Corinne Chaves & Wild Peace Tai Chi
The “wild peace” in my business name speaks to the dual aspects of yin and yang at the core of my nature. Adventurous pairs with serious, humorous, with knowledgeable.
A recipient of lineage transmissions in the Long Men & San Feng Sects of Daoism, and the Sivananda & Kriya Yoga Vedantic traditions, I impart authentic (non-westernized) teachings. As a teacher, I strive to be clear, concise, patient and responsive as I bring these ancient self-healing practices to life. The heart of my practice and teachings emanates from an awareness of Qi, feminine variations, practitioner individuality, and the interconnection of physical, emotional and spiritual transformation.
My study and practice of transformative and healing arts began when I was 15. Yoga gave me the foundation, not just to survive my teen years, but to open to transformation. Throughout my 20-year technology career, I continued my yoga study. When I met Master Yun Xiang Tseng (Wu Dang Chen) in 2002, the Tao called deeply to me and my studies shifted to the Taoist practices of Tai Chi, Qi Gong, energy healing, Taoist meditation and alchemy, and Chinese medical massage.
As I progress in my practice and study, the importance of Presence and cultivation of original spirit (Xing) has become more and more evident. I teach Presence practices and Xing cultivation to complement physical and meditation practices (Ming cultivation.)
PUBLICATIONS
- Xing Cultivation, Qi: The Journal of Traditional Eastern Health and Fitness, Autumn 2024
- Illustrated Introduction to Lao Zi’s Hua Hu Ching, https://wildpeacetaichi.com/hua-hu-ching-gallery/, 2021-‘2022
- The Body is the Temple for the Spirit, Qi: The Journal of Traditional Eastern Health and Fitness, Autumn 2021
- Meditation Basics, Qi: The Journal of Traditional Eastern Health and Fitness, Autumn 2019
TRAINING
Beginning in 2002, Corinne attended a multitude of short workshops with her Daoist teacher: Master Chen (Tseng, Yun Xiang, aka Wudang Chen.) In addition, she attended intensive programs to go into more depth on specific forms, alchemy and meditation training, for teaching certification, and residential programs. In addition to those programs (listed below,) she helped establish Dao USA, and the Dao House in Estes Park, Colorado in 2012 where she was in residence for 8 months.
Tai Chi
- Sanfeng Tai Chi Sword Intensive Studies (3 months residential,) Wu Dang Sanfeng Academy, Master Zhong Yun Long, China, 2011
- Sanfeng Tai Chi immersion program (8 months residential,) with Master Chen and Master Huang Chuan Bo, Wu Dang, China, 2008-2009
- Sanfeng Tai Chi 13 Forms intensive, Chi for Longevity, Inc., 2008
- Simplified Tai Chi 24 Teacher Certification, Chi for Longevity, Inc., 2005
Qi Gong
- Wu Dang Qi Gong Instructor Certification, Chi for Longevity, Inc., 2011
- Senior Tai Chi Qi Gong Instructor Certification, Chi for Longevity, Inc., 2008
- Senior Tai Chi Qi Gong Instructor Certification, Chi for Longevity, Inc., 2007
- Tai Chi Qi Gong Instructor Certification, Chi for Longevity, Inc., 2005
- Wu Dang Qi Gong, Tai Chi Qi Gong Instructor Certification, Chi for Longevity, Inc., 2004
Bodywork and Energy Healing (Licensed Massage Therapist since 2005)
- Wu Dang External Qi-Energy Healer Certification, Chi for Longevity, Inc., 2006
- Emitted Qi-Energy Healing Level 1 and Advanced Level, Chi for Longevity, Inc., 2004
- Asian Bodywork Program, Atlanta School of Massage, Atlanta, GA, Therapeutic Massage including certifications in Tui Na (Chinese Medical Massage,) Thai Massage, Shiatsu (acupressure), 2003
Daoist Theory, Philosophy and Xing Cultivation
- 2009-2016 Tao Te Ching and Hua Hu Ching lecture series and studies
- 2008-2012 Weekly series the Master Within (Transcriptionist and blog editor for the series)
- 2008-2009 Transcriptionist for the book: The Master Within by Master Chen (Yun Xiang Tseng)
- 2008 Master Yun Xiang Tseng, The Master Within Intensive, Atlanta
Internal Alchemy
- Dragon Gate Sect Internal Alchemy Intensive Studies, Master Chen, Colorado, 2006, 2007, 2011
- Dragon Gate Sect Internal Alchemy Continuing Studies, Master Chen, Colorado 2010
Community Priest Training with Master Chen in the Dragon Gate Sect (Long Men Pai)
- Long Men Pai Priest Training, resuming preparation for ordination, 2025-present
- Long Men Pai Priest retreats and lecture program, preparation for ordination, 2013-2018
- Long Men Pai Priest Intensive Retreat, Colorado, 2009
Yoga
- Yoga Siromani (Teacher) Certification, Sivananda Yoga Ashram, Nassau, Bahamas, , 2002
- Kriya Yoga Silent Retreat, Roy Eugene Davis, Center for Spiritual Awareness, GA, 2001
- Kriya Yoga Retreat with Roy Eugene Davis, Center for Spiritual Awareness, GA, 1997
- Kriya Yoga Studies with Norma Chirolla, Atlanta, GA, 1994-2002