WORLD TAI CHI FEDERATION (WTCF)

Constitution and Statutes

Proposed Founding Constitution · International Governing Body · 2026 Edition

Document title: Constitution, Statutes and Governance Regulations of the World Tai Chi Federation (WTCF)

Proposed official name: World Tai Chi Federation

Abbreviation: WTCF

Proposed international character: Non-profit, non-governmental, international sports and cultural federation.

Proposed headquarters: To be determined by the Founding Congress.

Official language: English, with other official translations approved by the Executive Board.

PREAMBLE

We, the founding members of the World Tai Chi Federation (WTCF), recognizing the historical, cultural, philosophical, educational, scientific and sporting importance of Tai Chi (Taijiquan), hereby establish an international federation dedicated to the global development, promotion, preservation, regulation and recognition of Tai Chi.

Recognizing Tai Chi as an important component of traditional Chinese martial arts and global physical culture, and acknowledging its contributions to health, physical education, mental well-being, personal development, cultural exchange and international sport, we seek to establish a transparent, democratic and internationally representative governing organization.

The World Tai Chi Federation shall promote Tai Chi as:

1. A traditional martial art.
2. A system of physical education.
3. A health and wellness practice.
4. A cultural and philosophical discipline.
5. A competitive martial sport.
6. An international sporting discipline.
7. A means of international cooperation, friendship and peace.

The Federation shall respect the historical origins and cultural heritage of Tai Chi while encouraging scientific research, modern educational methodologies, international sporting standards and responsible institutional development.