Turn your passion into a recognized profession.
“Taiji Health” Teacher Training Course
With the “Taiji Health” training program, you can become a certified instructor in just 10 months, thanks to a simple and structured method that blends tradition with modern wellness. By enrolling today, you will:
- Learn a progressive program that combines mobility, breathing, meditation, and Taiji sequences.
- Obtain the official qualification of Taiji Health Instructor, with a proven and internationally recognized method.
- Study at your own pace, with on-demand video lessons and direct support from Master Pace during monthly live sessions.
- Start building your wellness career with an approach that is accessible, effective, and immediately applicable.
Why this course?
Taiji Health was born from decades of experience and research by Master Gianfranco Pace and ITKA. Its goal is to offer a practice that combines the benefits of traditional Taijiquan with a modern, accessible approach—perfect for those who want to feel well right from the start.
This training course meets two needs: that of those seeking a holistic discipline for personal growth, and that of those who wish to teach successfully through a clear and replicable method. No martial arts background is required — the program is accessible, effective, and designed to deliver tangible results from the very first lessons.
At the end of the training, you will have:
- An official Taiji Health Instructor Certificate issued by ITKA.
- The confidence to offer a method accessible to anyone seeking wellness and vitality.
- A simple, ready-to-use teaching protocol, already tested in international contexts.
- A complete and progressive sequence that integrates body, breath, and awareness.
- A community of teachers and practitioners to support you throughout your journey.
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What You Will Learn
The program is organized into three progressive modules, each dedicated to a fundamental aspect of the practice.
This progression guides the student in developing solid skills—first to experience personally, then to effectively share with future learners.
First Module
Joint mobility exercises, tendon and muscle sequences, and body games that strengthen the mind-body connection.
Second Module
Breathwork — from natural to reverse breathing — with sequences that help move the body through the breath, along with simple meditative practices to cultivate awareness.
Third Module
Study of the fundamentals of Taiji and the full sequence of Taiji Health — a synthesis that integrates and harmonises everything you’ve learned.
How It Works – Format and Duration
The program lasts about ten months and combines digital learning tools with direct guidance from the master. Each month, two or three video lessons are released — always accessible and available with no expiration date. At the end of every month, a live Zoom session with Master Pace is held to review progress and provide feedback.
In-Person Sessions
Participants who wish to do so can also attend up to four free in-person lessons with ITKA technical examiners, with no certification-related obligations.
Final Exam
The final exam takes place online in June. Upon passing, participants receive the official Taiji Health Instructor Certification.
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Who it's for?
This course has been designed for different types of practitioners.
It is ideal for those who wish to start or deepen a holistic wellness practice, for current instructors seeking new and more accessible tools, and for anyone looking for an energetic and effective discipline without delving into the complex, martial study of Taijiquan.
The inclusive approach and structured method allow each participant to find their own path and transform the practice into both a personal and professional growth opportunity.
Master Gianfranco Pace
Master Gianfranco Pace (born 1969) began practicing Chen-style Taijiquan as a teenager under the guidance of Master Shi Rong Hua. After more than ten years of dedicated training, in 2001 he traveled to Chenjiagou — the birthplace of Taijiquan — to study with Master Chen Xiao Xing and other 19th-generation masters of the Chen family.
In 2003, he founded ITKA (International Taijiquan Kung Fu Association), developing a method that blends tradition with innovation. Invited to teach across Europe, the United States, South America, and Asia, he has collaborated with internationally renowned masters, promoting dialogue between styles and spreading Taijiquan worldwide. In 2017, after teaching in China, ITKA was officially recognized as a high-level school.
Course Fee
€ 1490
The participation fee includes the final exam and can be divided into three installments using PayPal or Klarna as payment methods.
What you get with your enrollment
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10 months of comprehensive training, structured into 3 progressive modules.
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2–3 video lessons per month, always accessible with no expiration date.
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1 monthly live Zoom session with Master Gianfranco Pace for review and in-depth study.
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Access to a private online platform with a dedicated area and direct chat for questions.
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Up to 4 free in-person lessons with ITKA technical examiners (optional).
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Final online exam with the issuance of the official Taiji Health Instructor Diploma.
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Option to convert the ITKA diploma into a CONI-recognized certification.
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Access to an international community of ITKA instructors, active in multiple countries.
