Light of Taichi Summer Camp 2026
This will be the largest international event by Grand Master Chen Zhenglei and his family. Don’t miss it!!!
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Venue:
This year’s summer camp will be held at Pala Mesa Resort, a high‑end golf and leisure hotel in the San Diego area of California. With beautiful surroundings and excellent facilities, it is an ideal place to practice Taiji, relax, and exchange skills. It is not only the annual reunion of the Taiji family, but also a precious opportunity to meet fellow practitioners, deepen friendships, and grow together. At the same time, it offers a rare vacation experience where learning and leisure complement each other.
We sincerely invite Taiji practitioners from around the world to join us in this grand gathering that blends tradition, exchange, and a wonderful holiday experience.
Pala Mesa Resort
2001 Old Hwy 395, Fallbrook, CA 92028
Transportation from San Diego Airport to the hotel is self‑arranged; organizers will assist with carpooling when possible.
Hotel Rates
| Date | Sun 6/28 | Mon 6/29 | Tue 6/30 | Wed 7/1 | Thu 7/2 |
| Rate | $99 | $99 | $99 | $99 | $199 |
Resort Fee & Tax:
An additional $11 per room per night, plus tax, not included in the group rate.
Fees and inclusions are subject to change without notice.
To book hotel call: 760-728-5881 Promo Code to use: TCA26
PalaceMesa Resort – https://www.palamesa.com/
I. Event Dates & Location
- Dates: June 28 – July 2, 2026
- Location: Pala Mesa Resort, San Diego, California
Address: 2001 Old Hwy 395, Fallbrook, CA 92028
Pala Mesa Resort is a well‑known local golf and leisure hotel with beautiful scenery and complete facilities—an ideal venue for Taiji training and cultural exchange.
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II. Course Offerings (Five Featured Programs)
1. Health & Wellness Class: Chen‑style Taiji Health Exercises
Gentle, safe movements suitable for beginners and seniors. Helps improve mobility, balance, breathing, and circulation.
Course Content
- Joint warm‑ups
- Footwork and silk‑reeling drills
- Internal breathing and energy work
- Eighteen Essential Movements
Suitable For
- Beginners
- Seniors
- Anyone seeking improved health, balance, and relaxation
2. Authentic Traditional Class – Laojia Yilu
Authentic Lineage · Standardized Teaching · Foundational Skill
Laojia Yilu, also known as the “Kungfu Frame,” was systematized by Chen Changxing of the 14th Chen generation. With over 200 years of transmission, it is the most representative routine of Chen‑style Taijiquan.
Softness is primary, with hardness hidden within softness. Movements embody silk‑reeling energy—continuous, connected, whole‑body integrated. It is the essential foundation for all Taiji practitioners.
Course Features
- Authentic lineage, authoritative instruction
Taught personally by Grandmaster Chen Zhenglei and Master Chen Bin. - In‑depth theory
Detailed explanation of energy pathways, structure, body method, footwork, and silk‑reeling principles. - Precise corrections
Step‑by‑step adjustments to ensure traditional standards. - Strengthening fundamentals
Emphasis on relaxation, circularity, integration, and whole‑body unity.
Suitable For
- Students with basic foundation seeking standardization
- Practitioners wanting deeper understanding of traditional Chen‑style
- Those aiming to improve body method, structure, and internal power
- Learners pursuing authentic lineage and high‑level instruction
3. Practical Taijiquan: Push‑Hands (Five Methods & Applications)
Traditional Authenticity · Real Skill · Practical Use
Focused on core Chen‑style skills:
Relaxation, sinking, silk‑reeling, structure, listening energy, neutralizing, controlling, issuing power, and throwing.
Training is practical and functional—Taiji that truly works.
Course Content
- Relaxation & sinking training
- Silk‑reeling and whole‑body power
- Structural power generation
- Five push‑hands methods: fixed‑step, moving‑step, single‑hand, double‑hand, free push‑hands
- Neutralizing and controlling techniques
- Throwing methods based on structure and center control
Suitable For
- Practitioners seeking real Taiji skill
- Those wanting stability, sensitivity, control, and issuing power in push‑hands
4. Chen‑style 56‑Form Performance & Competition Course
Led by a national Taiji champion, this course trains professional‑level technique, rhythm, expression, and stage presence.
Course Highlights
- Champion‑level instruction
- Suitable for both performance and competition
- Integration of traditional power methods
- Progressive training from breakdown to full routine
Suitable For
- Students wanting to learn the 56‑form systematically
- Competitors, performers, and exam candidates
- Practitioners seeking precision, rhythm, and expressive power
5. Taiji Fan Course – Leisure & Performance
Combines Taiji’s softness with the expressive rhythm of fan techniques. Elegant, enjoyable, and visually striking.
Course Features
- Graceful, easy‑to‑learn movements
- Clear opening and closing for strong performance effect
- Traditional flavor with relaxing practice
- Fun, engaging, and suitable for all ages
Suitable For
- Students seeking an artistic Taiji course
- Those who enjoy performance or group activities
- Beginners and seniors
III. Special Events During the Camp
The following ceremonies and meetings will take place:
- Inauguration of the U.S. Chen‑style Taijiquan Promotion Association
- Establishment of the Chen Zhenglei Disciples & Next‑Generations’ Disciples Council of the Americas
- Launch of the Chen Zhenglei Taijiquan Federation – Americas Headquarter
These events will further strengthen organizational development and cultural promotion of Chen‑style Taijiquan in the Americas.
Summer Camp Schedule
| Date | 9:00–12:00 | 2:00–5:00 | 6:00–9:00 |
| June 28 (Sun) | — | Check‑in | — |
| June 29 (Mon) | Opening Ceremony, Training | Training | Meeting |
| June 30 (Tue) | Training | Training | Meeting |
| July 1 (Wed) | Training | Training | Meeting |
| July 2 (Thu) | Training | Training, Closing Ceremony | — |
| July 3 (Fri) | Departure | ||