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Ben Caccavale

Ben is the founder of Strength From Within, an internal arts school that teaches Tai Chi Chuan, Qigong, and meditation. Its mission is to help people lead a healthier lifestyle using Chinese martial and healing arts.

Ben has trained in various forms of martial arts for over 30 years. He enjoys teaching and maintains a fun atmosphere in class. He guides the student in the foundations of Tai Chi Chuan, focusing on the Yang Family Style. Ben also teaches various Qigong forms, focusing on health and wellness. Though self defense is not taught, the classes do include the martial art principles of Tai Chi Chuan. In addition, he has developed specialized programs for seniors to improve balance, strength, and wellness. Ben has created stress management programs based on Qigong and Meditation for several support groups. He has taught workshops and performed demonstrations at Kutztown University, Princeton University, Grand View Hospital and St Luke’s Hospital.

Ben received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Manhattan College and is Vice President of Engineering at Spectrum Devices in Hatfield. He resides in Doylestown with his wife, Ellen.

Lisa Raezer

Lisa is the director and head instructor of Native Moon Universal Arts. She has been a student of Tai Chi Chuan since 1994. Lisa began studying the Yang Style Short Form from her husband, Robert Thompson. Since that time, Lisa has studied the Yang Style Long Form, Tai Chi Fan Form, and Tai Chi Sword Form. In addition, she has studied various Qigong forms and meditation. Lisa has been teaching Tai Chi since 2002.

Along with teaching the Yang Style Short Form, Long Form, and weapons forms, Lisa also teaches various Qigong forms, including Eight Pieces of Brocade. Each class includes stretching and joint opening exercises, as well as fundamentals of balance and motion. Lisa teaches beginners and advanced classes.

In addition to her Tai Chi and Qigong practice, Lisa also teaches Belly Dancing. She has studied both Cabaret and American Tribal Styles since 2001. Lisa teaches at various locations in Bucks and Montgomery Counties. To find out more about Lisa's Belly Dance classes, visit her website at Native Moon Belly Dance.