Vlasta Pechova Taiji (Tai chi) style Yang

“At my first Tai Chi class, I had no idea that I was starting on a journey. I was challenging my limits not only in Tai Chi but later also as the founder of my own school. I am still evolving new skills thanks to my passion for Tai Chi. It’s a fascinating journey.”

The focus of my work is the martial art of Tai Chi (Taijiquan) Yang style.

I hold an international certificate of Martial Arts Trainer (license B) and a certificate of Health Physical Education and Sport Trainer. I teach in my Taiji pod lupou® school in Prague – Czech Repubic. I develop my school in a distinctive spirit with a family atmosphere.

Me and Tai Chi

I have been involved in martial arts since 1994. After two years of studying karate goju-ryu in Brno (CZ) I started to study Tai chi in Prague (CZ). From 2000 to 2021 I studied Yang style Tai chi under professional guidance of Robert Amacker. His teachings and approach to Tai chi resonated with me so much that I began attending his schools in Moscow and California. I appreciate the partnership of these schools.

I started teaching Tai chi in 2002 as an assistant to Robert Amacker. Since 2009 I have been forming my own school and the website of which you can read here. I teach individual and group classes in Prague 4 (Czech republic). I also teach online. Since 2010 I have been cooperating with the Prague 4 Municipality, with their support I lead free classes. I also teach abroad, for example in Florida in 2013 and in California 2023.

Study materials and videos

I create materials to facilitate the study and understanding of Tai chi. I enjoy looking for ways to introduce and motivate people to move and develop with Tai chi. I am the author of most of the texts, illustrations and videos on this website.

You can find my videos also on my YouTube channel.

I have written and illustrated a book about Tai Chi. My numerous illustrations enrich R. Amacker’s book. You can read more about these publications. During my study stays I write travel experiences.

Creative activity, education

I have been involved in art and design since my childhood. See my work at www.vlastapechova.cz. I have also devoted several years to studying and teaching dance.

Education – art, design, Czech republic: Art school in Světlá nad Sázavou (1983 – 1992), High school of applied arts in Brno (design 1992 – 1996) a University od applied arts in Prague (industrial design 1996 – 2002).

Movement, health, sport: accredited courses in health physical education (2012), sports and regenerative massage (2015) and martial arts trainer (2022).