Our Instructors
Sifu Dr. Dennis Dilday, D.C
Practical Tai Chi Chuan Instructor Level 6
Dr. Dennis Dilday is a dedicated Wudang-style Tai Chi teacher,
chiropractor, and movement specialist based in Everett, WA. His Tai
Chi journey began in the mid‑1990s under Ian Blogg and Gordy Halgren,
who introduced him to the Wudang lineage of Master Chen Tin Hung.
Driven by a desire for practical self-defense, he committed fully by
training under Dan Docherty in London beginning in 2002.
As a certified chiropractor of over 39 years, he brings exceptional
attention to biomechanical precision and therapeutic movement to his
instruction. He emphasizes exact posture, alignment, and structural
integrity—underlining Tai Chi’s transformative potential:
“Fifteen minutes a day of practice will change your life.”
Teaching Philosophy
Dennis believes teaching is about meeting students where they are—
understanding their goals and offering tailored guidance, rather than
imposing his own agenda. His clear, measured style opens pathways into
both the meditative “soft” aspects of Tai Chi and the deeper martial
components of self-defense and internal strength.
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Dennis Dilday, D.C. reflects on his Tai Chi journey
Sihing Alex Moser
Practical Tai Chi Chuan Instructor Level 4
Alex brings a spirited and immersive teaching style to Practical Tai Chi in Everett and Marysville. Inspired by martial arts since childhood he combines the rigour of Tai Chi with Taekwondo training. Having studied Practical Tai Chi Chuan since 2007, Alex is known for throwing students into the deep end, keeping classes active, repetitive, and engaging. His teaching emphasizes practical technique, clarity, and the traditional principles of Wudang Tai Chi as passed down through the Practical Tai Chi Chuan lineage.
Sidai Derek Mair
Practical Tai Chi Chuan Instructor Level 3
Derek fell in love with Tai Chi in 2023 and has been studying and practicing regularly under both Dennis and Alex. Originally looking for basic health improvement for arthritic knees and multiple spinal fusions, Derek has noted that the daily practice of Tai Chi has improved just about everything he does and has helped with strength, balance and coordination. In 2026, after learning Spear Form, Derek was granted Instructor Level 3 and looks forward to sharing what he feels is an immensely beneficial practice.
Sigung Paul Silfverstråle - Principal Instructor Level 9
Paul Silfverstråle is an internationally recognized instructor with
over 25 years of experience in martial arts. A senior disciple of the
late Sifu Dan Docherty, Paul holds the highest instructor rank in
Wudang Practical Tai Chi Chuan and teaches across Europe and the U.S.
His background includes full-contact competition, classical training
in Asia, and a deep understanding of Tai Chi’s martial, health, and
philosophical dimensions.
Known for his clear, practical teaching style, Paul integrates form,
application, internal principles, and movement efficiency. In
addition to his Tai Chi expertise, he is also a trained acupuncturist
and movement coach, offering a well-rounded approach to internal
martial arts.
After the passing of Dan Docherty, we have been honored to have Paul as our Principal Instructor and host him for yearly workshops here in the US.
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