offers exclusive teacher trainings in the UK and France.

Teacher Training

 

4. Private Tuition

For two decades, Paul has designed personalised training protocols in alignment with Water Method principles to help motivated individuals heal, become healthier and achieve an array of high-performance results. He works closely with a limited number of clients each year. Start with a consultation.

Email My Team

Choose YOUR Path:

In-person Courses

Since 1995, Paul Cavel has taught thousands of students the Water Method, including medical qigong, Five Element neigong, tai chi, bagua and Taoist meditation. Receive hands-on feedback and experience feeling your qi by attending a course in the USA, UK or France.

2026-2027 Schedule

Online Courses

Systematically build and grow your foundation in qigong, tai chi and bagua with 24/7 library access to stream/download lessons. Modulate your training pace and receive free access to 23 guided practices on Taoist Breathing & Dissolving Meditation — core, non-religious Water Method training.

Learn Online

Teacher Mentorship

As the principal of The Tai Chi Space School and an Instructor Certifier with multiple empowerments by Taoist Master Bruce Frantzis, Paul has mentored tai chi, qigong and bagua teachers since 2004, certifying 100+ tai chi and qigong instructors. All course hours (in person and online) count towards certification requirements, and he offers exclusive teacher trainings in the UK and France.

Teacher Training

Private Tuition

For two decades, Paul has designed personalised training protocols in alignment with Water Method principles to help motivated individuals heal, become healthier and achieve an array of high-performance results. He works closely with a limited number of clients each year. Start with a consultation.

Email Paul's Team

Paperbacks & eBooks

Watch This Space

for the latest courses and posts on qigong, tai chi, bagua and Taoist meditation

We respect your privacy

Follow The Tai Chi Space

... and join our growing community!