Susan studied with Master William Ting. Master Ting emphasizes the internal qualities and deep foundations of Tai Chi.  His teachings brought a rare depth to Susan's teaching and Tai Chi practice which she passes on to all of her students, regardless of level.   

About Master Ting's Lineage: 

Ting Kuo-Piao (William Ting) was the director of the Wu Ji Jing Gong Research Association of Shanghai, China and taught in the Mount Laurel, NJ area. Master Ting began studying martial arts when he was 14 years old. He had more than 40 years experience in T'ai Chi, and was a closed door student of the renowned grandmaster Lu Ji-Tang until grandmaster Lu passed away. Master Ting taught the Wu Ji Jing Gong form which is also known as Wu Ji T'ai Chi. The form is derived from the Chen style and incorporates elements of qigong, Bagua, Xingyi, as well as Wu and Yang style T'ai Chi. Wu Ji T'ai Chi emphasizes calmness and awareness. The form is performed throughout China, however, it is particularly characteristic of the Shanghai region. Wu Ji T'ai Chi remains almost unknown in the United States. 
 

The form was developed by Chen Ji-Shen, professor of martial arts at Nanjing University who was famous throughout China for his skills. During the 1940's, he modified the Chen style to incorporate elements from other martial arts in order to improve both the health and defensive aspects of T'ai Chi. The form is unique because, following mastery of the stationary aspects of the style, it can be combined with Bagua walking technique to create walking T'ai Chi. Lu Ji-Tang was an outstanding closed door student of Chen Ji-Shen. Grandmaster Lu Ji-Tang was one of the most recognized T'ai Chi masters in China. The foundation is dedicated to teaching the philosophy of Wu Ji Jing Gong. In addition, the association works with hospitals to research the effects of Wu Ji Jing Gong for enhancing health.​

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On December 18, 2023, Master William Ting passed away. Although Master Ting was small in physical stature,  he was huge in all ways....in his masterful teaching, his unlimited insight, his booming deep laugh; rich with sincerity, and his desire to see all achieve a greater meaning to the art of Tai Chi and ...and to life.

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He was incredibly intelligent and was dedicated to the difficult task of conveying the subtlety and depth that the true art of Tai Chi brings to one's life.

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He taught about the importance of "Wuji"....a place of emptiness where we find fullness.​ Master Ting....although we feel emptiness with your absence, I know your essence will continue to fill us forever.

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Master William Ting

 RIP December 18, 2023