Sam has been practicing and teaching Tai Chi since 1987. Sam holds the 5th Duan in the Chinese Duanwei system. Sam learnt Wu(Hao) and Chen style Tai Chi from Master Peter Wu. Sam initially learnt Wu style Tai Chi from his father Mr Jason Au. He is currently a senior instructor of Hong Kong Club Tai Chi Group. Sam also teaches Tai Chi and Nordic Walking at Ashburton Community Centre. Sam is also a tutor of a Philosophy class at U3A Nunawading. Before taking on the current role, he had served in different roles in the Committee of WTQA including Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, Committee member (2006-2013, 2015, 2020 - now) and festival organiser.

sam@wtqa.org.au