Lineage
I trained with Grandmaster Dr Lin Feng-Chao, a closed-door disciple of Cheng Man-Ching.
About James
I’m James Godwin, your Tai Chi teacher in Sedgefield
I teach with a calm, beginner-friendly approach shaped by long practice, lineage training, and Taoist study.
Background
Years of practice, and a teaching style that stays clear and down to earth
I began practising Tai Chi in my early twenties and have continued for more than thirty years. Over time I began sharing the practice, first informally with colleagues and then through local classes.
I am based in Sedgefield and teach with an emphasis on calm instruction, practical movement, and breathing that helps people feel more settled rather than more strained.
Teaching style
Beginner-friendly, slower-paced, and focused on posture, breath, balance, and repeatable practice rather than performance.
Local fit
I teach in Sedgefield and welcome people from across the Garden Route who want a calmer, more grounded way to learn.
Beyond the classes
I also bring this practice to founders and leadership teams under pressure through executive sessions, team workshops, and product work. That side of my work lives at jamesgodwin.me.
Why teach now
I want starting to feel simple
The free Friday community class is open to anyone, including complete beginners. Come for the full hour or just a few minutes. My intention is to share simple practices you can take away and return to in daily life.
You can continue learning in the free class, from breathing and Tai Chi walking into the short form. Paid private lessons offer individual attention and deeper refinement. There is no rush to collect more forms; simple movement and breathing can sustain a lifetime of practice.
Get in touch
Ask me about your practice
Ask about Friday, paid private lessons, or a possible group in your town. Tell me which option interests you, where you live and when you are available. You do not need to book to join the free Friday community class.
- Teacher: James Godwin
- Location: Sedgefield, Garden Route, Western Cape
- Free Friday community class: Fridays, 7:00am to 8:00am
- Map: Open location