Jenny Harrison
Business Principal
Jenny is a nationally recognised Tai Chi instructor, program developer, and mentor, known for her advocacy in integrating Tai Chi and Qigong into the mainstream fitness industry. Over the past two years, she has played a key role in the development and launch of AUSactive’s Tai Chi Professional program, officially introduced during the 2025 Lunar New Year celebrations.
As founder of Rising Moon Tai Chi, the largest school of its kind on the Mornington Peninsula, Jenny leads a vibrant community with over 20 weekly classes catering to students from Beginners to Advanced. Since its establishment in 2015, the school has grown into a respected hub for learning Tai Chi, Qigong, as well as instructor training, offering accredited online courses for instructors of all levels. Jenny is also a sought-after mentor, supporting the professional development of Tai Chi instructors, both in Australia and internationally.
Jenny's Tai Chi journey began nearly 30 years ago through her studies in Goju Ryu Karate at the Tino Ceberano Martial Arts Academy. A demonstration of Tai Chi sparked a deep interest in the philosophy of ‘strength through softness’, leading to a lifelong path to understand its profound impact on the body, mind, and spirit.
She has earned accreditation in numerous Tai Chi forms—both barehand and weapon-based—including Qigong and Shibashi sets, under the guidance of esteemed masters such as Ming Shao, Jesse Tsao, Deming Liu, Su Legato, and Wing Cheung. She is also an approved sword instructor with Wushu, Tai Chi, Qigong Australia (WTQA) and the first accredited instructor of the Wudang Bamboo Form, developed by Master Su Legato in 2011. Jenny has completed specialized training in Tai Chi for Mental Health and Cognitive Improvement, and Tai Chi for Health and Falls Prevention, through Exercise Medicine Australia.
In 2016, she hosted Master Jesse Tsao for his first visit to Australia, during which she received accreditation as an Advanced Tai Chi Bang Instructor and in 2021, she was awarded the title of Standard Instructor (Grade A) by Master Tsao.
In 2019, Jenny deepened her studies at Beijing Sports University under Professor Yang Yu Bing, further enhancing her knowledge of traditional Chinese martial arts.
In 2022, Jenny was honoured with both the National Accredited Exercise Professional Award and the Victorian Group Exercise Professional Award for her outstanding work in planning and delivering Tai Chi programs across diverse communities.
In 2023 and 2024, she served as the Master of Ceremonies for the WTQA Competition and Festival, further cementing her leadership role in the Tai Chi community. She also co-authored a Melbourne University PhD study titled "Effects of a Self-Directed Online Tai Chi Program for People with Knee Osteoarthritis," where she designed and delivered the 10-session online Tai Chi program used in the research.
In recognition of her dedication and expertise, Master Jesse Tsao awarded Jenny the prestigious 3rd Belt/DUAN in the Art of Tai Chi in 2024.
As an active member of WTQA, Jenny has competed in national competitions, earning gold medals in the Beijing 24 and 32 Sword Forms, and a bronze medal in the Eight Immortal Flute (Tai Chi Bang).
Motivated by a desire to make Tai Chi accessible to all, Jenny has embraced online learning as a powerful way to reach wider audiences. Her on-demand program has been welcomed by students locally, nationally, and internationally, many of whom would not otherwise have the opportunity to learn this beautiful art form.
Jenny is widely respected in the Tai Chi community for her depth of knowledge, commitment to excellence, and tireless work in promoting the healing and empowering aspects of this ancient art.
Her qualifications include
Bachelor of Education
Diploma of Teaching (Primary)
Certificate IV in Fitness
Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
3rd Duan Belt in art of Tai Chi
Eight Immortal Flute Instructor (Advanced Level) Tai Chi Healthways
Standard Accredited Instructor (Grade A) Tai Chi Healthways
Tai Chi Instructor – Ziranmen Kung Fu Academy
Tai Chi for Mental Health and Cognitive Function - Exercise Medicine Australia
Tai Chi for Health and Falls Prevention - Exercise Medicine Australia
Level 2 Tai Chi and Qigong Instructor (Shibashi Set 1 and Shibashi Set 2) - Tai Chi, Qigong and Feng Shui Institute
Accredited Wudang Bamboo Form Instructor - Master Su Legato, Legato Tai Chi
Group Exercise Instructor
THUMP Boxing Instructor
Punchfit Punch Pad Instructor
MTT Bootcamp and Outdoor Group Fitness Trainer
Advanced First Aid
