Karen McDonald - Tai Chi Instructor

English born and raised in Australia, Karen has over thirty years experience in competitive dancing. Before retiring as the undefeated U.S. “American Style” champion and the undefeated Canadian “American Ballroom” and “Showdance” champion, she garnered over 250 titles worldwide.

Karen has also embarked on a number of independent ventures including raising money for the Autistic Children’s Association in New South Wales, Australia, sponsoring twelve months of dance lessons for a nine year old from a low-income family, and volunteering with the Art of Living Foundation.  Her dedication and work earned her the unanimous vote for the 2005 Woman of the Year Award from the American Business Women’s Association.

Karen combines her ballroom expertise with a holistic movement sensibility and a playful spirit to encourage confidence and build a foundation for movement skills. Her work has expanded to “life training” which encompasses bodywork techniques and practices of yoga, breathing techniques, qi gong and chakra tai chi.