Tai Ji Men Qigong Academy

Where Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science

As an aerospace engineer, Nate Basta’s world is built on the principles of physics, precision, and empirical evidence. His journey with Tai Ji Men began not with a leap of faith, but with a scientist's curiosity. After encountering the group at a community event and recognizing familiar faces, he applied his scientific approach: he visited the academy, participated in events, and conducted his own research.

What he discovered was that the ancient practices of qigong and self-cultivation are now being validated by modern science for their benefits to the nervous system, stress reduction, and mental clarity. For Nate, it's a practical system for optimizing human potential.
Under the guidance of Shifu, Dr. Hong, Tao-Tze, Nate is learning to apply these timeless principles like balance, energy flow, and heart-centered awareness to his demanding career and daily life. The warm, welcoming community of Tai Ji Men brothers and sisters provides a supportive environment for this exploration. Nate's dedication to understanding how things work has found its ultimate subject in Tai Ji Men: the science of the self.